Who: Sakura and Shikamaru
Where: Near Sakura's house
When: at the afternoon?
Warnings: Not yet.
Open?: No
Shikamaru: Shikamaru flipped his cell phone shut after a discussion with Sakura via text messaging. He had returned from the trip to Nara with his family, and having left his cat in Sakura's care, he planned on getting her back.
What Sakura had said made him wonder if she was about to make a break for it and take the cat elsewhere, so he decided it was best not to wait around too long before heading to Sakura's place.
But not before making a stop at a nearby Starbucks; Sakura had demanded a cup of coffee of him. A cup of chocolate frappuccino with caramel and cream on top, to be exact. While making the order, he also got himself a cup of black coffee, tipped the waitress because she was kind enough not to spill it on his balls, and made his leave.
It wasn't before long that he arrived at Sakura's place, awkwardly freeing a hand up so he could knock on the door, and did so, heaving a sigh. She had better still be here. If getting the coffee was a distraction for her to take his cat and get out of there, she would have hell to pay. Well, not really, but he would be rather annoyed.
Sakura: Sakura on the other hand, just right after sending her last text message to Shikamaru, she rushed over to get her beloved wobbles and cradled her in her arms. Quickly she wore her jacket and put on her high heels, why? because she freakin don't have time to run all the way to downstairs to look for her other shoes. And because she watched too many movies, she wore a huge pair of sunglasses that practically cover half of her tiny face, and added a scarf around her neck, covering the other half, totally forgetting the fact she was the only girl with natural pink hair in the city " Yosh " she grinned evilly and walked down stairs, only to hear a knock on the door. Ah fuck, it was Shikamaru! "...ACK " she gasped and ran toward the kitchen, planning on making a run for it from the back door. Great, she HAD to wear the high heels, didn't she? she just hoped she won't trip and fall down on the hard ground.
Shikamaru: Shikamaru waited a good couple seconds before knocking again, this time a little harder. Maybe she didn't hear him? No, that wasn't it, and he knew it. He wasn't stupid. He knew the effect his adorable Woobles could have on people, especially if they spent more than a day alone with her. Who wouldn't want to keep a cat like that? She was so fluffy, so cute, so... Wait, he didn't have time to think about this. Sakura had fallen in love with his cat, and since she failed to respond to him knocking, she had either already left, or was still inside, hoping he would leave to look for her, so she would have time to escape. The latter of the two seemed to be it, considering this was Sakura he was dealing with; she wasn't stupid, and she knew if she left before he got there, she would run into him in town and she would be utterly fucked.
Setting the coffee aside, Shikamaru quietly made his way around the house, checking if he could see her making a run for it with his cat.
Sakura: Snickering, Sakura had totally lowered her guard, sinking in her own confident of fooling the other boy. One mistake Sakura. Shikmaru is NOT Naruto! She was caught, right handed. Her jaws dropped when she noticed the boy walking around the house, knowing darn well that he SOW HER! She stood there for a fine three seconds before shouting " SHE'S MINE! " then made a run for it, but...SADLY...she was unbelievably slow in her high heels, almost looking pathetic because she honestly tried escaping like her life was depending on it. Now that she had discovered her embarrassing slow running, its time for plan B ...she looked around for people, and she found a bunch in the right corner before she started running toward them.
Shikamaru: Rolling his eyes, Shikamaru ran back around the house to meet Sakura before she reached the crowd of people, stopping in front of her, breathing heavy and rabid, despite how little he had physically exerted himself.
"What are you planning on doing?" He finally managed, extending his arms, hoping she would hand him his cat. If Sakura was planning on somehow escaping and hiding, Shikamaru would simply call her cell phone. She wasn't stupid, but he was smarter, and hoped in knowing this that she could admit her defeat.
Sakura: " NO " she yelled and turned around giving her back to the boy, hunching her back and holding the cat closer in protection. " you can't take her away from me...YOU CAN'T! " she cried out, loud enough for the crowd to take notice, hoping they were a bunch of decent men that would see that she needs some help around here. And what the hell? why was he panting? it was like...a couple of feet’s away run! She could have won him in her high heels, she wondered.
Shikamaru: Noticing nasty looks from people standing on random sidewalks, directed at him, Shikamaru noticed what Sakura was trying to do. And it was working. He noticed this as a man came forward, stepping between him and Sakura. "What are you doing to her, man?" The guy asked, glaring down at Shikamaru, who simply shook his head, trying to explain. He was cut off before he even got a word out, though, as the man placed a hand on his chest, shoving him back slightly. With this, Shikamaru glanced around the guy to give Sakura a glare. Now people he didn't even know thought he was trying to force himself on her. What the fuck.
Sakura: Sakura smirked, sticking her tongue out to Shikmaru behind the man, and immediately turning into her innocent face when her turned back to ask her if she was alright. She nodded and wiped her fake tears, holding wobbles closer " Thank you so much~ you are my hero " she blushed and looked up to the man shyly. Sakura can seriously work as an actor, shame its all wasted for medical school. She didn't want Shikmaru to get beaten she just decided to walk away, leaving Shikmaru to be guarded by the other man as she tried to find somewhere to hide.
sososnoo: It wasn't as though Shikamaru could just follow her, because if he attempted this, there was a good chance he would either have the police called on him, or have his face pounded in.
So instead he watched her as she began to walk a few feet away, and sighed, putting both hands into his pockets. He gave the man that stood before him a nasty look before walking away, taking the back road behind Sakura's house, and started up it, headed the direction where he would meet up with Sakura. He knew he didn't need to rush, because the girl was wearing high heels, and just happened to move very slowly when she wore them, and even if she could take them off to run, he knew she wouldn't, because she didn't expect to meet up with him at the upcoming crossroad.
Sakura: He was right about that, Sakura seriously need to stay focus. She glanced back over her shoulders and noticed the boy was gone, smirking to herself, assuming her gave up and headed back home to sulk...and probably smoke or something. It's possible! because Shikmarau is THAT lazy sometimes. " You'll have more fun with me " she said to wobbles and giggled when she mewed in response, totally not paying attention to the road ahead and who might...run into her right now.
Shikamaru: Shikamaru slowed as he turned the corner. He was certain he would see Sakura, and if she noticed him, she would try to run again, and he was in no physical condition to chase her down right now.
And as he'd assumed, he saw the redhead, giving a slight smirk as he approached her, but decided not to take the cat just yet; as badly as he wanted her back, he knew Sakura also adored her a great deal, and he wasn't about to take her without letting her first say goodbye.
"Uh, Sakura?" He muttered, placing a hand on his cat's back, petting it slightly. "Don't run off, I'm not going to snatch her and run like you." He warned, sighing.
Sakura: She jumped a little and gasped sharply at the sound of his voice " whu-...?" how did he get here so fast? never mind that, he was too close for her to be able to make a run for it. With an eye rolll, Sakura stomped her foot on the ground " Shikaaaaaaa~ ' she whined and looked extremely depressed " don't take her...please!!! ...I can't leave her, if you take her...I...I'll..." she paused for a second thinking for a decent threat " I'll visit you everyday and you'll never EVER find free time for your girlfriend! " oh yeah, like every guy ...Shikmaru is probably thinking about getting a nice lay with his girlfriend and Sakura would be there, all the TIME...watching. Okay! not watching because that's fucking nasty! but...she'll bother him " pleeeeease!! don't take her " she looked up to him with watery eyes.
Shikamaru: Shikamaru was at a slight loss of words for a moment, only watching Sakura, and frowning slightly because he didn't want to do this to her. Although he'd had the cat for quite sometime, now, he was certain they cared for her about the same. Sakura was a female, and obviously had a soft spot for creatures, whereas Shikamaru by nature didn't. Well, deer, of course, and he liked cats, but seeing Sakura wanting something so badly, and knowing he was the only one who could either give it to her and make her truly happy, or take it from her and make her downright miserable was a horrible feeling.
Shikamaru: And as annoying as it was, there was also the fact he had a weakness for women, and would do anything in his power to make them happy, even though he wouldn't admit it. He hated seeing Sakura standing there, tears in her eyes, and all because of him.
Finally sighing, Shikamaru shook his head. "You want her that badly, huh?" He hated what he was about to say, but he had no other options. "Tell you what... you can... you can keep her." With this, his hands returned to his pockets and he gave a deep exhale. "Of course, I'll probably be coming over to visit everyday, now."
Sakura: That...was unexpected!! Sakura's eyes fluttered wide open, and her lips parted slightly, just staring at the boy. She didn't know how to react, she had mixed emotions...from happiness\shock to guilt. Guilt for taking away what belonged to him, Sakura never seen a boy so attached to his pet, especially it being a CAT! Sighing, she lowered her head , staring down at the ground " …..didn't expect you to agree on me keeping the cat " she admitted in a tone barely above a whisper. " tell you what..." she smiled and eyed him again " we can share wobbles-san....one week at my place and one week at yours, and your welcome to visit her when I have her...and the other way goes when its your turn to keep her, sounds good?"
Shikamaru: Shikamaru nodded, and actually liked the idea; this way they would both end up happy, as apposed to one being miserable, and one getting what they wanted.
"I think that's a good idea." He said, flashing Sakura a grin. He wasn't surprised at her maturity, and the way she handled the situation, considering she had been known for such things back when they went to the same school. "Well, according to the deal, you get her for another two days or so." He added, extending his arms. "Can I hold her?"
Sakura: She smiled at Shikmaru, actually taking a step close when he extended his arms, assuming he wanted a hug. Luckily for her she managed to stop in the last minute when she heard his request on holding wobbles and quickly pressed the cat against his chest, not too hard though, she didn't want to hurt the cat. Smiling nervously, she hoped he didn't notice the awkward situation, and to keep it safe...she changed the subject "...SO.....you had fun in your trip? "
Shikamaru: He stayed silent for a few short seconds again, having noticed what looked like Sakura coming closer for a hug, and assuming she wanted one, he shifted Woobles so he held her in one arm and leaned in, giving Sakura a tight hug with his free one. He didn't hug all that often, but didn't mind doing so if someone else wanted to. As long as he would be okay with hugging that certain person, that was.
Pulling back just slightly, but not moving his arm, Shikamaru glanced down at the cat, smiling at her slightly before responding to Sakura's question. "Uh, yeah." He muttered. "I guess it was alright. I had fun."
Sakura: Sakura raised an eyebrow when the boy wrapped his arm around her, and before she could say anything, her voice was being muffled against his shoulder. "....-!!" was it wrong for her to find it adorable and not practically have the urge to smack him on the head like she does with the other guys? but then again...wasn't Shikmaru dating Temari? was it okay for him to hug other girls? The only explanation she came up with that she and Shikmaru are probably turned to be good friends by now, and it made her smile. For a moment, ONLY a moment...she curled her arms around his waist and hugged him back, she didn't want to cross the line, after all he wasn't exactly single. " Good to know! I was hoping you get in time for the beach trip....though I never heard from Naruto about it! Maybe it got canceled or something"
Shikamaru: Hugging Sakura wasn't all that bad. Actually, it was kind of nice, seeing this hormonal girl showing somewhat of a soft side. He liked moments like that.
Shikamaru let his arm stay from around Sakura's shoulder and turned his attention on his cat, stroking her fur lightly, gently rocking her to sleep.
"Yeah, it didn't sound like a good idea to me. I have the feeling Hinata is going to keep it going anyway. She really seemed to want to go, so you shouldn't worry too much about it."
Sakura: " your so anti social, Shikamaru " she scowled playfully, of course she'll end up dragging him by FORCE if Hinata ever worked on planning the trip all over again. Seriously, a trip won't be fun without a nice juicy target to attack in every second. Smirking, she wiggled her eyebrows " aww shikamaru~...do you really like me that bad? ..... " she teased to the fact his arm was still around her shoulder, she was leaning on him a bit...but she totally pretended to be clueless about it. " my house is five minutes away..." hint~hint, wink~wink......totally teasing the boy by the way.
Shikamaru: Right when Shikamaru was about to reply to the comment about being anti-social, Sakura hit him with a new line of words, and he had only assumed she was teasing. Well, after their online conversation not too long ago, he wouldn't doubt her being serious on the matter, but he hoped she was kidding.
"Uh... What?" He couldn't help but give a slight chuckle.
Sakura (12:08:25 AM): She winked again and fluttered her eyelashes " You heard me~...it will be worth your while, I promise you~....and nobody will find out " she whispered the last part huskily. She knew Shikamaru was bright enough to clearly find her whole flirting was an obvious tease. "....did you bring my coffee?" she blinked and raised an eyebrow, she didn't know why the mention of molesting this boy had reminded her of her chocolate frappachino. wtf? that was creepy.
Shikamaru: Finding it best to ignore her flirtatious comments, Shikamaru did just that; he knew she was purely teasing him, now. He had enough personal experiance to spot this from miles away.
"Uh, yeah. I did." He finally said, motioning in the direction of Sakura's home. "It's on the porch." With this, he slid his arm from around her and cradled the now sleeping feline in both hands. "Should we head back there?"
[ OOC: SNOOK ♥ My aim is being retarded and I'm itching to finish this log xD, maybe it's best to finish it 'ere till I'm brave enough to delete Skype *A*;;; ilu ♥ ]