sunshine_messages | [Sealed to Kakashi]

[Kakashi had been home all of a few days, and had returned to find all mission reports he'd written up before his leave tucked neatly by his doorway, with a scolding note attached. Normally he'd laugh it off, but these missives being sent back to him put him incredibly behind, and though he might have been a very lazy man... being so far behind made his record look bad, and that was something he wouldn't stand for.

He paused in his begrudging recollection of accounts to raise a pale eyebrow at the turtle that just whizzed through his open window, and got to his feet to pick it up.

Gai being so secretive was practically unheard of, but Kakashi could sense the urgency in his tone, and sat down to reply immediately. ]

Gai-
I'm not in Kiri at the moment, however... Under normal circumstances you know I'd make myself available, but after helping Kushina with her move, I've got a lot of catching up to do back home.

I'm already stretching my writing hand, so replying to messages isn't too much trouble.

What do you need?

-Kakashi

Edited 2015-01-30 13:49 (UTC)

I am glad my turtle found you without trouble! And thank you for the prompt reply!

I apologize for the secrecy but you will understand its necessity in a moment.

As you are aware of, our beloved Hokage's birthday is fast approaching! This year, I have found myself at an impasse as to what to get him.

I never have had trouble like this before and I hate to admit my shortcomings, which is why I have come to you, Rival. No one knows Obito better and there is no one I would admit these faults of mine to except you.

What would be appropriate? Flowers? Poetry? Our relationship has changed so much in even the last month and I thought that your reading choices could perhaps provide some insight!

Any help is much appreciated.

Thank you, my Rival. ♥ ♥ ♥

--Youthfully and always yours!
Maito Gai.

PS. There is also the matter of a certain holiday and... If it would not displease you, may I get you flowers?

Edited 2015-01-31 01:49 (UTC)

Gai-
Ah- you're asking me for advice with gift giving? ~~You've had gifts from me before, right?~~ I might not be the best source of information, have you thought about contacting Rin about this?

.. Though, honestly, I think anything you give him will fall under the banner of 'appropriate'. You know how he feels about you as well as I do. When in doubt, you can't go wrong with and a treat. Maybe, since we all have such a habit of spending time in restaurants, you could take a treat to his place? Maybe even cook for him, that would be a nice way to shake things up - to help you both move into more romantic territory.

And... you've never asked to give me flowers before now, and as far as I know I've never refused, have I?

- Kakashi

Kakashi!

I am indeed asking you!! There is no one who I trust more with such important things, and yes I HAVE gotten gifts from you and there is not a single one I could complain about. I cherish them all. As for Rin...Given their history, I do not know if asking Rin is exactly appropriate.

Dinner at home! That is a most excellent idea! See! I KNEW coming to you was the right plan! Such a clever Rival. [Now Gai just has to keep the contents of the table on the table this time.] I will be sure to pick up some candles and other special things. You are welcome to come, too, Kakashi! I am not trying to court Obito without you and you are so extremely important to us! Come, celebrate!

And no, you have never refused, and I am very glad for that. I promise I will be no more affectionate than you allow of me! But I would like to make our first holiday of this nature a very special one, so I would like to spoil you a little, if I may. ♥

--Youthfully and always yours!
Maito Gai.

Gai-
I'm glad you think the idea is a good one, but I have to own up to the idea not being entirely my own. It's shamelessly inspired by events in the latest instalment of my favourite book series, so I guess you have the author to compliment rather than me.

You two have a good time, and tell me all about it the next time you see me.

I don't expect anything from you just because of this silly holiday - you know that, right? Even so, if you still feel like you have to 'spoil' me, I won't refuse you. Whatever you have to offer, I'll be grateful for.

Always,
- Kakashi

(P.S: Perhaps you could even try cooking with Obito, instead of for him. Usually it's more romantic to have the work done as the treat, but Obito enjoys cooking and as far as I know he doesn't get to share that love very often.)

KAKASHI!

Still! That is why you were the perfect man to come to! Your insight into the ways of the heart thanks to your very questionable reading material is just what I needed! But you may forward to him my regards if you see him!

Of course I will tell you about it! Are you sure you will not join us? ~~But how much are you talking about, exactly? ALL of it? As in EVERYTHING??~~

I know you do not expect anything. I know. I want to, though and so I will since you will not object.

--Youthfully and always yours!
Maito Gai

(P.S: I am taking note of this! Brilliant idea! Is there anything special besides food and recipes I should bring for cooking?)

Gai-
Uh, define 'everything'? Is there something you two are planning to do that you won't want to tell me about? I'm always here to listen, you know~

I'm assuming that you won't object if there happned to be a gift in reciprocation? Not that there will be, just... hypothetically.

-Kakashi.

(P.S: I'm sure the opportunity to cook with you will make Obito very happy alone, but... if you really want more help... hmm. Perhaps a nice drink? Failing that, you really can never go wrong with flowers..
Or candles. They're very romantic.

Kakashi,

My dearest Rival, at the risk of being too, uh, vulgar...it is less something I plan to do, and more something we have already done. However, if it is something you are not uncomfortable discussing, I would not mind your well-informed suggestions, but if it is something in the territory of things you do not want to discuss, I shall not mention it again!

Hypnotically speaking, if there were a gift, I would not object. However, if there is not one, I will not be hurt by the absence. Your love and friendship is all the gift I need.

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai

PS all excellent ideas! And candles! Yes indeed! I shall not forget those!

Gai-

~~What do you--~~.... Oh.
Well, if you've already done it I can't really see why you'd need my input, but.. like I said, I'm always here to listen. I can only offer impersonal advice, but any help I can give is yours.
Especially if there' s a story to tell.

Ah- ~~that's~~
~~I mean, I~~
..You flatter me, Gai.

-Kakashi. ♥

Kakashi!

A story?! Kakashi!!! This is not an Icha Icha Novel!! But yes, if you have any advice--It is very new to me-- I am sorry we did not include you!! It happened very suddenly and I only meant to discuss kissing practice with him! Please forgive me.

It is not flattery if it is the truth, my precious Rival.

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

Gai-

There's nothing to forgive here. Don't apologise, really. I don't feel left out, nor do I feel any entitlement to be involved in, or even hear about what the two of you are doing with your personal lives. (That isn't to say I don't appreciate what you're doing here - I'm honored you trust me enough to divulge this with me, I just want you to understand that this really is nothing to do with me without your say.)

I can't really give advice without a question, though. If you're looking for a catch-all, I can lend you some books.....?

-Kakashi. ♥

Kakashi!!

We want to include you should you ever want to be included. But we especially do not want you to feel left out or hurt by it. Should this ever be an issue, you will tell us? Please?
(And, Kakashi!! How can you say that? This has EVERYTHING to do with you! Without your guidance, Obito and I would never have realized the depth of our affections and we would not be where we are today! I say it has a great deal to do with you and I am eternally grateful every day!)

I am honored, Kakashi, that you would offer to lend me your Very Treasured Reading Material, but I am not certain I could make it through much of it. I tried once, because I was curious about your interests! I regrettably did not accomplish my goal!

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

Gai-

You have my word, my dear friend, that I don't feel left out or hurt by this. I'm included in so much that you would tell me about it in the first place, let alone ask for my advice concerning it. It's almost like I'm going to be there with you in spirit, don't you think?

~~You phrase my input like it's all been plain sailing... But then, I suppose you always say things like it's plain sailing, don't you?~~~

For what it's worth, I think you and Obito would have made it eventually by yourselves, but I'm very glad the two of you are happy now. You know that's all I ask in this situation - for the two of you to be happy. Promise me that, and I promise you I'll be the same.

Ah- I didn't mean Icha Icha, Gai. I do read other books, you know.

-Kakashi ♥

My Dearest Kakashi--

I suppose you are right! I am touched and honored to think of you as there in spirit!

[ He's crying. You called him 'my dear friend' and he is just rolling in feelings right now. ]

~~Love has its bumps and bruises, but I think it has been as smooth of sailing as possible for a man who gets sea-sickness!~~

Kakashi, you have my word. I promise I will do my absolute, utmost best forever to make Obito the happiest man in the world, and I assure you that as long as my students are safe and happy, and you and Obito are safe and happy, I will be happy.

...You read other things? Why was I not aware of this? I FEEL I HAVE FAILED YOU AS A RIVAL THAT I DID NOT KNOW THIS!!!

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

[ ... This reply is a little more.. damp.
Oh. Of course. He's crying. ]

Gai-

~~You're right, love does have it's ups and downs, I'm just glad you don't blame me for the few downs that might have been spared without my fussing...~~ I know you'll make Obito very happy; not for a moment did I even consider otherwise. I trust you with my life, that much is obvious, and now I trust you with his heart too.

You haven't failed as a rival, Gai, calm down. It's not like our rivalry is based on my reading habits, now is it?
But yes, I do read other things, and some of those things are little easier to chew than Icha Icha's shameless narrative. Let me know if you'd like some recommendations~

Always,
Kakashi ♥

[ More tears. All the tears. T_T ]

My beloved Rival--

I will not strike this out: I will never hold that against you. I love you too, and will take the ups and the downs and everything in between as long as you shall have me, however you shall have me.

Kakashi, I wish I had word for how your words make me feel. That you trust me with Obito's heart means so much to me. ~~Someday, I can only hope that you might do me the honor of maybe approving~~

[ He strikes that out, unsure yet if he's ready to even mention it to Kakashi when he's afraid it will hurt or scare off Kakashi and not sure yet what Obito would think, either. ]

I shall try to be more observant of your reading habits, though! I pride myself on being knowledgeable about you! And yes, if you have suggestions I am open to them! That is most considerate! Thank you!

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

[ It takes him a very long time to write this reply. Somehow, every time he goes to write his response, he freezes up and has to waste a few more moments thinking, while his face burns scarlet... He just hopes the turtle being sent back and forth with their correspondence won't tell Gai when he next sees him. ]

Gai-

Thank you so much. I, like you, struggle for words to describe how I'm feeling right now.. but at least know that you aren't alone in the way you feel, and that you never really have been. It makes me feel good to know that what I've done hasn't upset anything, and I feel even better knowing that your feelings remain regardless.

...But, what was that about approving? Is there something else you want to talk about?

I'll take a look through my collection for something that might suit your tastes, but you know you're always welcome to visit and peruse my shelves for yourself.

Always,
Kakashi ♥

My Rival!!

You mean you-- Really? [ Some scribbles and false starts. ] I am trying to say how much it means to hear that your feelings are similar and I am sorry! I am just too overcome by emotions! I just want to be beside you forever, Kakashi. I love you, my Rival. Thank you for allowing me to love you. [ He takes a break for a moment to sniffle and cry happy manly tears, then comes back and his writing is flailing and hurried. ]

Approving? I said nothing about approving!! IT IS JUST A SILLY NOTHING IMPORTANT PERHAPS I WILL ~~ASK~~TELL YOU SOMEDAY I AM SURE HE IS NOT READY YET DO NOT THINK ABOUT IT, KAKASHI IT IS NOTHING REALLY I will ask you later.

I am always happy to visit you! I will do so!

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

Dearest Gai-

I love you too.

[ That took a lot of guts to write, and he leaves it there; not saying any more for fear of ruining the moment. He wants to frame Gai's reply and keep it somewhere safe, tucked away for the moments when things were bleak.. so the least he could do is give the man the same - a little honesty. ]

....He? Are you talking about Obito? If there's something troubling you, please don't hesitate to ask me about it. You know I only want to help you.

Always,
Kakashi ♥

[ I am not going to make a big deal out of it. I am not going to make a big deal out of it. I am not going to make a big--I am going to frame this. I am so going to frame this and if I could wear this like a banner "KAKASHI SAID HE LOVES ME" for the rest of time, I would. ]

My beloved Rival--

I will cherish your last note forever.

As for your question. Yes, he is Obito. I, uh, would not call it troubling. Just...something I must think about. Lee asked if we would and I had not thought about it again since, but just now you made me think about it and

If you thought it was a bad idea, you would tell me, right?

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

Dearest Gai-

Just as I'll cherish yours, my friend.

I would give you my honest opinion if you asked for it, and if I knew exactly what you were talking about. Does Lee want the two of you to move in together, or something?
Because, really, you're already a fraction of the way there. I'd hardly call it a bad idea. It's quite convenient, to be honest.

Always,
Kakashi ♥

[ Gai decides to go for broke and tell him already. ]

My precious Kakashi--

No, not exactly. "Or something," perhaps. When I told Lee we were dating, back in September, he asked if we were going to be getting married. The three of us.

I had not thought about Lee's question again until now. I am yours forever, Kakashi. We are Rivals, eternally, no matter what. While I would be honored if you would marry me, my Rival, I also understand and respect your decision if you would not. I am not hurt by it either way. Regardless, I am still yours forever. And I would like to be Obito's forever as well, and I know I do not have to marry him to be that either. I am not even sure he would like to get married! He has not shown any interest in that! It is silly that I am even thinking about this!

What do you think?

--Youthfully and always yours!!
Maito Gai ♥

--

Dearest Gai-

Out of the three of us, the ones most deserved of commitment as dedicated and special as that would be you and Obito. You have over a decade of romantic history, and in some way it's a logical conclusion to come to.
I think your only battle in this regard will be the short amount of time you've been 'official'. Obito might need a little longer to settle into the idea of firmly belonging to someone, even more-so the special conditions being a husband involves.

I can't speak for him as much as I can't tell you how he'll react - he could surprise both of us either way - but I still say it's certainly worth the shot. After all, my friend, how will you know if you don't try? The one certainty you have, at the end of it all, is that Obito loves you and cares for you, and even if he isn't ready your relationship won't suffer for it. You have nothing to lose, and you most certainly have my blessing.

Always,
Kakashi ♥

My most deserving Rival--

You are equally deserving of love and commitment and dedication. Do not deny yourself that even if you do not want romantic attentions or marriage. You are stuck with me. ♥ I will not allow you to forget how much you are deserving of!

And how wise you are! Yes. I shall give him as much time as he needs to warm up to the idea! And if he never does, that is fine too! But you are absolutely right: I will not know if I do not try, and it is always worth a try. Obito is always worth the effort!

Thank you, Kakashi. Thank you so much. I know I have said it before, but your support in this means so very much to me. Thank you!

♥ Yours always and forever,
Gai

Dearest Gai-

Ah- for once, believe me, I wasn't being dejected. I simply meant that the both of you are in a much better position to consider that next step than I am.
(Everything we have discussed, and everything we have done together so far, is perfectly within my comfort zone, and I don't want to refuse you or myself from any more exposure to it, I promise you.. It's just that I, possibly like Obito, need a little time to warm up to the idea of anything breaching further than where we've already got together. I hope you understand.)

Obito is very, very lucky to have someone like you ask for his hand. Make sure you keep me up to date, alright?

You're always welcome.
Always.

-Kakashi ♥

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