[ Back to Aiko's POV ]
So I am currently up stairs doing what?...Well, let's not forget I am a psychologist. I have to submit four reports a week and slowly they will decrease when the time is right. I have been here for three days now and a report is due.
I am pleased to note that Naruto is starting to socialize again. He met Sasuke and I have been able to break the ice. He starts school in a week and I will have to drop him off. They wanted a driver but since he is comfortable with me they wanted to have me pick him up and drop him off to and from school and I was more than happy to do so.
You know, come to think of it, I always thought I would end up with some practice somewhere, never did I think my job would be so...um...interesting.
I eventually send in my report then I head downstairs to Naruto.
"Crash...slash...BOOM!…..FINISH HIM!"
"Hahahahahahaha! Oh my god Ninja, you are still going?"
"Yes! I will beat you, I know I will."
"Well, see! I will have to stop you there though because its supper time!"
"Ahhhhh, noooo!"
"Even if it's ramen?"
"Huh? We are having ramen?"
"Yes!"
"Aiko, let's gooo! Time to eat."
"Hey! I came to tell you that!", he started to laugh so adorably.
We finished supper and lounged watching some more anime.
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[ On the other side, Itachi's POV ]
"Hey, what do you want to do today?", I asked.
"Can we visit Naru?", Sasuke responded.
"I don't see why not.", I replied shrugging. We decided to go there after breakfast. Maybe I can ask the old lady about what I can do for Sasuke too, I mean she is looking after Naruto so wouldn't it help?
-TIME SKIP-
We arrive at the the Ex Mayors mansion. I walk with Sasuke to the front door.
[ Aiko's POV ]
The doorbell rang which is strange because Naruto and I weren't expecting anyone. I open the door and see a familiar face. Hey, isn't that Sasori's friend?
"Hello...I am looking for an old lady?", he asks.
"I am sorry, I don't know everyone here. I am new, if you give me her name I can look for her."
"Uh, I think it was Aiko?", he responds.
[ Itachi's POV ]
"An old lady named Aiko?", she repeated.
Wait, isn't she Sasori's friend? Crap, I forgot her name!
"I think she is Naruto's babysitter.", I respond to which she gives me an amused smirk.
"I don't look that old to you, do I?"
Wait...come to think of it, that name did sound familiar...oh no! "I apologize, I forgot your name and I assumed you were old.", I said trying to keep a straight face, I must say, this is a very strange situation.
I was interrupted from my thoughts by laughing...wait laughing. "You are fine, it's no big deal, really it's quite funny!", she said trying to contain her contagious laughter as I cracked a small smile.
"So, what can I help you with?"
"Actually...", I started off stepping aside showing her the little boy behind me. "Oh Sasuke, hi!", to which he smiled.
"Hi, Aiko!"
[ Aiko's POV ]
"You know it's almost lunch time, why don't you join us?"
"Oh no...I wouldn't want to impose.", he said.
"Oh don't be foolish, it's not an imposition! I am inviting you.", I stepped aside letting them both in. We made our way to the Dining hall. I called out to Naruto who came downstairs to join us.
"Hey, Sasuke! Hey, Itachi!"
"Hey, Naru.", they greeted while... "Time to eat, everyone.", I cooed. I went and sat next to Naruto and opposite me sat Itachi and next to him sat Sasuke. We began eating our onigiri prepared by the cooks.
"So, where is Mikoto and Fugaku?", I ask.
"Oh...They are gone on a six month business trip.", Itachi answers.
"Oh, I see. So you are looking after Sasuke all alone then?"
"Yes, I guess you could say that."
"Well, if it helps I can look after him if you have an emergency or anything."
"Thank you so much! I might take you up on that offer, I have exams soon."
"Oh, feel free to. He is a wonderful child."
"I see you have your own new son too...you will seem to be getting along well."
"Hah, you noticed!"
"Yeah, he seems a lot better if I do say so myself."
"True, I am glad he is."
We continued talking about our new 'parent' roles whilst Naruto and Sasuke spoke about being excited for school.
Since Itachi had nothing to do that day we begged him to stay and watch anime with us.
"Hey Aiko, can we watch the ninja anime?", Naruto asked me. "Of course.", I answered. So with that we started watching the anime about the ramen loving ninja boy.
"Why is he so grumpy?", Sasuke asked frowning at the emo's behaviour. "Uh...you see, his brother killed his clan."
"Yeah, but he didn't kill him! He doesn't have to be so mean.", Sasuke responded. "I...yeah but his character is grumpy like that.", I said sadly.
"Why did his brother do that?", Itachi asked as I blushed. "Uh...he had to choose between his clan and the village."
"Mhmmm...."
"Oh yeah, that's Aiko's favourite!", Naruto piped in.
"Naruto!", I shouted blushing madly.
"What? You go on about how he is a prodigy and how he is so powerful and that he loves Dango and that he got the Mangekyou Sharingan and how he is an angel and how he is so hot and he could knock on your door any day and-"
"Yeah yeah, I get it!", I said waving my hand dismissively while trying to hide my blush as Itachi started laughing.
"What!?", I asked as I huffed in annoyance.
"Nothing...I...It's just interesting, that's all."
"Tch...you are just jealous he is so powerful!"
"Awwww, I will do a speech at the wedding."
"S-stop i-it!"
"Listen, I won't judge...Okay but like how are we gonna have the wedding?"
"Oh, shut up!"
-TIME SKIP-
We spent the rest of the night binge watching the anime till about 22:00.
"I had a good time.", I said.
"Yeah, me too...we should probably do this again, it keeps them from being badly behaved.", Itachi said as I smiled and nodded.
"Hey, did you hear about the Parents meeting for when school starts?", I asked.
"Yeah, I am gonna have to attend.", he said.
"Well then, see you there."
"Oh that's great, see you there too."
"Good night, you two."
"Good night.", both Itachi and Sasuke said in union. I headed back to pick sleeping Naruto off the couch.
- - - - -
So far... It's been five days since Naruto and I started the 'Anime watching' evenings, school started today and later Itachi and I have to attend the parents meeting with Naruto and Sasuke. We all have become very close and I am currently getting ready to head to Naruto's school. Itachi and I have asked both boys what they would like to do to celebrate the first day at school. They have yet to tell us but hopefully, they will this evening.
[ Present moment ]
I get out of the shower and grab my clothes from the bed, I chose to wear a black knee length dress that was fitting and formal. I spray on some perfume and put on some light makeup with black stilettos. I grab my purse and head out my bedroom door.
"Naruto Namikaze! It's time to go..."
"YES! I am ready..."
We head to the door with him wearing his uniform with his blazer and messy blonde hair falling effortlessly with his signature grin plastered on his face. Man, this boy is going to grow up to be a heart breaker, he better not start now. I am too young to play overprotective mommy.
We head outside and a black mustang arrives.
"I see you chose the mustang today...huh?"
"Well, It felt fitting...", Itachi said as we got in the car.
"Thanks for picking us up otherwise I would have had to drive in these shoes.", I said with a chuckle.
"Never mind that, how are you standing?"
"Those are secrets a woman never tells.", I said as he laughed in response.
"Do you realize we are like-"
"Pretend parents.", I cut him off.
"HA! Yeah, exactly."
"I guess it helps that we have each other then."
"Most definitely.", he responded while letting out a relived sigh.
"So, boys...has anything been decided as a celebration?", I asked as both Naruto and Sasuke raised their heads.
"In one, two, three...", started Naruto.
"SLEEPOVER!!!", they both shouted in unison.
Itachi and I looked at each other in surprise.
"Um...When exactly...?", I started.
"Tonight!", Naruto answered excitedly.
"Well, okay then.", Itachi answered with an awkward smile.
It took about half an hour and we arrived at school.
"Um...So exactly how long does this sleepover last?", I asked.
"If today is Friday...can it last the whole weekend?", Naruto asked. I looked at Itachi for help.
"Um...I...guess so...right, Aiko?", Itachi asked.
"I...Uh, yeah. But where is this sleepover going to take place?", I replied.
"Can we have it at our house, Nee san?", well that's blackmail if I ever heard some...
"O-Of course, Sasuke.", Itachi said obviously affected by the emotional blackmail.
"Well, now that that's settled and...Itachi caved with some blackmail.", I said whispering the last part causing Itachi to pout as I laughed.