“Ugh, why did I signed up for this again?” He idly wonder, leaning against his kitchen counter, sipping on a cup of coffee. Having dressed himself in the standard shinobi attire, Nanashi were about to make his way towards the local hospital, having signed up to work there under some of the village best medics – seeing how he was one himself. The thought of working under experience medics is a refreshing idea for Nanashi, for he would undoubtedly gain valuable knowledge from the experience. Though the downside is the god awful hours that he had to be there. Seriously it's just 3am and he was expected to be at the hospital in the next thirty minutes, for his shift. Washing out the now empty cup and placing it back into it's cabinet, Nanashi made his way out of the apartment and towards the hospital.

“Let the day or night beginning.” He mumbled to himself, having body flickered to the given destination, instead of taken the scenic. Opening the doors to the rich earth brown medium size building. Making his way towards the receptionist desk; where a young lady in her late twenties sat doing papers and looked utter bored, he cough to grab her attention, startling her slightly.

“Hmm yes, how may I help you?”

“I'm Guanyin Nanashi, I had came by two days ago about working here in order to get my certified medic certificate and along with an id, allowing me to work here when not performing other shinobi duties.” He stated, giving her his shinobi id card for her to verity his information.

“Ah, yes Guanyin. You have been signed up Sakino Marise, her office's number is B-26 on the second floor.” The receptionist stated, handing his card back to him along with papers that were for Ms. Sakino's eyes only.

Nodding to the receptionist, Nanashi began his trek through the building greeting the nurses and other doctors on his way up to the designated location.

“Come in.” The voice behind the door said, having heard Nanashi knocked on it three times. Opening the door, took one look at the one he will be working under for an undetermined amount of time. And only two works escaped his lips, as the door closed behind the two.

“Oh boy. . “

Cough Cough! That's all Akio had heard for the past 2 days. Her sister's fever was steadily rising and she didn't know what to do. Akio was use to dealing with colds and other small illness when it came to her family. A book of home remedies was in her cabinet filled with a cure for anything you could name but it seemed as if this was something she couldn't handle. Maybe she should go see Nanashi he was a medical nin but after everything thats been happening she quickly shook away that thought. It would be best to not bother him. Saiyuki could probably help her but Akio was sure she was on a mission. Atsuko was refusing to go to a hospital since she had academy exams coming up and she wouldn't listen to Akio no matter what. Just like their father the girl was stubborn and hardheaded. That meant she was left with only one thing to do. Ask Sakino Marise for help. Come on Atsuko we're going to visit Sakion-san. Sakion was a local doctor they knew who helped her dad with his depression. Most likely she would be able to diagnose her little sister and give them a quick cure to take hopefully.

Get your jacket so you won't be cold. She bundled the girl the girl and they headed out.

Well this was pissing her off a little. She was happy to see Sakino-san seeing as the woman was a close friend of the family but she wasn't happy to see her assistant. Akio knew how guys looked at her sensei's um "parts". It seemed as if the same went for Nanashi-chan. Oh I already know Nanashi. After everything that had happened she wasn't too happy with him at the moment neither was she with Saiyuki. I'm just here to see if you could help me. Atsuko has been sick for the past 2 days I honestly don't know what's wrong. For a moment she forgot about everyone in the room and focused on her sister. Just like their mother the strain of being a ninja were starting to affect her body. It must have been a apparent because Sakino quickly started checking up on the girl. Nanashi help me with this and go fetch me some things. I'll help too Sakion-san it's the least I can do for you helping me. That's fine Akio don't worry by the time you're both back I'll have her diagnosed and ready to receive treatment.

Akio bowed while giving Sakion her deepest thanks. She then left the room with Nanashi who had just received the list of supplies they were to pick up. As they walked down the halls she pulled him to a darker more private area. Grabbing onto him she pushed her lips against his rubbing his back as he kissed her back. You know if you wanted something to stare at you could have looked at me. She gave him an angry glare and continued to speak but it seemed not long ago you were inviting me to spend time at your home and speaking your mind about the situation between you and your new sister. This is very surprising Nanashi. Akio then led the two from the hallway. We'll talk after we're done with this chore.
She grabbed his hand this was nice but sometimes she had to scold him or being bad.

Yes after everything that had been going on she would love to talk about what she was feeling. Nanashi next time come and visit and see what I'm feeling. I can't just run to your house after all that happened. If you had hospital duties then you could have sent a letter to make plans to sit down and talk about this. Then that's when everything shutdown. Did you just say you're my boyfriend. He smiled at her and said yes. I'm Nanashi's Girlfriend we're not just friends. Akio could feel herself getting heated and dizzy. She then found herself slowly passing out. After that it was all black.

When Akio woke Sakino sensei was hovering over her examining her. She noticed the young girl was awake and breathed a sigh of relief oh thank god you're okay sweetie. You were burning up and passed out. Yeah Akio could remember how Nana-chan had defined their relationship before she passed out . Well it was good to having a boyfriend for a little while. That was one thing she could scratch off her list of dreams to make come true. Nana must be silently laughing at her right now and she couldn't blame him. Akio honey you caught atsuko's flu. Oh that explained why Akio didn't know what was wrong her sister never had the flu before. I'm going to get both of you some medicine right now okay. the sick girl nodded yes to the woman. The noise of crying could be heard from across the bed curtain covering her and Sakino-san. Sakino giggled at it and opened it up. Her sister came running wrapping her arms around Akio's neck. Onee don't leave me! Akio laughed at the young girl she was so worried about her when things like her being sick happened. She was only 7 she didn't know any better since akio was the only mother she had ever had. Atsuko leave your sister alone so that you can take your medicine first sakion told her. We'll be you too she said giving Nanashi and her a wink.  That really made Akio's face heat up but she'll just blame it on her fever. 

Nanashi quickly came to her side with worry on his face. He fussed and hovered over her. He asked if her bed was comfortable or did she need something. Was she hungry did or did she want that window shut. This was a side she had never seen before. It made her happy and she found herself giggling. I would calm down Nana-kun since I'm sure you're sick now after what we did before or did you forget. 

Akio-chan was happy that they were leaving the hospital. Nana-chan seemed a little nervous when it came to meeting her father so she decided to tease him and get his mind off of it. When Atsuko went ahead of them Akio took a deep breath and glomped Nanashi. She made sure she pressed hard on him so he could feel her. Nana-kun why so down she said in her cutest voice. Gosh she thought this was embarrassing how did he do this to her. Don't worry later I'll make you feel better when I visit your apartment. We never did get to take that shower now did we. She laughed at his expression and walked ahead picking up her sis and placing her on her shoulders. Come on nana my dad's home and he's dieing to meet you.


Daddy we're back Atsuko yelled once they arrived home.  Akio took their jackets and hung them on the coat rack by the door. The small family's home reflected them perfectly. It was a modest home big enough for comfort but it wasn't huge and outspoken. It was sturdy and could survive anything thrown at it thanks to the seals her mother left behind to protect it. It contained 4 rooms and 2 small bathrooms along with a newly remodeled kitchen and living room all kept clean by her. Her father had the table set for 4 which didn't surprise her at all. He could "feel" when others came to visit them. Don't worry Nana-chan he's a little um "quiet" but he means no harm okay.  A slightly tall man came in and greeted his daughters with a usual hug. He looked just like  her sister with sandy brown hair and a kind smile. Although it seemed he wouldn't be using it today. With eyes like her's he stared at the man she brought home judging him. He walked up and took Nanashi's hand shaking it giving it a slight squeeze. Hope you like gyoza and rice balls son. There're this family's favorite and if you hope to become a part of it then you should get use to eating it.

Yeah this was definitely awkward not only was her father glaring at Nanashi but it seemed as if her little sister couldn't shut her mouth up about them. She had promised once before to not talk about them but she must have thought Nana-kun coming over was permission to do so. She kicked the girl under the table shutting her up but she just glared and talked more. It was sweet daddy they held hands and stuff. Can I have a boyfriend when I'm Akio's age? This was so embarrassing she couldn't even focus on her food not that she wanted to eat with this flu. At least it was good to see her sister better. Daddy she said killing the silence we saw Sakion-san today. Oh really thats nice to hear he said not taking his glare from Nanashi. Dad are you listening to me? He didn't even turn to her. Kindly she got up and dumped her and Nanashi's plate. No one supported you and mom's relationship for much dumber reasons. All I ask is that you do the same for me. I love Nanashi. Did she said that well too late to take it back. This is not some dumb teen romance this is real love dad I'm serious about this. He still continued to stare at her in shock.  This boy is a manwhore who sells his body why would you want him. How dare you disrespect me like that I'm the head of this household he yelled in anger. Well last time I check when you were too busy drinking bottles of rum and sake then throwing them in my face I was head of this household.
It seemed as if the room stood still.  Then Akio you can pack your bags and leave then. I'm leaving and I'll be back for Atsuko and my stuff since I'm the one who has custody. Make sure her bags are packed too.  She stormed out and she swear she had never ran so fast.

What was she going to do after what she had just said to her father he probably hated her now. She hated herself so she couldn't blame him. They hadn't talked about the past since their therapy sessions with Sakion-san. It was building up for a while honestly she had never fully forgave her father was that  time she was forced to spend in hell. The things she had done were unspeakable she was just lucky that their clan leader rescued them before she had to sell her body. Even though she had done things she wasn't proud of and would never tell another living soul even her boy... she meant now ex-boyfriend. Why would he want to stay with her anyway what kind of girl admitted her love for someone she had only known for a few weeks. This wasn't a play that she enjoyed in Iwa with her sister this was reality.

Oh gosh atsuko. She hadn't even taken the girl into account after her sudden outburst. That little girl was the only thing that she had left that was truly good. Not only was she taking her from her father but now she had to face the same things Akio did. It was slightly chilly in Iwa which was a first. Would they have to stay in the cold like this to survive. She had enough money saved for a small apartment but taking care of two people with little income would be hard. Thats when the tears started flowing. Akio never cried but when your family has been broken so many times it was hard not too. She looked up to the sky with tears glistening on her face. I'm sorry mom that I couldn't keep us together it just got to hard.

When Nanashi found her on the park bench with her sister she was sure he hated her but instead he offered her rooms at his house. Wrapping her tears as she hugged him and atsuko and they made their way to the house. Nanashi fixed them hot coco and they snuggled on the couch watching Atsuko play.  The girl was drifting off to sleep now and Akio gently picked her up. Nana-chan lead them to their rooms and she got the girl ready for bed. It was funny because as soon as she hit the soft sheets she was out like a light. Closing the door behind them they started cleaning up the hot coc they were drinking and got ready to sleep themselves. She took her shower first and Nanashi went after her both were too tired to trease. they kissed each other goodnight and went in separate rooms. 

The bed was soft and comfortable with nice pillows that smelled a little like nana-chan. Was he having thinking of her like she was of him. So much had happened in this last few weeks and it was really stressing her out. Thats when she made her choice.  Slowly and quietly she sneaked passed her sisters guest room and into Nanachi.  The hall light shined on him as she opened the door he looked so cute sleeping so peacefully. Akio gave him a slight kiss on the lips and crawled in with him.
She knew that this was frowned upon honestly for a girl like her to sneak in a guy's bed. However she didn't care just being with him like this made her happy and soon she was asleep.