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[Closed] A day in Ame

Where: Amegakure
When: February 4th
Notes: Nagato takes a moment to just spend time with ~~his son~~ Juugo.

It was oddly quiet, with Konan out in the country checking up on preparations being made. It left him a bit restless, and with the rainfall so steadily heavy it wasn't as though he needed to handle anything there. Everything was on schedule in setting up the country's defenses, and really that meant he had little to do, for the moment.

It had him seeking out his foundling, deciding to see how he was doing, given all the visitors that the village had had... and the fact another one was due any time in the next week or so. Better to warn the boy about that while he was talking to him.

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Juugo was just getting finished with a mission helping shore up one of the roofs in the village. His friends were crowded on his shoulders and his stomach was rumbling, but he was happy, and smiling gently as he walked back to his rooms.

On spotting Nagato his smile broadened and he walked the last few steps with a bit of a spring in them. "Hello."

Even though they lived and worked so closely, it was always good to see the man who'd turned his life from horror into something wonderful. Juugo basked in the feel of his chakra, so much immediate when not dispersed in the rain or through his earrings.

He reached up, putting his hand on the boy's head as he noticed the way the teen was soaking in his presence, unable to help the small smile that came to his face. "You've been having a good day then."

Juugo leaned into the touch, humming happily under his breath. It felt so nice, and Nagato never flinched away or colored his presence with fear. Ame had gotten better, but there were still a few that were uncertain around him. Less now, that he was out and helping them how he could though.

"Mm, I helped shore up some of the roofs today. The owners were very happy that I helped."

It was said almost shyly. Having people pleased at his strength and his gift never seemed to grow old. It was always a little bit of a surprise.

"Excellent. Given how high up they are and the degree of travel, that must have been complicated work. Have you eaten since?" Just because the boy drew in chakra constantly didn't mean he didn't need to eat.

And in some ways checking on Juugo ensured that he remembered food for himself too.

"It wasn't bad, and my friends lent their eyes to me to help me."

But Juugo had to stop and think, and as if on cue, his stomach rumbled. When had he eaten last? Breakfast, he thought. And if he ate with Nagato, he could make sure Nagato ate enough. It was a good plan.

"I would like some dinner. I think I forgot to eat lunch."

"That wouldn't surprise me. Well, dinner then. The eatery near the tower should suffice tonight I believe." He peered up, checking what section of the city they were in, then started off int he appropriate direction.

Juugo follows eagerly, hungry now that he’s started thinking about it. The eatery near the tower is a nice one, but then most of the food in Ame is delicious, and he wouldn’t complain anyway. Still, he’s glad that’s tonight’s choice.

Juugo doesn’t say anything, content to walk in silence and bask in Nagato’s presence. There’s a small smile on his face and everything is angled slightly in Nagato’s direction, like a plant turning towards the sun.

He didn't rush, seeing no need, but once they were inside he just waved, knowing that they'd be served whatever was good this evening as he moved off to a table, thoughtful. Juugo was in an exceptionally good mood, but he wanted him fed before dropping news on him.

Juugo just followed, happy to trust the choice of the meal to the people there, and to Nagato. Being able to sit next to Nagato and enjoy the smiling faces of the other people that Nagato protected was more than enough.

But there was a sense of anticipation. Maybe Nagato had something to tell him? Well, the news would come when it came. Juugo smiled at Nagato and relaxed, waiting.

He picked up the tea when it reached them, finally turning his attention back to Juugo, thoughtful, but pleases Juugo's mood was so good. "We're getting another visitor soon."

"From Konoha?"

Juugo had noticed, after all, that a lot of the visitors lately had been from that village. Maybe Nagato liked them. Juugo liked the one he'd gotten his courage up to talk to, at least. Sasuke had been nice. Maybe this one would be nice too, and maybe Juugo would feel up to talking to them. Juugo smiled at Nagato as he sipped his tea, waiting for more information.

He inclined his head slightly. "I have little enough reason to contact others as of yet. It will be a girl this time."

Juugo thought about it for a moment. There hand’t been that many girls visiting from other places, and he looked forward to meeting this new girl from Konoha. He’d liked showing Sasuke around. Maybe he could show her around too. If he didn’t get to nervous about saying hello, that was. Maybe Nagato could tell him a little bit and help make Juugo less nervous.

“Have you met her before?”

"Multiple times actually... She's been very kind, if shy, during the occasions when I have crossed paths with her. She's very formal." He nodded once.

That made Juugo smile. If she was kind and shy, Juugo thought they would be able to get along. Formal, though, if he forgot how to say things properly, it could make her upset. Well, he'd have to be extra careful when he met her.

"Then I think I'll like her too. When is she coming?"

"Very soon. She's due within a week or so, barring anything else coming up to delay her." He gave a little shake of his head. "I do hope she'll find the rain less... distressing than the other two did."

"Sasuke was fire; I could feel it." Juugo looked up at the sky, thoughtfully. "Fire doesn't like rain very much. It's too bad."

But if this girl wasn't fire, the rain shouldn't feel as stifling to her. Nagato probably knew what her natures were. "Do you know if she's fire?"

"I don't believe she is. If she does use it, it's well hidden. She's much more... earthy." He shook his head slightly. "And she doesn't have eyes like Hyuuga-san did either."

"I remember his eyes. I never did say hello." And Juugo regretted that a little, but he was getting better. He would say hello to this one, and if she was earthy she probably wouldn't mind the rain very much. It would work out well.

"I will make sure to show her hospitality." That was the right word, right? Juugo was pretty sure. He scrunched up his face then nodded to himself. He was sure.

The smile that earned him was proud. "I'm sure you will. You're very polite and courteous when you try to be."

If a little innocent, but that was to be expected.

The praise felt good. Juugo like it when he made Nagato proud, and resolved to make sure to treat this visitor as well as he could.

"Good. I can't wait until she gets here."

"Neither can I. I've been hoping it was her each time, and it pleases me greatly that it actually is this time." The look made him happy in turn, and he offered to pour when tea arrived.

Juugo accepted the tea, smiling. “I’m glad she’s finally come this time then.”

If Nagato was so happy, he definitely had to meet this one, he decided. Maybe he could check in on her and make sure she was comfortable a few times, just in case.

He gave him a bright smile, pleased with his understanding. "Have you learned anything new recently? I know I've been a bit busy to give you anything personally of late."

"I've been watching the osprey. I think I'll be able to make my flying smoother, with some practice."

Juugo didn't feel the need to elaborate. Nagato knew he'd been working on transforming himself so that he could fly with his friends. It was clumsy still, but he was learning from them ways of making it better.

He considered that, then nodded slowly. "Ask Konan to give you tips as well. Her paper wings are rather efficient from what I've seen."

Juugo thought about that, and yes, her paper wings worked a lot like his did, so asking her would help.

"I'll do that. Maybe she can show me a little about how she does it."

"She doesn't get to show off her art enough, so you would make her rather happy to inquire." He smiled, looking into his cup of tea before sipping it once he picked it up.

"Then I definitely will."

Juugo liked making Konan happy. It was almost as good as making Nagato happy, and having a plan to improve his flying was always good. He liked being able to go where his friends went.

He laughed softly at the smile that earned him, and inclined his head. He didn't laugh often, but when he did it was never forced. "Good."

The laugh was wonderful to hear, because Juugo knew how rare such things were. Juugo basked in it, smile sweet and wide. This was wonderful.

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[Closed] A day in Ame

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