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Uchiha Fugaku | Naruto | Konoha

[disgruntledmountain]

Despite how crowded the tea shop had become, the seat next to Fugaku remained empty. He doubted it was because it was in the drafty, slightly damp corner facing the road, but had every idea that it was because he was occupying the other end of the bench. Fugaku stared out into the unseasonal rain storm, straight down miserable stuff, arms crossed. He wasn't so far from Konoha proper that it was unreasonable to think some recognized him (or recognized that he was Uchiha and old and therefore not pleasant). It was probably more that Fugaku's expression, he had been told, looked like he ate children for breakfast.

Of course, the day he'd decided to run a frivalous errand for Mikoto, he'd gotten stuck in a freak shower. Fugaku looked down at the basket at his feet. In it sat a few bulbs and a small kitten--large ears and legs and fuzz--napping. The bulbs were for Mikoto's garden--something had dug up a few of her favorites, and Fugaku thought he should replace them since he was out and about. It was always a good idea to stay on Mikoto's good side. Fugaku looked down at the fuzzier and smaller kitten in his lap. This one refused to sleep in the basket like her sister, but had cried and crawled around until Fugaku had let her in his lap.

Fugaku imagined Mikoto would laugh at this situation--Fugaku waiting out the rain in a frilly tea shop with a basket full of flower bulbs, flowers, and kittens. How was he going to carry the kittens if they were both awake when the rain let up? He'd juggled Sasuke enough as a baby, he ought to be able to manage kittens. Fugaku sighed to himself and looked out at the rain.

...he should probably check up on where Sasuke was and what he was doing. He'd given up on keeping track of Itachi years ago. he should at least have some kind of report to give about his children when people asked about them rather then "probably not dead, as people are legally obligated to tell me if they are." He'd ask Mikoto first and see what she knew. He would be able to find her, at least. Maybe she would also give him the good news Sasuke was interested in a girl (Fugaku had given up on Itachi's ever fathering a child).

The rain blew a little sideways, disturbing the kitten in his lap. Fugaku reached down and absently rubbed its head as it settled, frowning.

I don't even play an Uchiha character here and I shrieked on seeing this.

[abileunaspada]

Huh... What a day to be caught out in a late autumn rainstorm. The red-headed kunoichi sighed as the rain splashed at her ankles even beneath her umbrella, frowning at the wet and increasingly muddy sandals she wore. She'd have to take a hot bath after this to get the feeling back in her toes, and the thought of said bath comforted her in the downpour.

At least she had dropped off the child she had been watching for that D-Rank, with the slip that confirmed her mission completion in her pocket. So it was while she was on her way back that she spotted an unusual figure in a warm tea shop -- someone she could recognize as Uchiha, seeing as he had that look about him. No umbrella, either...

...

Damn her conscious. Adela approached then, closing her umbrella as her good eye wandered over his packages and such before a gentle expression fell on him, "Excuse me, sir, are you here waiting out the storm?"

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku looked up at the girl--red-hair, Konoha-nin. Uzumaki, maybe? She looked vaguely familiar, but that meant next to nothing as many people as he knew. He couldn't keep up with who was who with all the younger ninja.

She had good manners, at least. She wasn't timid either, as she'd approached a strange man and asked if he needed her to walk him home. Was he really that old now (how old was he anyway)? Then again, anyone over the age of forty was probably all the same old to a teenager.

Fugaku cleared his throat. "The rain." Fugaku looked her over again. Was she even a teenager? Fugaku was getting bad at aging children. "I wouldn't want to put you out. I can wait." The small kitten in his lap stretched and kneaded her claws into Fugaku's leg.

[abileunaspada]

Had she known that he was gauging her as much younger than she was, the girl might have been offended enough to say something about it. Still, the man seemed like he needed a little prodding, and making sure he got home safe was just another duty of an average Konoha nin in her eyes.

"It's no trouble, I'm not in a rush. And who knows when the rain is going to end, you should probably get home sooner than later," Her lips curved into a smile as she glanced over to the kittens, and she paused before adding, "It looks like you could use an extra set of hands too, rain or shine. Seriously, I wouldn't offer if I didn't want to help."

[senseiofthesea]

"Uchiha-sama?" The tone was questioning, but he was rather certain that he had the right person. He had cause to see the man more often than most parents if only because once his son graduated from his class, he still had other clan children coming through that he needed to keep an eye on.

That wasn't to say he'd seen him any time recently though, and he came to stand by the seat that had gone long abandoned with a friendly smile. "Would you mind some company?"

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku turned his head from the rain watching. He recognized the voice. Sasuke's Academy teacher, one who was still alive and teachingso one Fugaku still dealt with. After all, the future of the Uchiha clan was his concern (since neither of his children seemed very concerned with it at all), and Fugaku had a particular...knack for making Uchiha children behave a little better.

Not to say the Uchiha children were worse behaved their other children (okay, perhaps, they certainly seemed to catch more things and classmates n fire).

Fugaku had been doing just fine without any company, but he grunted. Brooding over Sasuke and Itachi's lack of children wouldn't make one appear. "You can sit down if you want." Fugaku had never been a fount of politeness.

[senseiofthesea]

He didn't mind. He was well used to the man's brisk manner, and after having been Itachi's teammate, then teaching Sasuke? He had more than his fair share of exposure to the man. He settled into the seat and gave him another bright smile before turning to put in his order so he could give the man his full attention, observing the goods, and animals, scattered about his person.

"If I may ask, is Mikoto-sama the cause of your current predicament?"

[notveryspecial]

Fun fact: Sakura had absolutely no idea what Fugaku Uchiha looked like. She knew what Mikoto Uchiha looked like, but for some reason (probably that she didn't concern herself with Uchiha affairs when she could help it) she'd never encountered Fugaku before. It was ultimately a matter of necessity that the girl in the pink braid ended up taking the unoccupied portion of the bench. The tea shop had become unbearably cramped by the time she passed it by, and the rain was beginning to get so heavy that it was in danger of compromising the wax seal coating the large scroll she carried.

Although it slowed her down, it was better to wait for the rain to pass than to fail to deliver important documents in a state that would actually be usable because she continued through the rain when there was shelter she could have used.

She recognized his features as both Uchiha and old, but the idea of sitting next to an unpleasant man was more favorable than the loud and rowdy people who were the only other places she could try to sit and wait for the storm to pass with.

She was careful to sit on the far end so that there was a respectful distance between she and the Uchiha already occupying it, but otherwise she didn't bother to ask permission. Asking permission opened up the possibility of sitting elsewhere or standing, and she wished to do neither.

She did glance at the kittens in his lap and basket briefly when she sat, carefully arranging the scroll so that it wouldn't crease or crumple under its own weight over however long it would take for the rain to pass...but she did at least make no attempt at conversation.

That would probably have been awkward.

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku hoped the hair was natural, then that seemed a cruel thing to hope someone's hair was pink and decided it would be better if it were an unfortunate fashion choice. Was dyeing hair now a thing for kids? If it were, he was sure someone in his clan would complain about it to him soon.

Speaking of complaining, he owed Obito a letter about some new policies the ancients of the clan wanted him to write. As clan head, they thought that was Fugaku's job. Fugaku wondered if Obito just burned Fugaku's letters the second they arrived. If Fugaku had something very important to talk to Obito about, he lectured in person.

Fugaku barely felt the pad of kitten feet on his leg before the tiny kitten was off on the bench and marching up to the girl, calling loudly for attention and possibly food.

[notveryspecial]

...As it happened, her hair was natural. She'd gotten into quite a bit of trouble over the color of it during her lifetime, but it seemed untrue to herself to dye it into a more natural color, and she wouldn't have known which color to choose even if she wanted to.

For the most part, she'd determined to ignore the man sitting near to her and his animals. It was next to impossible to ignore a loud kitten approaching her, however. Perhaps it wasn't impossible...but she didn't expect the cat to be awake or friendly when she sat, and so the sudden meowing caught her by surprise.

She glanced down at the tiny thing in surprise for just a moment, before reaching out to stroke the soft fur on its head with two fingers in response to its approach. Was it rude to touch his kitten without permission? Possibly, but he should have controlled it better, in that case. That seemed reasonable to her, at least.

Although she did speak after a moment, it was to the kitten, and still not to the man. "...If you continue to make so much noise, you'll wake your sibling."

OMF--- lmfao Fugaku with kittens!

[shunshinoshishi]

If there was one other person besides Fugaku's immediate family who's gotten used to that grumpy face, it was Shisui. The shop sure was crowded, and, admittedly, he'd spotted the empty seat but had sort of craned his neck to try and find a different one. Ahem. But it wasn't like he was avoiding his uncle altogether.

Just... you know. It wouldn't be the most pleasant sort of company to be keeping.

So he slips next to him, arms crossed on the table, and glances over at whatever Fugaku's hand was doing under the table.

....

Wait what?!

"Is that what I think it is?" And, as an afterthought: "Good evening, Sir."

every grumpy old man needs kitten

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku's frown deepened.

"I hope that's not how you greet your elders." As much as he'd had Shisui in his house and life as the boy was growing up, he reserved the right to lecture Shisui on his lapse of manners whenever he wanted to.

"It is a kitten." At least, Fugaku was hoping that was what Shisui was assuming it was.

Why didn't Fugaku pick kitten therapy earlier D8 [1/2]

[shunshinoshishi]

"Oh no, no." Just waving dismissively at the suggestion. "No. Just you." ...Sorry.

Well, to be honest, he wasn't entirely sure what Fugaku expected him to say in greeting besides a rather polite 'good evening'. 'Hello, most honorable Uncle and leader of our most prestigious Clan. Would it be alright if I sat next to you this ... not-so-fine evening?'

Then again, Shisui was always rather casual with Itachi's family.

"I know-- But why is it in your lap?" When did anything or anyone, besides Mikoto, work up the balls to sit in Fugaku's lap?

[2/2] :V

[shunshinoshishi]

Hold on just a second-- did he just sense movement elsewhere? Leaning back just a bit, Shisui spots the basket with another kitten curled up in it. Aha!

He quirks an eyebrow, eyeing the contents of the basket in suspicion, and then moving that same suspicious gaze over to Fugaku.

"Did you and Aunty Miko get into a fight?"

EVERYONE GOT TO DAD BEFORE I COULD??????

[not_thedragon]

"Hoderi -- that's not food!" Sasuke's voice cut through the rain before Sasuke himself did, diving after a juvenile goshawk that burst through the door with claws outstretched for the kitten in the basket. He tackled the bird just in time, taking a wing to the face before wrestling the disappointed animal back onto his shoulder, keeping one feathery leg in his grip.

"Just because it's lying around doesn't mean you can eat it," he scolded, peering down at the basket and the kitten to make sure it wasn't anything but frightened. He turned to the man whose basket it was, an apology on his lips --

Only for the words to die in his throat as his face went pale.

"Father," he managed. "I'm --" He paused, voice shrinking. "Sorry?"

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku had been moving to kick the basket and kitten under the bench when the whatever was streaking towards it was captured. Old he was, but Fugaku still had the Sharingan, and he could track quick movements like that.

Oddly, Fugaku recognized Sasuke by his hands.

Fugaku straightened and looked up at his son, frowning a little at Sasuke's expression. "I hope your summons haven't been eating Megumi-san's cats." Personally Fugaku thought the woman was senile and blind enough she couldn't tell her hoard of felines apart, but what mattered was she thought someone was stealing her cats, and if she decided it was Sasuke's summons...

People did not live that long by being nice and companionable.

[not_thedragon]

There was something about Fugaku's presence that always meant Sasuke had the distinct urge to straighten his shirt and try to flatten down his untameable hair, but with Hoderi still shuffling impatiently on his shoulder and both of them soaked by the rain, there was no way to look anything close to the presentable that a son of the Uchiha clan should have in public. Still, Sasuke's spine stiffened on instinct when he was addressed with ...

A statement that made him blink at first. "No, of course --"

He paused, then directed an accusing look at one of Hoderi's golden eyes. "Of course not, right?"

The chick rumbled deep in its throat before butting the side of his head. They were young enough that human speech was still coming slowly to their inhuman vocal chords, but the answer was satisfying enough that Sasuke could turn back to his father, somewhat relieved. "No, Father. I'm usually with them if they're outside."

There was another moment's pause before he clarified, uncertain if Fugaku was actually aware of the unexpected menagerie that had taken residence under his roof: "There are three of them in total, but none of them have taken a cat that I've seen."

(( given up on firstborn hmm? ))

[uchihasavior]

"Father." He greets with trained respect, though his gaze is trained on the basket at his father's feet, and its contents. Mother has a lot to do with this.
After bowing his head shortly, he quietly takes a seat beside him, almost offering to take the kitten off of his hands. He doesn't seem too thrilled.

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku isn't exactly surprised Itachi comes ghosting out of nowhere, unlooked for and unannounced. his oldest is rather like a cat himself, coming and going on his own schedule.

"Itachi." Fugaku gave his son a little nod and handed over the fussing kitten. "I wasn't aware you were in Konoha."

h-hello fugaku-san...

[ninjaindianajones]

The tea shop happened to have some cute pastries in the display, that's why Mika had stepped in just minutes before the rain started. Not wanting to get soaked and having no place in particular to go she stayed by the counter to enjoy her coffee. Someone had over-roasted the beans so it was a little bitter. Despite not being one to add cream or sugar the woman put a few drops in to cover the tang. Not getting coffee here again.

With so many people also coming in Mika began looking around at everyone. People watching was kind of her thing. She'd make up stories about each stranger. Their names, hobbies, jobs--

A familiar face made Mika pull back slightly. Oh shit, it was Fugaku. She'd never gotten along with him, having the look of a thug with her piercings and tattoo. It didn't help that she was friendly with Itachi either. The old man probably thought she'd corrupt him or something.

Mika should have moved out of view but it was too late. They made eye contact. Her mouth turned into an awkward smile but there wasn't an attempt at moving. Nope she'll just sit here and be awkward by herself. That was before...she saw a fuzzy little kitten sleeping in a basket by Fugaku. Oh no. Not cats. Her greatest weakness.

The temptation to go look was strong, Mika had actually stood up halfway. It was so cute! Wait, no, she wasn't...but little cat... Mika was so torn.

[disgruntledmountain]

It took Fugaku a moment to recognize the girl, but he did recognize. He gave her a terse, if polite nod and intended to go back to rain watching, but the girl started this odd dance of hesitation, like she couldn't decide if she should come over or not.

Since she associated with Itachi, on the off chance she had some kind of news or concern about his eldest, Fugaku sighed to himself and waved her over.

sorry I just Hyuuga Uchiha lulz

[heavenly_earth]

There was nothing quite like walking into a shop and seeing the head of a prominent clan sitting at one of the tables and clearly bent on taking up the whole bench. More surprising than that however, was the kitten in his lap. With absolutely no room to even begin thinking about posing a query to the Uchiha patriarch, Neji nodded a perfectly normal acknowledgement then turned his attention from the man to the much simpler task of getting a nice, warm cup of tea.

The rain that blew through was chilling in the wake of the wind that followed, and Neji counted himself lucky, drowned as he felt, that he'd found this shop to wait the majority of it out in because despite keeping his shivering under relative control, no shinobi was actually immune to cold. It seemed he wasn't the only one to think so, if the crowded shop was any indication.

Neji accepted his tea with a murmur of thanks and far be it for him to impose himself on a Clan Head, Neji moved to lean against the back wall to nurse it. That he managed to give Fugaku a respectable amount of distance was a considerable bonus, and the hard frown in his expression made him wonder if all Clan Heads developed that particular expression for a reason. Hiashi was certainly no friendlier in manner. Not that he was looking- or appeared to be anyway. The benefit of Hyuuga's blank eyes was a distinct inability to see where their attention was focused.

The kitten however, had no such reservations and stared straight at him in what appeared to be some measure of deep offense. Like it could sense the buckets of rainwater soaked into his clothing and saturated his hair.

Peace and a strained silence seemed to stretch between them and Neji wondered if it might be more polite to say something. He banished the idea within moments and decided to maintain his silence, because as foreboding as Fugaku seemed, he had no connection or real obligation to the man- beyond perhaps being partially responsible for Sasuke being hungover some days.

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku noted the Hyuuga that came through the door. They all looked unfortunately alike, really. Fugaku wasn't really friendly with the Hyuuga on principle, but avoiding the impression of snubbing people in other clans was always a good idea, so he returned the civil nod and went back to watching the rain.

The kitten did not. It was so intent on something it hard started purring. Fugaku looked down at it and found it was staring intently across the room at the Hyuuga. Fugaku glanced at the Hyuuga, and found nothing amiss. It was the most alert Fugaku had seen the ball of fluff since it had been sold to him.

Fugaku glanced at the other kitten, but it had vanished. Fugaku looked around, hopefully discretely, and found it was indeed gone. No trace of foot prints or anything.

For her part, the kitten was wending her way through the forest of legs, feet and tables, until she saw an interesting motion. Dripping water. With all the fury and claws of a small hunter, she pounced for them.

[thelittleprincess]

Ami entered the teashop with a basket of her own, filled with sewing supplies her aunt had sent her out for as an errand, as Team Shisui's training for the day had been cancelled due to the weather. It dwarfed her small frame, making her look even tinier than she usually did. The shopkeeper had given her a plastic bag to wrap her purchases in, thankfully, but Ami would just as soon wait it out rather than run back home. Especially because she wouldn't be the only one getting wet.

She saw the crest before she really nitced the nice bubble of solitude enveloping Fugaku, and for a moment she just stopped, shrinking into her high collar and all but hiding behind the basket. She was torn between her long-held admiration for the Uchiha clan as a whole and her natural aversion to social interaction as a whole. Eventually, her choice was made and she approached him.

"Excuse me, Uchiha-san," she murmured, ducking her head in a low bow and—totally by chance, of course—hiding shyly behind a wet, long curtain of blonde hair. "May I take that seat?" A ripple in her dress made her jolt, before a small calico head popped out of her collar to stare at him curiously. Ami bit her lip, hoping that the cat would draw attention away from the way her ears reddened in embarrassment. "...may we take that seat?"

[disgruntledmountain]

Fugaku watched the truly tiny girl approach, dwarfed into looking even smaller by her burden. Fugaku did have a soft spot for well behaved children. Or maybe it was for well behaved people in general. When they weren't psychopaths, they were generally more considerate of others, therefore easier to deal with. Or he was a stickler for rules and propriety and just liked manners.

Fugaku didn't quite smile as the calico kitten popped out of the girl's collar, but his lips curled just a little at the corners. Even he acknowledged that was cute. "No one else is sitting there, if you want it." Fugaku couldn't move over to make more room, but he motioned to the spot on the bench next to him.