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"I'm home,” you call out as you shut the door behind you.
Kagura runs up to you and says "Anego, Gin-chan won't give me money to buy sukonbu even though he said he would. I need it to give to Soyo chan tonight when I sleepover".
You let out an annoyed sigh and set your grocery bags down. "Kagura-chan how many times do I have to tell you, never trust a word out of his mouth."
"Shut up hag," Gintoki calls from the sofa. He walks towards you and Kagura, picking his nose. An arrogant look settles on his face as he explains "Gin-chan works hard for his money, he shouldn't have to give it all to some snot-nosed brat who lives here for free. Also I went to Pachinko yesterday feeling lucky but It didn’t work out. Lady luck is cruel, welcome to adulthood, nothing ever goes your way". He flicks a booger towards Kagura, as insults and fists are exchanged between them.
You roll your eyes and hand Kagura some money. "Here Kagura-chan, take this to buy yourself some sukonbu and anything else you need for tonight."
Kagura gleams and snatches the money out of your hand. "Anego, I don't know what you see in Gin-chan. Mami always said that a woman’s best years are when she is still young. Don't waste time with this old man."
You sigh and say "Yes but then who would take care of you?" and pat her head as she rushes out the door. Why do you stay with such a lazy, gambling addict, nose-picking man?
Gintoki yawns and scratches the back of his head. He picks up the grocery bags and starts to put things away in the kitchen. Thank you for taking care of us.
He puts together a plate of rice and curry and sets it on the table before placing the empty pots in the sink. “It was too spicy for any of us to eat, I don’t know why you like this you freak. There’s too much left, so you’ll just have to finish it all.” He pulls back your chair and you sit and eat as he takes a seat next to you. Please take care of yourself. I care about you.
“How did the roof patching job go yesterday? With Shinpachi and Kagura?” Were they okay? Were you?
Gintoki shrugged. “Those brats were lively as ever, it’s a wonder we still get hired anywhere with them causing a ruckus. At least we got it done in time.” We are all okay. They are really growing up.
You finished the rest of your meal in a comfortable quiet, with the TV on in the background. Gintoki stayed seated by you, half interested in whatever commercial was playing. After you finished, you immediately started cleaning the table and the kitchen. “Why are you sitting around, don’t you have to set up for that job tomorrow?” Thank you for taking care of me. I hope I’m not a burden.
Gintoki stood and yawned while going to sit on the couch, eyes fixed on you. “Shut up, don’t nag me woman. A man never likes to be nagged.” I like being with you.
You finish up the dishes and dry your hands before sitting next to him. He casually throws an arm behind you, resting at the top of the sofa. He looks you in your eyes and says “You’re lucky Shinpachi and Kagura like you so much, I would have kicked you to the curb a while ago.” We all like being with you.
You leaned into him, resting your head on his shoulder. “Who says I want to be here anymore? I only stay for them anyway, I know you're too irresponsible to be an actual adult.” Thank you for accepting me into your family.
He wraps his arms around your waist and pulls you into his lap. He buries his head into the crook of your neck. Please stay.
You gently lift his head and cup his face in your hands, caressing his cheeks. You can see the fondness in his eyes and a soft smile on his face, no subtext needed. You kiss his forehead before he buries himself again, and your hands busy themselves with his hair. Always.
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He moves his hands up and down your sides before resting on your hips. He places soft kisses along your shoulder. You pull away slightly to turn back and quirk an eyebrow at him. He clears his throat. "Shinpachi went home for the day." ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
You turn around to straddle his lap and face him. Your hands drift from holding his face to rubbing his broad chest. You smirk. "And Kagura-chan is with the Himesama." ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)