A/N: Hello everyone! This is going to be my first fanficton series! To be honest, I haven't read Naruto for a LONG time (yes I've heard about the eventual "fate" of Neji but SHHHH) therefore there's going to be a lot of OOC-ness with both characters. This idea of a box of items came in mind and was also inspired by Why We Broke Up by Daniel Handler (Lemony Snicket) [just a heads up this is NOT a break-up story... I just thought the box of items story is interesting! I haven't read that book yet but I would recommend it to everyone!]

I hope you'll enjoy your stay and onwards!

Disclaimer: Naruto belongs to Kishimoto Masashi

5 Days, 10 Items, 2 Lovers

Chapter 1 - Introduction

It was another typical day in Konoha where everyday citizens went about with their daily routine and ninjas getting ready for their latest missions. Children running around laughing happily while some ANBU shinobi are hidden in the shadows in order to watch over the village. Despite the hustle and bustle, there are some who are relaxing.

"It seems as if we never had a vacation for a long time," Tenten remarked as she laid on her front. Neji nodded as he continued sipping his tea. The lush greenery trimmed to perfection and the blooming sakura tree grace the Hyuuga compound, creating a serene yet inviting atmosphere. Whenever they have their vacation leave, Tenten would come over as often as possible to enjoy the scenery. Of course she also comes to visit the Hyuuga prodigy as well.

"Hey, do you remember what we did a while ago?" Tenten asked nonchalantly. Neji raised an eyebrow and shook his head.

"What do you mean?" He questioned as Tenten lazily rolled onto her back. Since when did she start behaving like Shikamaru? Neji wondered as Tenten sat up and placed her hand under chin. Definitely like Shikamaru...

"I'm not too sure, it was something that had to do with a box of some sort…" Tenten furrowed her eyebrows as she began to mutter silently. "Now why do I remember this now…" Something rang in Neji's thought as he now remembered.

"Ah yes, you mean the box with various items that you told me to hold on to?" Neji inquired and Tenten, finally remembering, nodded. "I believe it's still in my room." He offered his hand as he pulled Tenten up and beckoned her to follow him into his room. After a few paces, he opened the paper doors, allowing Tenten to close them behind her. His room has always been meticulously clean and simple except as their relationship progressed, various scrolls and weaponry adorned the once-bare walls. He went to his closet and opened one of the drawers. Inside the drawer was a slightly worn oak chest adorned with an old but regal brass lock.

"I can't believe I haven't seen this chest for a while now," Tenten exclaimed as she picked the chest up and delicately wiped the dust off the top. "How do we open this again?" Neji scoffed and let a low chuckle while Tenten shot a confused look.

"You were the one who decided this yourself," Neji chuckled and pointed at Tenten's neck, "Remember how you said 'Why don't you keep the chest while I keep the key? That way we each have a fragment of the treasure.'" Neji continued to chuckle at the cheesy remark and Tenten finally realized what he meant and blushed. While her face a bit scarlet, she reached into her shirt and pulled out a key.

"I totally forgot that I have always worn this all along," Tenten sheepishly said as she slowly inserted the key into the lock. With a rusty turn, they both heard a click and lifted the cover off. Inside the chest there were various items such as photographs, letters and trinkets.

"Wow, I didn't think I would see all of this again," Tenten excitedly picked each item from the chest, "I feel as if nostalgia is coming on me now…" Neji snorted and lifted some items.

"I didn't think you would start reminiscing like an elderly, retired ninja, "Neji teased, earning a hard elbow jab from Tenten. "What? I'm speaking of the truth here…" After they removed various stacks of letters wrapped in ribbon, faded photographs and dried flowers, an idea came into Tenten's mind.

"Hey Neji, I have an idea." Tenten began cheerfully, a honey-like glow danced in her brown eyes, "why don't we pick up an item that we gave to each other and see if we can recall what's special about each item? Oh and its by rock paper scissors… loser goes first." Neji rolled his eyes but couldn't help smirking at Tenten's competitiveness.

"Sigh, why is it always you who get to make the decisions?" Neji asked as he got his hand ready, "Alright, best out of one… rock, paper, scissors!" Neji's hand was flat while Tenten's hand was in a side-ways peace sign.

"Haha you go first!" Tenten happily beamed as Neji sighed and repositioned himself in the traditional Japanese seiza position.

"So, which one should we start first?" Neji asked as he reached in to pull out an item.

A/N: Well, what did you guys think? I was thinking of making this an interactive fanfic but then because I have university to deal with right now (a.k.a wrapping up for Finals and Essay Season == ) I decided to pick the items myself. (sorry! ==) I hope you have enjoyed this chapter and please let me know what you think about this fanfic by reviewing or messaging me!

Terms:

Seiza – the tradition Japanese sitting position where one sits on their knees