This is gonna be a NejiTen fan fic. It's about how Neji and Tenten exchange letters while Neji's away from Konoha. I hope it's worth a review!
Disclaimer: Neji and Tenten would end up together if I owned Naruto.
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Tenten stretched her arms as she yawned. She sat up and looked at the clock. 5:02 a.m. She woke up way too early.
Today was going to be different, definitely.
Tenten looked at the empty portion of the king-size bed. It's been like that since he left. Usually, she'd shake him awake until he finally got up and kissed her good morning.
But not today… and not in a while.
Getting off her bed, Tenten sighed. 'You just had to leave, Neji…' she thought to herself, 'You just had to leave…'
She headed for the bathroom, fixed her buns and put her clothes on. She glanced at herself in the mirror and examined her features: her eyes were still a little red from crying last night.
Gloomily, Tenten went down the stairs and headed for the kitchen. If it was an ordinary day, she'd reach for the pan and cook bacon and eggs for her husband but since he wasn't even in the village, she just sat there and buried her face in her hands.
'Why'd you have to go, Neji? You left me alone…'
She recalled the moment that took him away from her:
"Hyuga Neji and Hyuga Tenten, I presume?" the Anbu asked at the door.
Neji nodded as he held the door ajar. Tenten stood beside him, eager to know the Anbu's news.
Neji and Tenten got married only three months ago and moved into the Hyuga Manor. It was just an ordinary Wednesday morning until the Anbu appeared at their door.
"I… have some terrible news," the Anbu said, looking down.
Neji's brow furrowed while Tenten's eyes widened, "What is it?" Neji firmly asked, demanding that the Anbu speak up.
"A conflict between the Main Branch Hyugas and a neighboring village's clan rose." The Anbu read from a scroll, "They are asking for your presence, Neji-sama." (A/C: I don't know what they use in place of 'Mr.' if it's 'sama' or 'kun' or whatever…)
Neji flinched, "I'm not a Main Branch member…"
Tenten could feel Neji's blood boiling. She patted his arm and waited for him to relax.
The Anbu nodded and said, "That is quite understood," he went on, "But your presence is requested by Lady Hinata herself. She says that you will help fix the conflict…"
"No…" Neji refused, "I'm not going to leave the village."
The Anbu rolled the scroll and protested, "But it's an important matter. War might break between the two villages."
The Hyugas exchanged glances. Tenten firmed her grip on Neji's arm and shook her head, almost pleading him not to go.
"Tenten," he whispered, "If I don't go, things might get worst. I don't want anyone hurt… especially you."
Neji faced the Anbu and finally said, "I'll go."
Her sobs grew louder. It echoed through the empty house. "Neji…" she muttered, sniffing, "I miss you so much… It's only been a week… And I already miss you…"
She hiccupped and choked on her tears. She lifted her head and wiped away the tears. She stood up and made herself a cup of coffee. When the drink met her lips, she drew away and placed the cup on the table. It just wasn't the same without him.
Bringing the full cup of coffee with her, Tenten wearily walked to the living room and sat herself down on the couch. She took the remote and clicked the television on.
Suddenly, she saw Neji's face flash across the screen.
'Neji?!'
It was the News channel and there was a broadcast on the Hyuga clan's conflict, the very same conflict Neji was involved in.
"Last night, Hyuga heirs Hinata and Neji negotiated with the opposing clan of their conflict and ended in vain. The fight has involved even those who weren't Main Branch members, especially Neji Hyuga. A death threat has been declared on Hinata and Neji by the opposing clan. This has not been proven to be true or if…"
Tenten didn't want to hear more. Now, there was a death threat on Neji. What if that death threat was eventually carried out? She'll never see Neji again!
She slammed her hand onto a cushion and broke down again. She wanted Neji home now. She wanted to hold him close again and never let him go. If she could, she'd go to the village of the conflict and just take him home.
'Neji…' Tenten thought, crying, 'I want you back now…'
Tenten heard the mailbox creak open and then slammed shut. She knew the mail has arrived.
Leaving the cup of coffee on the floor, Tenten went out of the house and inspected the mailbox. There was only one letter inside. It was a white envelope and in the middle was written:
'Hyuga Tenten'
Curious, Tenten tore it open and unfolded a letter. The penmanship was legible even if the writer was obviously in a rush. Not knowing who it was from, Tenten read it:
Tenten,
It's been a week since I left to help the conflict cease. Obviously, our efforts are almost useless. Everyday, Hinata and I have to face insults and threats, accusations and confrontations. All those words shot at me are all bearable.
What's unbearable is being away from you.
We're so far apart, Tenten, having you back there in Konoha and being here in the Land of the Mists. I can't sleep at night, thinking if you're alright there. How are you doing, by the way? I'm not doing well. You know why? It's because I miss you.
I miss your tender wake up call and I miss your presence beside me during those cold nights in my room. I hardly have breakfast anymore. I can't think straight. If you watch the news, you'd always find me there, frowning and sometimes, fuming mad.
But, don't worry so much about me. I'll be okay, trust me. Think of yourself right now. You have to be strong, Tenten. Actually, you're already strong. I should know… I married you because of that.
I hope you're not crying yourself to sleep, but I admit that I do. I regret going here. But it's for the better. I'll be home soon, you'll see.
Take care, Tenten. I love you.
Love,
Neji
Tenten folded the letter back and smiled. She was glad Neji wrote to her. She was getting so worried. Hugging the letter, Tenten walked back into the Hyuga Manor, tears in her eyes.
But, this time, they were tears of joy.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXThanks for reading this. Next chapter has Tenten's point of view and Tenten's letter. Will update soon!