Wounded
Edit: Okay, I went through and edited all my NejiTenten fics for Neji's B-day. Happy B-day Neji!
Disclaimer: Yes I own Naruto, in my dreams. Don't own Wounded either.
Summary: Song fic to GC's, Wounded. Tenten's parents die, Neji makes her feel better. Neji/Ten, one shot. R&R
A/N: Aoi: I've wanted to write this fic since I first heard this song on my CD. Flame me and I'll send Roy Mustang hearteyesand my ninja allies to destroy you! All I have to say for that is… MWHAHAHAHA!
Tenten sat in her house, with her back against the glass door that led to the balcony. Her teammates would be wondering where she was. Time to dry her eyes and go out into the cruel world. Only six hours ago she had been told she was an orphan. Six whole hours of sitting and crying.
Tenten wasn't one to cry, but who wouldn't at a time like this?
Lost and Broken
Hopeless and Lonely
She got up and got ready for training. Wiping her eyes and putting on a cover up smile.
Smilin' on the Outside
And Hurt Beneath my Skin
As she went out the door, she was greeted by the bright, cheerful sun. It blinded her.
My Eyes Are Fadin'
My Soul is Bleeding
"Stupid sun, you supposed to be sad," she muttered.
I Try to Make it Seem OK
But my Faith is Wearin' Thin
She walked only slightly slower than normal, the last thing she wanted was attention and sympathy.
So Help me Heal These Wounds
They've Been Open for Way to Long
"TENTEN! It's nice to see you!" shouted a certain bowl haired sensei.
"Tenten, oh beautiful flower! We were scared you were sick!" yelled his ever-faithful student.
"Hey," muttered Neji.
"Hey everyone," she replied. "Sorry I'm late. I… uh… wasn't feeling well."
"Well, let's enjoy this glorious, and youth filled day with laps!" yelled Gai. Tenten groaned, Lee shouted "YEAH!" and Neji was silent.
Help me Fill This Hole
Even Though This is Not Your Fault
After the laps came sparring. Lee vs. Gai, Neji vs. Tenten.
"Tenten, that's the third time," said Neji, not even moving to dodge her kunai attack.
'How is he always so calm?' She thought.
"Yes Tenten! What is wrong? Has someone stolen your youth?" shouted Lee.
"Is that even possible," she muttered. "No I'm fine, just… umm… tired," she grabbed another kunai. "Come on." The three boys looked at each other as she walked away.
"I think something is wrong with Tenten," Gai whispered.
"Yes Gai-sensei! And I know what will cheer her up!" Lee almost shouted.
"Go forth, Lee, and make me proud!"
"Gai-sensei!"
"Lee!"
"Gai-sensei!"
"Lee!"
Neji almost puked as they hugged under their fake sunset.
Tenten walked back in. "Are you guys coming- oh, have I come at a bad time?"
Neji nodded.
That I'm Open and I'm Bleeding
All Over Your Brand New Rug
""Err… Let's go Neji," she said grabbing his hand. It felt warm. Blushing, she let go.
"Tenten, are you okay?" he asked, seeing the slight red tent in her cheeks.
And I Need Someone
To Help me Sew Them Up
"Yeah," she lied. "I'm fine"
He looked at her. "If there's something you want to say, you can tell me."
I Only Wanted a Magazine
I Only Wanted a Movie Screen
"I know," she replied, not looking at him.
"Tenten-"
"YOSH! Tenten! Do you like my new outfit?" yelled Lee, popping out of nowhere in a purple and pink polka dot spandex.
"Oh god. LEE!" she muttered the first part, but the last came out in a scream.
"Yes, Tenten?" Lee asked.
"Take my advice, green is your color," she said looking away.
I Only Wanted the Life I'd
Read About and Dreamed
"And the pink?" Neji muttered.
"What was that, Neji?" he shouted.
"Nothing," he replied.And Now my Mind is an Open Book
And Now my Heart is an Open Wound
"Right! Gai-sensei!" he shouted going off to look for our favorite furry-eye browed sensei.
And Now my Life is an Open Soul
For All to See
"Rrright," said Tenten. She turned to see the sun going down. "Umm… Neji, it's getting late, I'm going home." With that she walked away.
Neji turned away and started to pick up his things, when he noticed she had left her bag. So, being the good friend he is, he'd take her bag to her.
But Help me Heal These Wounds
They've Been Open for Way to Long
"Tenten," he called knocking on her door. No answer.
"Tenten! Open up!" Still no reply.
"Tenten, I'm coming in," he said taking the key hidden in the flowerpot, and letting himself in.
Help me Fill This Hole
Even Though This is Not Your Fault
Tenten was upstairs, in her bathroom, holding a kunai. Thinking whether to end her life or not. She had heard Neji, but decided that by the time he found her it wouldn't matter. But she couldn't do it.
That I'm Open and I'm Bleeding
All Over Your Brand New Rug
Neji went up stairs towards her room. He had never realized how quiet her house was, without her parents. That's when it occurred to him, her parents were supposed to be back by now.
And I Need Someone to Help me
"Tenten! Where are you?" he called opening the door to her room. He saw her standing in the bathroom holding the kunai, shaking and crying.
"Tenten," he said, slowly walking towards her. "What are you doing?" his voice was shaking slightly.
She didn't answer
"Tenten?"
"I'm sorry, Neji," she said quietly, tears streaming down her face.
"I'm sorry, for being annoying, for yelling at you, for everything."
He took a step towards her. "Tenten, set the kunai down."
"Good bye Neji," she said. "I just wanted to say, I love you."
With that said she raised the kunai to her throat.
So you Come Along
I Push you Away
"Tenten! Stop!" he screamed, but she didn't hear it. She felt the cold blade against her skin, a small trickle of blood roll down her neck, and the warm hand that grabbed her wrist, stopping her from causing any more harm.
Neji pulled the kunai out of her hand as she slid to the floor, dropped it, and bent down and wrapped his arms around her as she began to sob.
Then Kick and Scream
For you to Stay
"I'm sorry," she sobbed into his chest. "I'm so emotional, you must think I'm a total idiot."
"No, Tenten. I know exactly how you feel. And if you ever feel sad or lonely again, I'll always be here for you."
'Cause I Need Someone to Help me
Oh, I Need Someone to Help me
"Thanks, Neji," she said, drying her eyes and looking up to meet hes. Only to be greeted by his lips softly, pressing against hers. When they pulled away, they continued hugging, until Tenten fell asleep.
To Help me Heal These Wounds
They've Been Open for Way to Long
Help me Fill This Hole
Even Though This is Not Your Fault
That I'm Open
And I'm Bleeding
All Over Your Brand New Rug
And I Need Someone to Help me Sew Them
I Need Someone to Help me Fill Them
I Need Someone to Help me Close Them Up
Fin