Chapter One
A loud bark and a quiet relieved sigh attracted Kiba's attention as he opened his eyes. There hovering in front of him was Hinata, Kurenai-sensei, Shino and Sakura. Not understanding what was going on, Kiba tried to sit up.
"No!" The air was knocked right out of his lungs as Kiba met the ground yet again.
"Kiba, please, refrain from sitting up, and or moving around. Even though you are healing, your injuries can still become worse." Sakura gazed down at her friend with concern. Kiba felt his heart shatter at the worry that decorated his companions faces.
"Luckily Sakura-chan was nearby when we were ambushed." Kurenai pushed her hair out of her eyes as she gave her student a small smile. "But for now, just rest. We have everything covered."
Akamaru feeling a little left out butted Kiba gently. Gazing at his companion, Kiba scratched the dog behind its ears. Turning his head, Kiba saw Hinata walking over to him. She was carrying a container filled with food. Gazing at his teammate, Kiba noticed that her expression was mixed. Why was she so worried about him?
"Kiba-kun, would y-you like so-ome food or water?" Hinata's stuttering was nearly gone; it was only when she was under stress that it came back.
"Water and a sandwich, please." Hinata handed her squad-mate the items he wanted. "Thanks Hina-chan." Hinata blushed cutely at her nickname.
Sakura rifled through her medic-pouch looking for her bandages. As soon as she found them, she made her way to Kiba. With a gentle hand, she helped the dog-shinobi lean against a rock so she could check his wounds.
Night had fallen rather quickly as Shino appeared from the trees with his swarm of insects. Kiba felt a bang of irritation flash through him as he couldn't read the bug-man's expressions. With a soft sigh, Kiba let himself drift off to sleep, all the while hoping he could recover faster.
Hinata felt her face flame as she thought about her crush on Kiba. He had his dog like ways, pure ruthlessness, but yet he still had a sweet side. Hinata sat on a rock as she bathed in the hot spring.
As Hinata settled into the water, she let her mind wander into random thoughts. Hinata couldn't help but feel jealous, Sakura-chan had Sasuke-san, Naruto-kun had Ino-san, but in the end, who did she have? Hinata wasn't as bold as her female friends, there was no was she could tell Kiba her feelings. That would nearly kill her if he found out about it.
With a large stretch, Hinata got out of the spring and dressed. Hinata walked back into the camping hoping she could help Sakura with dinner. As she made her way to give Kiba his dinner, the gentle fist user noticed how his dark brown hair was gently laying on his cheek. A vicious flush arose on her face as Hinata woke Kiba up so he could eat.
Kiba's dream was shattered as he woke up. Man, he was so close to catching that steak too… Ah well, there in front of him, on the plate, was meat, veggies and bread. The meat was so close to rare, he was in heaven.
From Kiba's place, he noticed that Sakura had a faraway expression. She must be thinking about Sasuke. The dog shinobi felt his eyes flutter shut as he made himself swear he would tell Hinata how he felt.
Yet the thought of going through Neji in order to date the lavender eyed girl made him nervous. Kiba had seen the brunette in his protective state. He was a complete jerk. Maybe Hinata's father would understand… Hopefully.
Morning came around as Sakura woke up. Upon quietly moving around, Sakura left in search of herbs for healing salve. By the time she returned, everyone was awake and moving, even Kiba… Well to a certain degree that was.
Sakura gazed at Kiba's stomach wound. It was a giant hole with slightly burned edges. Hinata handed over the salve to the pink medic. Kiba tried to edge away from the cool gel. Sakura merely stilled the teen.
Kurenai stared into the forest as she began to make hand signs. "Mind Contact Jutsu." Kurenai felt her spirit sore through the landscape as she looked for the person she needed.
Kakashi Hatake nearly doubled over as he felt a deep pain in his skull. "Kurenai, warn me next time." Kakashi rubbed his throbbing temples.
"Sorry, but I need your help. Tell Tsunade-sama to send a squad to our location. One of my pupils is hurt and need medical attention." Kakashi flew up from his seat and jumped out his window.
"Alright, in less than five hours you will have some help." The connection ended as Kakashi appeared in the Hokage's office.
End
A/n: Thanks for reading! A review would be great. And if you could give me any suggestions on to improve this chapter, that'd be great as well. I hoped you enjoyed!