Another Haku and Zabuza fan-fiction. This is something that I'm testing and hoping that you'll like. Please let me know how it is. -sorrowXdarkness

Chapter 1

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Haku finally convinced his parents of his choice of appearance. Today would mark the first day that he would walk outside while wearing his choice of clothing. For months, he argued with them that he preferred to wear dresses rather than jeans and shirts; skirts instead of jeans. They were against it naturally because of the gender norm that existed in their society. They explained to him of the consequences that may transpire if he were to choose that route.

"Father and mother, I thank you for your concern and I know you guys are looking out for my best interest, but this is what I want. No matter what the consequences may be, this is who I am." Haku said that night. They submitted to his wish. The next morning, he woke up early and prepared himself for the day. He knew what to wear as he took the time to figure it out the same night he got his parent's approval. Minutes went by as he stared at himself in the mirror. He wanted everything to be perfect before meeting up with him. Before going to bed, he texted to his friend of how he wanted to see him already. They knew each other for years though mostly through online chat boxes. They met only a handful of times because of his friend's father job as a merchant.

Fortunately fate was on their side because his friend's father decided to settle down in a more permanent area and it turned out to be in the same town as Haku's. Tomorrow would be when they agreed to meet each other by the mall. Despite living in the same town, they were still significantly far from each other. Both of them would have to take the bus to reach the mall. When he left his house, Haku gave his farewell to his lovely and understanding parents. He knew that they were only looking out for him as his decisions may proved to be hurtful. Despite his beauty, he could not disregard the fact that he had a XY chromosome along with his male genitalia. People would find it strange for his taste of clothing if they knew the truth.

He got a text message and read that his friend Anko was on her way. Before taking the bus, he wanted one more form of reassurance. Anko was the closest female friend he had and that knew of his interests. Aside from that, she was okay with it as he looked more natural in them instead of the opposite. Despite it being winter, the temperature outside was surprisingly warm. He hoped it stayed that way because he decided to go in his sandals. He clenched his toes for a moment. He already passed by two people and they didn't seem to notice. His heart was beating a bit faster than usual as he continued walking. This novelty sensation was both alarming and exciting. He could already imagine himself going out like this without a hitch. People wouldn't mind as long as he fitted the description. Even so, it wasn't their business to know the truth. What mattered to him was everyone else that was personally connected with him. His parents were a given and as of today, were okay with it. Then it was a matter of his friends. Anko knew for a while now though by pure accident.

A few months back, he went to buy some nail polish and other cosmetic products the town next to his. What he didn't expect was to see Anko with her mother shopping in the same store. He barely registered them before escaping. Too bad he dropped his bag and a few of them rolled all over. He tried desperately to pick them up before anyone else could spot him. After a few pick-ups, his hand came to a stop when another hand appeared. He took the lipstick that the hand had and saw Anko standing there. She didn't have a disgusted look on her face. Instead, she gave him a smile. After that, Haku told Anko everything. Not everything at once though gradually. They would go out to eat once a week at the very least, and from there, he would talk about himself. He also found a few things about Anko, like how she was "fujoshi" by heart and how she kept her interests under-wrap.

He knew then that he could trust Anko with his secret. She supported him and assisted him in acquiring supplies. They would debate among themselves in what pairing seemed ideal. When he told her of his special friend that he met online, she freaked. Naturally she began to ask him questions like a journalist would though for her personal knowledge rather than the public. He answered as much as possible as he fed her desire. His special friend was a bit older though not by that much and was also male. Her head exploded as puff of smoke appeared instantly as she dropped down on his mattress. He knew that he fed her too much and that she was already imagining how things would turn out. She then pulled herself up and grabbed his arms, demanding a picture of his friend.

Too bad for her, he did not have one though he felt better knowing that she was alright with it. Everyone else were oblivious to his interests. He wasn't sure how to tell them just yet though he would figure it out soon enough. When he arrived at the bus stop, he smiled at the appearance of Anko standing there. She made it before him and was on the phone. Most likely reading another one of those yaoi fanfics she loved so much. When she noticed him, she flipped the phone close before running toward him. She was as excited as he was about today. They both agreed that she would come along in case something bad was to happen. She would be his pillar that supported him as she took a quick photograph with her mobile phone of them together. They waited for a few minutes before the bus arrived and they departed. During the bus travel, he received a text message that his friend just arrived at the mall. He replied back.

Sorry, I'm on my way right now. The bus was a little off schedule. I'll see you there soon.

-Haku

Anko saw the message before staring at Haku. Haku nodded to her as he began to take in some air before letting it out. He repeated the process until the bus arrived at its scheduled destination. Anko held his hand as she reminded him that he looked better this way and that he could do it. He thanked her for everything up until now. He only hoped that Zabuza would feel alright that the Haku he had known for many years turned out to be a boy; a boy that liked wearing girls clothes.

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The next chapter would definitely introduce Zabuza Momochi along with a few others.-sorrowXdarkness