Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto

Written by: Moon's Phantom38

Couple: Akimichi Choji x Hyuuga Hinata

Notes: I like unusual pairings and believe that anyone can make it work. The harder you work for something, the greater reward you'll reap and it's the same with relationships. This pair had also been stuck in my head for awhile, years actually but other pairings got in the way or I'd get distracted. Also because of the challenge I've set for myself; Hinata pairings with the chapters and stories that all start with a certain letter. As you see, this a 'J' kinda story. Many won't even read this because it's Choji x Hinata, its not about the views and all that for me. I enjoy writing and unusual romance [unlikely pairings].

Jam

Chapter One: Jelly

She wrinkled her nose in disgust once the nurse turned her back and resisted the urge to poke at the…mess was putting it nicely. She wanted to childishly make faces at the nurse's back, especially since the women gave it to her with a smile. A smile! Could she not see how it looked? Surely she did, yet she gave it to the injured shinobi anyway. Her job was to be caring but she goes and this! Why, nurse-san, why?

She frowned at herself.

She didn't normally behave this way, it must be the medication.

Laughter filtered into the bland room and she glanced up to see the heir of the Akimichi, Choji walk in. His beady eyes shone in amusement and he presented her with a basket of fruit as he approached, her mouth watered. He was always so kind, she thought and happily gestured for him to make himself comfortable. Her sigh was one of relief when he thoughtfully moved the stuff away, fruit basket replacing it. "Arigatō, Choji-san."

The large male chuckled again, grabbing an apple and began peeling the skin for her. She blushed at how considerate he was being, it felt nice to be treated like this. Though she was well-aware, he did this for Ino too. He shook his head, speaking. "Don't worry about it, that stuff is terrible. No matter how much I complained, they refuse to listen to me. Disappointing really."

She giggled, of course he'd complain. He finished peeling the apple and cut it, offering her it to her. Graciously she took it and began to nibble, watching him as he suddenly reached into a bag he'd brought with. He pulled out a cup of jelly, grinning widely and put on the hospital tray. She merely blinked.

He shrugged, avoiding her gaze. A little flustered. "I…I'm not sure what to do, Hinata. You've treated so well after the situation I forced us into on our mission. I shouldn't have just taken over."

Gently, she touched his forearm and met his gaze. She hadn't expected everything that had happened to, well, happen but she wasn't upset over it and understood why he put them in that situation. It hadn't been ideal or what their mission required of them, in fact they'd done more than what they had been supposed to. She admired how far he was willing to go for their village, he had some intense loyalty there. There wasn't any need to be so remorseful. "It's okay, Choji-san, you did it for the mission. I understand."

"No, I-"

"Aneki! You're okay!" Her younger sister, Hanabi squealed and launched herself onto the bed. She laughed as her sister's nuzzling and tight squeezing, biting back a groan of pain. It still hurt. Choji chuckled and pulled her back, eyeing her over the girl's head. "I'm glad you're okay!"

"I need to get going, see ya, Hinata."Choji stated loudly over her sister's yelling and waved as he exited the room. She waved back, wondering vaguely what he was going to say however quickly forgot when her former teammates and cousin walked in. They, thankfully, greeted her more calmly.

A/N

Thank you!

Moon's Phantom38