Wow... I seriously suck. I am so on and off about writing. For the most part, I have always written Momo and Toushiro fan fics for Bleach, but I thought I would give writing one for Naruto and Hinata a shot.

It's funny to look back and read the stories I wrote a couple years ago... the only thing you realize is that your grammar sucks haha.

Anyway...

So a quick summary of the story...

It is about Hinata being put into an arranged marriage to Naruto. She at first dislikes the idea entirely, but soon finds out that there is more to Naruto than meets the eye.

DISCLAIMER: I don't own any of the characters from Naruto.

Chapter One: Walking Down an UN-chosen Path

Hyuuga Hinata sat on her bed furious as she clenched the covers. Her knuckles were white from how hard she squeezed. She was not one to really ever show such anger and disdain, but remembering what she had just heard made her despise her parents.

All her life, her parents told her she was useless, that she would never amount to anything, that she was weak, and worthy of no honor. For a long time, she pitied herself, she let them control her feeling, but as time went on, she decided that she was going to be worth something. She was going to prove herself.

But what did that matter? It felt as if she were back at square one. She was once again broken. To think that all she was worth to her parents was nothing but money. For them to just ship her off to marry some guy she didn't even know.

Hinata immediately began thinking of different options, anything, everything... but knowing that there really were none, she was defeated. She recalled what her father said to her over and over in her head.

"Hinata, look you're best tomorrow. I have come to terms with a young man who is willing to pay to marry you. You better make this work since you are otherwise useless to me."

It's as if the years of detriment were again fresh on her emotions.

The light began to fade away from the sky and the darkness began to settle in. Hinata laid silently on her bed, thinking about the day that was to come. She even began to wonder about this guy. How old was he? Old enough that he was desperate to pay for a wife? If he hadn't found one by now, maybe he was a sore sight. What if he was twenty or thirty years older than her?

The worrisome thought tormented her mind throughout the remainder of the night. She was barely able to get any sleep before one of the maids came into her room to wake her.

"Miss Hinata, it is time to rise. Your father has called for you and we must get you ready for today. He said you must look your best. Please miss." The maid begged. Opening her sleepy eyes, Hinata sighed in defeat. She almost wished that she would have never awakened from her slumber for eternity.

Like a programmed drone she sat up and let the maid drag her to the bathing room and usher her along with her daily bathing routine. She bathed, had her hair done, her makeup done, and lastly, clothes put on her. Her father demanded that she wear her nicest dress, a beautiful shade of purple, silver, and white. Her hair was done up in intricate braids, and part of her hair cascaded down her shoulders and back. Very simple, yet elegant makeup was applied consisting of natural eyeshadows, eyeliner, and mascara.

At last she was as presentable as the maids could make her. After being dressed up, she was brought to her father who awaited her in the living room.

"Sit daughter. You must not screw up is this understood? He expects out of you what even the less educated women in this world can do and I hope that you are at least competent enough to accomplish that. Do not be a burden."

Wow. If this was praise, that was the most praise on her abilities that Hinata had ever received from her father. Hinata did nothing more than reply with a nod.

"Good. Our escort awaits outside. Come." said Hiashi to his daughter. Hinata stood up and followed her father towards the exit of their mansion of a house. Old fashioned, but big with a huge garden encased in the middle of it all.

A man dressed in a kimono that is colored black with red flames awaited them. He bowed to Hiashi.

"Good morning Hyuuga-sama. This way. I shall escort you to Uzumaki-sama's palace." Said the guide.

"Very well then. Come Hinata." Replied Hiashi, and they were off. Hinata was careful to not stray too far behind, though the thoughts of escape were enticing. Hinata began to panic a little when she saw that they we headed straight to the exit of the city, however she knew better than to let her tongue go. Quietly she followed, wondering what on earth could happen next.

"I shall now escort Hinata-sama out of town. I bid you farewell Hyuuga-sama, as per my master's instructions." The servant addressed. There was a horse and carriage with the same symbols on it as was on the servant's kimono.

"Good. I shall take my leave. Goodbye daughter. I expect you to serve your husband." That was all Hiashi said to his daughter before turning and leaving without any further words to his daughter.

Hinata let herself be pulled into the carriage looking at her father. She wanted to cry at that very moment, but knew it would do nothing to change her situation.

A couple hours passed, and Hinata found herself being awoken by the servant who had led her into this carriage.

"Hinata-sama, wake up. You are to meet master Uzumaki-sama soon. Please be presentable." The servant said, a slight odd look on his face. Maybe he thought the fact that Hinata had fallen asleep was odd. She quickly tried to tidy herself up before the carriage came to a halt.

The door was opened by another servant.

"Welcome to Uzumaki mansion. This was please." The servant said, ushering for her and the other servant to exit the carriage.

"After you Hinata-sama." The servant in the carriage said. Hinata clumsily climbed out of the carriage, almost tripping flat on her face but luckily recovering in time.

"Under Uzumaki-sama's order's, I am to escort you to your new bedroom until he can personally meet with you. He is currently occupied in business." The new servant said. Hinata didn't give a response. What response was there to give? It was great to know that her future husband to be was already too busy to even see what his money had bought. Perhaps he will feel cheated of his money.

Hinata quietly followed the servant. To her astonishment, the mansion was beautifully furnished, and maybe even a little more modest than she expected it to be. For someone who had money to blow, he was beautifully plain when decorating. Well, maybe he didn't care about the decorations. He was a man after all.

It wasn't long before the servant stopped in front of beautifully carved wooden doors that again had the flames like on the servant;s kimono's, but this time a fox like animal with nine tails.

"This is your designated room for the time being. It is one of the many guest rooms that Uzumaki-sama has. If it is not to your liking, please feel free to say otherwise." The servant informed. He then opened the door to a beautiful spacious room, mostly white colored with a huge king sized bed that had a beautiful blue dragon embroidery done on it. It had dressers, a jewelry armoire, and a vanity all beautifully carved like the door, except painted white.

"I shall call on you when Uzumaki-sama is ready to meet with you." Said the servant, and with that, he bowed, leaving Hinata in the room by herself, shutting the door behind him.

Hinata just studied the surrounding around her. Eventually, she found herself making her way towards the bed, sitting on it. It was so soft and fluffy. Much softer than her bed at home. It wasn't long before she found herself lying on it and drifting off into sleep yet again. After all, she was exhausted after what had occurred in the last twenty four hours. With almost no shut eye and the emotional stress she had gone through, she was ready for a nap.

No matter how much Hinata tried to get some sleep, it never seemed to work out that well for her. It seemed as if only seconds had passed by before another servant, this time a woman, was in her room rousing her from her slumber.

"Hinata-sama, I have been asked to get you ready for dinner. You are to dine with Uzumaki-sama tonight. He unfortunately has been busy with business all day and has been unable to meet with you until now." The servant said softly. Hinata frowned. This man was interesting. She had to wonder if he pretended to be sorry about him being busy, or if it was all just an act. It was strange to her that a man would send his apologies with his servant for him being busy.

Hinata got out of her bed and went to the vanity. Hopefully her makeup was still presentable. It was a good thing that it was done simply as there were barely any marks that she had to clean up. Her hair however, was another matter. She began to undo the braids and let the hair fall with everything else that was already down. What was the point? Her hair was already messy anyway. Now it was just down, wavy on the top layer, and simple. She didn't really care.

The servant just waited for her at the door.

"I am ready." Hinata finally choked out. That's the most that she's had to say to anyone since she left. The servant just nodded and waited for her to exit the room so she could shut the door behind them.

"This way Hinata-sama. Dinner is waiting."

It was too short of a walk for Hinata's taste to the dining room. Before she knew it, the doors to the dining room were opened and her nostrils were filled with the scent of dinner. Judging by how it smelled, this man ate well.

However, nothing could have prepared her for the man who sat at the large table in front of her. Hinata's expression was that of one who was surprised.

The man who sat in front of her had deep blue eyes, he had no expression on his face really, other than it being calm, maybe even a little bit curious. He had blonde spiked hair, and a very masculine build.

To say the least, he was definitely not want Hinata expected. By the looks of it, there was no way that he was much older than herself. She didn't know what the think.

"Thank you kiku, I think I can escort Hyuuga-sama to her seat." The blonde hair man said as he stood up from his seat and walked over to where he decided Hinata would sit. The servant woman bowed and left, shutting the dining room doors after her. Hinata just stared at the man, not able to move. He gave her a bewildered look.

"Um... It's not like I'm going to bite or anything. Are you going to come eat?" He asked casually, with a raised brow. Hinata didn't know what to think. What was this? Why was he talking to her so casually? She was so confused!

"U-um... Hai." Hinata replied quietly. She slowly began to walk towards the man so she could be seated.

"So dinner is steak, vegetables, and rice. If it is not to your liking I can have something else prepared." The man said. Hinata shook her head.

"Um... This is okay." She replied shyly. The man just grunted.

"Okay then, let's eat." He said, and it wasn't long before he was busy devouring his food. Hinata began to eat at her vegetables slowly. She wasn't sure that she really had an appetite anyway.

"So, you're name. What is your name?" The man asked suddenly. Hinata finished her bite before replying.

"I-it's Hyuuga Hinata." She said, not daring to look the man in the face.

"I see... Well, I am Uzumaki Naruto. That would make me your future husband and you my future wife I guess." He said calmly. Hinata could feel his eyes fixed on her, as if watching her every move. Finally, Hinata replied.

"I guess so." She said quietly, going back to eating her dinner.

So, there's the first chapter guys, I hope that it built enough suspense for you. I forgot how much it takes to write.

Anway, the next chapter should be out pretty soon. I'm pretty enthusiastic about this story. I really like the storyline that I came up with for it.

Thanks!

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