Testing the Waters
Disclaimer: I do not own the Naruto series or any of its associated characters, only the random OC's because I didn't want to break the fan fic guidelines by writing in 2nd person, though if your imagination takes it that way it's out of my hands.
A/N: I'm doing this not only for fun, but also because I want to expand my writing comfort zones a little. I needed something to kick-start my creativity but I also wanted something fun to read. The situations range anywhere from completely innocent to all out lemons so I rated it M to cover my basis. So far I've chosen the characters at random and sometimes my OC's as well, but I'm completely open to requests and suggestions. If there's anything you want to see done just shoot me a pm or throw it in a review, whatever works for you. Anyway, I hope everyone enjoys and please review even if you don't like it (just make sure it's constructive feedback), heaven knows I need the critiquing.
More For You Than Me
"Are you sure this is what you want, Shikamaru?" Kioko asked as she lay next to him on the soft green grass. "She just seems like more trouble than she's worth."
"True, she is troublesome, but there's just something about her," he explained, gazing up at the clouds and daydreaming.
The girl next to him sighed. She knew this was coming, but it didn't make it hurt any less. Day by day she was losing him and there was nothing that could be done. She only hoped he was clear on his decision.
"It won't be anything like it is with you and me," she reminded him.
"Yeah, I know," he admitted. "You and I are too much alike, though. She can give me the balance I need."
He was right, they were the same, both of them too laid back to achieve anything constructive together. They never challenged one another, never argued, both finding it too much work to do so. Even though things were peaceful between them, it did little to deepen their relationship. He was her best friend on one level, but they lacked the capacity to connect more romantically with each other. They had given it a shot, but the truth was they were better off as friends, and from now on that would have to be enough.
"Then you already know I won't do anything to stop you." It wasn't as though she needed to say it, but once again she wanted to make sure he was doing the right thing. "I only want you to be happy."
"For that I thank you."
She hated to let him go, but it needed to be done. Fighting over him would only be troublesome. If his heart was truly with Temari then she would just have to smile and be happy for him.
"We'll still watch the clouds together, won't we?"
"The same as always," he assured her.
At least they'd still have that.