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Flashbacks will be included. They will be headed with **Flashback** And they will be in italics.
Warnings: Talk of Abortion. Talk of Rape. Fowl Language. Possible Adult Situations.
Chapter 2: Requests, Memories, and Flowers
Silence hangs in the air between my father and me. His desk the only thing separating me from his scrutinizing gaze. Moments ago I requested the wedding date to be moved to the end of the week. It had been one of the hardest moments in my life. Rarely, if ever, do I come to him asking for something that requires me to face extreme humiliation. It was necessary. As a sign of respect my head is lowered, giving me a nice view of the carpet. An eternity seems to tick by as I await his decision. Finally when he speaks, I thank whatever deity exists for saving from the anxiety attack that was surely about to erupt. I gaze up at my father, meeting his gaze.
"From what you've said and how you've stated your request to me, I see that you have taken things seriously for once in your life." His words cause me to internally flinch. He always talked in a condescending manor to me, no matter the subject.
He continued, "I have thought on your request and have decided that I shall grant it. I will talk with Fugaku in the next hour and notify the proper persons. You will be meeting tomorrow morning with the wedding planner. I expect you to keep your schedule cleared for the week. You are dismissed."
Not bothering to look at me, he resumes paperwork he had been working on earlier. Used to this form of treatment, I stand up and exit his office. Pulling out my phone, I send a text to Sasuke notifying him of our success. Satisfied, I pocket the device then make my way through the Hyuuga manor to the living quarters I share with my sister.
Upon entering the living room I notice my cousin, Neji, sitting on the couch. His emotion void gaze directed on me. Sighing internally, I curse my sister for bringing him into this. She stays true to her word when it comes to keeping my secrets, but she always finds a loop-hole. On that thought, she'd make a good lawyer. Neji's voice pulls me out of that strain of thought. Blinking, I move to sit next to him.
Meeting his gaze, I speak, "What brings you here, Neji?"
"Why didn't you tell me you're pregnant?" Feeling like the air was sucked out of me, I lean back in my seat. Narrowing my eyes, I search his eyes for any hint of emotion to betray him. Sadly though, I find none. He's very good at keeping a stoic composure. Never giving anything away.
Grumbling, I say, "I'm going to have a word or two with Hanabi when I see her.."
"She didn't tell me anything," he replied with a shake of his head. "Before you ask, I found out when she slipped up by telling me you went to request your wedding date be moved up to the end of this week. The only plausible reasoning for you doing such a thing would be either you're pregnant or you've lost your sanity. I figured it was the latter."
Pulling a composed expression, I retort, "So the thought that I'm head over heals in the love with Sasuke Uchiha never crossed your mind? I feel insulted, JiJi." A smirk pulls at my lips when I note the use of his childhood nickname makes him twitch in annoyance.
"I know you Hinata. You're not the type to fall in love with the likes of Sasuke. You used to have that innocent potential but that ship has long since sailed." For a moment I catch a glimpse of sorrow flash in his lavender eyes. The moment dies seconds later though when his gaze is filled with an emotionless void.
"We agreed not to bring that up the past like that, remember? So let us talk of other news. How are you and Tenten?" I try my best to distract him off the topic of my upcoming nuptials and that time. Sadly my attempt fails miserably.
"We're doing fine. Now stop trying to change the subject." I glower at him with annoyance. "I know that you're keeping the baby. That's why you rushed the date. What I want to know though is why didn't you do what you did the last time this happened? I understand the circumstances are quite different, but you're still young. You're barely nineteen. Not to mention you've only just finished your first year of college. How do you kn-"
A whirlpool of emotion bubbled within me the more he talked. He seemed to notice and cut off mid-word. Looking at him, my voice comes out barely audible with a harsh note to it.
"Last time I was raped. How does that compare to now? Two very different circumstances. Not to mention I was only fifteen years old." Pausing for a moment, I breath in a deep breath to steady myself. Noticing for the first time that tears had been falling down my face. Wiping them away, I continue, "Of course I became a different person after that. When I told father about what happened he didn't believe a word I said and sent me to a boarding school so he wouldn't have to deal with my dramatic attention schemes,as he had put it at the time. That was when things changed drastically. And thanks to Temari I was able to get an abortion before I was shipped off. I'm still in debt to the Sabuku family for keeping my secret."
Taking a moment to breath, my gaze fixes on Neji who seemed to have remorse highlighting his features. Sighing at this, I lean forward and place a hand on his shoulder. His gaze snaps to mine at my touch. My voice softens a bit.
"I know you mean well. I just wish you'd trust me and not doubt the decisions I'm making. Believe it or not but this baby and this marriage is better than anything I could have found myself tied up in. At least I'm not in it alone."
Neji's features soften at my statement.
"I do trust you 'Nata. It's that Uchiha I don't trust."
Sighing I sit back, choosing to look out a window overlooking the garden.
"I know how you feel, Jiji. I beg of you to let it go though. He isn't as bad as you think he is."
"I still don't trust him. But I shall let it go...for now."
I gaze at him, giving him a soft smile.
"Thank you."
He returns the smile. "Well, I must get going. I have to get back to work."
Standing in unison with him, I pull him into a hug.
After he leaves the room, I gaze out the window again. Noting the weather is very pleasant out, sun shining and all, I decide to head out. Going out the door to the garden in mine and Hanabi's quarters. Walking along one of the multiple pathways, I take in the surrounding flowers in bloom. My mind wondering to the first day I'd met Sasuke.
**Flashback**
"Hina, sweetie," my mama's words caught my attention. Looking up into her lavender eyes, mine mirroring hers in shade. I blink, giving her a questioning look. Mama smiles at me. "Today you get to meet a new friend. Are you excited?"
Clapping I answer, "Yes!"
She laughs at my excitement. Taking my hand, mama leads me out of our home and places me in the backseat. Making sure that I'm buckled in. I look out the window, watching the clouds float by while the car starts to move. Taking us wherever it is we are going. While cloud-watching, I tell mama every type I see.
"There's a bunny!"
"Oh! A flower!"
She makes "Oohhs" and "ahhs" whenever I announce the cloud shapes.
Soon the car comes to a halt, drawing my attention. I unbuckle my seatbelt and get out of the car. Mama comes around and takes my hand. As we walk up to the front door I note that this house is as big as ours. Maybe even a bit bigger. My attention is drawn to all the pretty flowers aligning the walkway. I point at them in excitement, showing mama. She smiles at me, we get to the door. Mama rings the doorbell, seconds later we are let in by a maid and lead to the backyard.
"Natsumi! Darling, please come and sit." A dark haired lady with eyes as dark as the night sky comes over to mama and pulls her into a hug. Mama lets go of my hand to return the hug. While they talk, I notice a black haired boy with eyes matching the ladies. He was staring at me from behind one of the patio chairs. Blinking, I quickly duck behind mama's legs. This causes her to look down at me.
"Hina, why are you hiding?"
Looking up at her I point in the direction of the strange boy. She looks over and laughs lightly.
"That's Sasuke. He's harmless sweetie. He's the new friend I told you about."
"He is?" I asked, eyes wide. This causes both mama and the lady to laugh. The lady leans over and speaks to me, holding her hand out.
"Hello Hinata. I'm Mikoto, Sasuke's mama. Would you like to meet him?"
Looking at her, I think about her question for a few moments. The serious look on my face seems to make the two women laugh. Smiling I place my hand in Mikoto's outstretched one.
"Yes please." I answer her question with a smile.
I follow after Mikoto and mama over to the table. They sit down, Mikoto shooing Sasuke from behind her chair.
"Go say hello, Sasuke. Don't be rude to your new friend."
Blinking, he moves over to me and holds out his hand. I take his hand and shake it.
"Hi," he greeted.
Smiling, I reply, "Hi."
"Sasuke, why don't you show Hinata your play castle?" Mikoto asked her son.
"Okay." He grabbed my hand and lead me through a hedge like maze. The maze opened up to a big clearing with a huge wooden castle colored red, blue, and black. My eyes widened in awe as I took in the amazing sight.
"You have strange eyes."
Jumping a bit, I look at Sasuke. His words startling me.
"What do you mean?"
"They're the color of lilies."
"Is that bad?"
"No. I like lilies."
"Okay."
"Let's go play." With that he ran off and entered the castle. I ran after him.
Running up a set of spiral stairs, I peer around the corner of the hallway I'd entered. Not seeing Sasuke, I step in. Warily, I walk through the hall, entering into a room filled with treasure chests. My eyes widen at the sight of them. Before I can step forward I'm pulled back with a hand over my mouth to keep me from making a peep. Looking back my eyes meet onyx. He places a finger over his mouth to motion silence then moves his hand away from my mouth. He points at a sleeping dragon in the treasure room. I look at him with wide eyes, realizing it's guarding the treasure. A soft gasp escapes me, which causes the dragon to wake up.
"Run!"
He grabs my hand and runs through the hall dragging me with him. We turn a sharp corner and enter a small room, locking the door behind us. Sitting down, I begin to catch my breath. He looks out the peep-hole then sits down next to me.
"Are you okay?" He asked me with concern.
"Yeah." I reply.
Looking around the room, I see a bunch of swords and shields. Getting up, I walk over to a row of swords. I reach out to grab one, curiosity taking over. Before I could touch the sword my arm is grabbed. Turning to the side, I see Sasuke.
"Why can't I touch it?"
"Because you don't know how to use it. Plus you're the princess."
"Princesses can use swords," I say, crossing my arms over my chest.
"No they can't. It's the job of Knights to protect the Princess."
"Oh.. So are you my Knight then?" I look at him curiously.
He ponders for a moment, then nods. I smile at this.
"Well then, Sir Sasuke, you can protect me from that dragon!"
"Yes my lady," he says. Bowing, he takes my hand and places a kiss on it then grabs a sword and shield. The door bursts open from the dragons roar. With a shout, my knight pushes me back and stands in front of me. His shield and sword raised. Peering around him, the dragon's eyes shine void of mercy. As the dragon is about to breath fire at us, Sasuke takes his chance and strikes the dragon right in the eye. A screech erupts from it and Sasuke strikes again. This time in the dragons leg. It retreats from the castle.
Sasuke drops the sword and shield, panting from the fight. I run over to him and embrace him in a hug.
"My hero!" I place a kiss on his cheek, his face turns a light shade of pink.
Getting down on one knee, he takes my hand and looks into my eyes.
"I shall protect you from this day forward from all the evil in this world."
Before either of us could say anything else, our mothers shout that it's time for dinner. Smiling, I take his hand and we walk out of the castle over to the table.
"Aww! Look Natsumi! They're holding hands."
"Does my little Hina-bear have a new best friend?"
Smiling at my mama, I nod my head.
"He's my Knight!" Sasuke nods in confirmation. This causes the two women to say "awww" in unison.
"Now come sit down you two. It's lunch time."
**Flashback End**
The ringing of my phone pulls me from my trance. Ino's name flashes on the screen. Smiling, I answer the phone.
"Hey Ino."
"Hinata Hyuuga! Why didn't you tell me you're getting married in a week?!"
Cringing at her shouts, I bring the phone back to my ear.
"I was going to tell you today. Everything has just been flying in every direction lately."
"When you put it that way I can't stay mad at you."
Smiling, I sit down on a bench and watch the coy in the coy pond.
"You never stay mad for to long."
"True." Silence hangs between us for a moment until Ino speaks in a tone I know all too well, "Sooo you are Sasuke, eh?"
"Yeah, what of it?"
"I know you two have some history, but how did it get this far?"
Sighing softly I respond, "You were at the party Ino. I'm sure you heard about what we were doing."
"Well... I did hear something." My eyes widen at the tone she uses on the word hear.
"Please don't tell me you heard us."
"Uhm.. Everyone heard you guys."
"Oh God.."
"Don't worry about it though! Everyone was drunk, high, or both that night."
"I suppose that makes it less embarrassing.."
"So, do you wanna go shopping and get dinner tonight?"
"Sure. Sounds good to me. Tomorrow morning the stress begins with planning the wedding.."
"If you need any help I'll be there in a heart beat."
"I know you will."
"Well, see you later! Love ya!"
"Love you too, loud mouth."
A smile spreads across my lips at the mock gasp from the other end of the phone. Laughing, I hang up and slip it into a pocket. Getting up from the bench, I slowly make my way into the Hyuuga manor to get ready for my outing with Ino.
Hours later, I find myself plopping down onto my bed after dropping multiple shopping bags on the floor. Sighing to myself, I think 'Tomorrow is going to be a long day..ugh. Maybe I should make Sasuke help with the plans.' An evil smirk spreads across my lips at that thought. I pull out my phone and send him a text stating he has to be here bright and early to help with the plans. Dropping my phone, I let myself fall into a deep slumber.
Authors Note: I hope ya'll enjoyed reading this chapter as much as I enjoyed writing it. I will be throwing in more flashbacks on Hinata and Sasuke's relationship throughout the story. What do you think of Hinata's relationship with her father, Hanabi, Ino, Neji, and Sasuke? Oh and one thing I wanted to put out there; Hinata never told anyone besides Hanabi and Ino about her past relationship with Sasuke. In this story Neji wasn't around Hinata a lot until her mother died. Things will become more clear as the story goes further. R&R! :)
P.S. If anyone is interested I do have another story that I'm writing. It's another HinaSasu fanfic, go figure. Have a good day!
