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The engagement

Chapter 2: The proposal

It was a beautiful spring day in the village of Konohagakure. With the warm weather having long melted the snow, the villagers were now enjoying the warmth and beauty of mother nature.

The flowers were in bloom, the sky was a beautiful shade of blue and the animals were finally out of hibernation.

Needless to say in was the perfect day to be outside...especially with the one you loved.

However the beautiful scenery wasn't enough to calm down a rather apprehensive blonde knucklehead.

Naruto sighed as he was on his way to pick Hinata up for their date. But this wasn't like any other date….today was the day he was finally going to ask her to marry him.

He knew there would be no better time than this, Hiashi gave him his blessings, the weather was perfect and they both took the day off today to spend time with each other.

He had everything planned out, he was going to take her out on a picnic by a waterfall, he even stopped by the bakery to pick up the cinnamon rolls she loved so much. He also stopped by the Yamanaka flower shop and splurged a bit on some white lilies to surprise her with, though he had a run in with Ino who gushed about how romantic he was being and complaining to Sai who was also there.

Anyway, during the picnic they would eat, talk and he would somehow work his proposal into the conversation.

He was still nervous...very nervous…..terrified to be precise….Did his father feel this way when he asked his mother to marry him?

Naruto kept walking but looked up to his father's carving on the Hokage monument. Even before he learned the truth, he always admired the fourth Hokage. Some times he still couldn't believe he was his father, the legendary fourth Hokage! He was proud to call his his father his hero and idol.

If he was still around….he wondered if his dad would give him advice about the big decision he was going to make.

Naruto chuckled, he already knew what both his parents would say if they were here right now. His dad would express his pride in him and wish him the best of luck and his mother would tell him to grow some balls and ask the girl he loved to marry him already, before hugging him and gushing about how happy she was that her son has become a man.

Naruto pushed the thoughts of his parents away when he felt that familiar clench in his chest again. Now was not the time to get moody.

He had a proposal to do.

He finally arrived to the Hyuuga compound and glanced at his watch. He was right on time. He promised Hinata he would pick her up by 10 so they could enjoy a nice walk together before their picnic lunch.

Just like last time, Madoka greeted him and lead him in to the living room where he saw his beautiful girlfriend wearing a cute spring dress that matched her eyes.

"Hey Hinata-chan, you look beautiful, dattebayo"...Naruto said as he presented her the flowers

"Oh Naruto-kun, these are lovely, you didn't have to"..Hinata said as she admired the flowers

"I wanted to"...Naruto said honestly, causing his beautiful girlfriend to smile.

Hinata then placed the flowers in a vase and went to get her picnic basket. Hinata was looking forward to this picnic, after a long week of missions, it was nice to take a break and spend time with the man she loved.

She even prepared a special lunch for the both of them. She was pleased that Naruto enjoyed her cooking, and she even made her own special ramen that he said was even better than Ichiraku's.

"Shall we?"….Naruto asked as he offered his arm to her.

"We shall"...Hinata said as she took his arm and they were gone.

The two lovebirds agreed to take the long way to the forest where they were going to have their picnic. They both just wanted to enjoy the nice day and being with each other.

It truly was a beautiful day in the village. Shops were busy, children were playing and every one seemed to be happy with their lives.

"Naruto-Senpai!"...The couple stopped and saw a group of academy students run up to them, 2 girls and 2 boys who eyed the couple in admiration.

"Yo"...Naruto said as he flashed his wide smile

"Hello, children"...Hinata said kindly

"Naruto-Senpai, could you please spar with us, I've been working hard with those moves you showed us"...One boy named Chan said as he did some poses and looked eager for some action

"Could you please? We really like some more tips"...The other children pleaded to their idol

"That sounds awesome Chan, and I would but...we're kinda busy today, dattebayo"...Naruto said as he held Hinata's hand

"Ooooh...are you two on a date?"….One of the boys, Seiji, asked in a teasing voice only to be shushed by one of his friends

"Yep"...Naruto said a matter of factly

"You look so pretty, Hyuuga-Sama"..One of the young girls, Takako said, truly admiring the older girl.

"Thank you"...Hinata said shyly, making her look even cuter to Naruto.

"Well of course she's pretty"...The other girl Michi said with a smile, but deep down she was a bit jealous. She was one of Naruto's fangirls but she did understand that it was unlikely due to the age difference.

"Maybe tomorrow guys, okay?'...Naruto said finally.

"Wait Naruto , I don't see why we can't just give them a few pointers"..Hinata said suddenly, surprising Naruto and the children

"But Hinata..."...Naruto gestured to the basket, he really wanted to get the picnic done so he could propose, he didn't want any detours.

"Naruto, it won't be long and the forest will still be there when we get there"...Hinata said

"Please Naruto-senpai!"...The children begged again

Naruto sighed and smiled, he really couldn't blame Hinata, besides a part of him actually didn't mind this, it would give him more time to think his proposal over.

'Alright, but just for a bit"...Naruto said, causing the kids to cheer and Hinata to smile.

They headed to the training fields which thankfully was nearby the forest where they were going to have their date.

Hinata was supervising the girls who were sparing while Naruto was giving advice to the boys who were doing taijutsu practice.

"Your doing very well Michi-chan"..Hinata praised

Naruto glanced at her from a distance. He couldn't help but smile. She really was a special woman.

"Naruto-senpai!"...One of the boys yelled, bringing Naruto back to reality

"Like this?"...Chan asked as he proceed to show off his taijustsu stance

"Yep, I can honestly say you have this made, dattebayo"...Naruto said honestly. These kids were good.

After 15 minutes, the couple left before saying goodbye to their unofficial trainees.

"Your really great with kids"...Naruto said with admiration. He knew she was going to be a great mother and an even better wife.

"So are you"..Hinta replied

After a while, they finally reached their destination: a beautiful valley near a waterfall.

The scenery was breathtaking. The flowers were in bloom, the sky was clear and sunny, and the waterfall looked so majestic in this setting.

It was perfect.

Naruto helped Hinata set everything up and before they knew it, they were enjoying their romantic picnic date.

"It's beautiful here"...Hinata said as she pulled out their food from the basket

"Not as beautiful as you, dattebayo"..Naruto said causing his girlfriend to blush.

They ate for a bit and talked about life. Hinata told him about her mission in Suna and Naruto told her about how his training was coming along.

"Are you serious?"...Hinata asked while giggling

"I am, I was practicing with the rasengan again, trying to see if I could increase it's size when I went too far and left a crater the size of Kuruma near here"...Naruto said with a chuckle

"You always were a hard worker Naruto-kun"...Hinaa said with admiration

Naruto took a deep breath. He knew now was the time. They had eaten and had dessert and talked for a bit. He had to stop beading around the bush.

He had to be a man and ask the girl he loved to make his wish come true.

"Hinata-chan….you know that your precious to me right?"...Naruto asked suddenly, causing her to blink

"Well, yes..your are precious to me as well Naruto-kun"...Hinata said honestly to her boyfriend

"Do you remember our fight against Toneri?'...Naruto asked

"How could I forget?"...Hinata teased

She could never forget that day. Her sister being kidnapped, herself almost being forced to wed Toneri and Naruto helping her save her sister and confessing that he was in love with her, ending with their first kiss.

"Do you remember what I said to you...when we beat him ,when we escaped?'...Naruto persisted

"You said that you loved me"...Hinata answered smiling

"Yes, I did..but I said something else"...Naruto continued and Hinata wondered where this was going

"I told you that...i wanted to spend the rest of my life with you"….Naruto said as he pulled out a small box and Hinata gasped

'N-N-Naruto-kun"..Hinata rarely stuttered anymore, but she felt this could be the exception

"Hinata-chan, I meant it when I said there is no one else for me, I want to spend the rest of my life with you until the day I die...if you will let me"...Naruto said as he opened the box to reveal the ring within.

Hinata was stunned, she couldn't believe this was happening. She stared at the beautiful ring before her and her beloved who was offering it to her and a lifetime of love all together. The ring was silver, it was modest but elegant and Hinata couldn't believe it was being offered to her.

"Hinata-chan, will you make my wish come true? Will you marry me?'...Naruto finally did it, he asked her

"Y-Yes...oh Yes'...Hinata said before she glomped him, hugging him and crying in joy

On the inside Naruto was chanting "SHE SAID YES! SHE SAID YES! SHE SAID YES!. He couldn't believe that soon, his beloved….this beautiful angel of a woman would become his wife! His wife! Hinata will soon be his wife!

Naruto quickly placed the ring on her finger and then proceeded to kiss her. Naruto felt like the luckiest man in the world, while Hinata was feeling like she was the luckiest girl in the world!

Neither knew or cared that they had an audience. From a safe distance, Hiashi Hyuuga witness the entire exchange and was smiling.

"It has been done"...Hiashi said before leaving, eager to get away before they caught him. He suspected his daughter might not appreciate his eavesdropping her proposal.

Not to mention he had a wedding to prepare for.

-To be continued-

Next time on the engagement: The announcement

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