She was in love, and it utterly depressed her.

Many would tell her inform her she didn't know what love was, (if she did tell anyone about her feelings) but she knew she was. The thoughts that she had for Sasuke Uchiha had turned from I like you a lot to full blown I love you. She didn't care that he was antisocial and arrogant. She loved the way he was friendlier toward her because he believed her to be scared of him even though she wasn't and when he continued to be friendly and charming after she dropped her guard and allowed herself to enjoy his company. The feelings that she had for Sasuke surpassed the ones she had ever had for Naruto. They would talk about nothing and cover many topics while working on their projects trying to pass the time.

Today would be the last day that they would work together on this project and Sasuke wouldn't talk to her again.

...

He had told Hinata to meet him in the library so they could finish up on the project. It was public so she wouldn't expect anything and yet they would be secluded enough that it was private.

He was planning on asking her out.

The past couple weeks, he let his guard down and was charming and watched as Hinata let herself out of her shell. She continued to be shy, but she voiced her opinion more and was more open. Then he no longer had to force himself to be charming or friendly toward the Hyuga. And when he did that, he enjoyed her company more and more as they worked on their project together. She herself smiled and laughed at his offhand comments about their classmates which in turn would make him smirk at her reaction.

She was beautiful and for the first time in his life, Sasuke was glad the dobe was an idiot. Hinata was a wonderful person and Naruto was an idiot for not even giving her a chance or getting to know her better. Sasuke was slightly glad that Kakashi had paired them up for this project.

"Um, h-hello? Sasuke you there?" Hinata's quiet voice echoed as she came into the study area of the library. She hugged her tote bag to body as she looked about.

"Yeah I am. I'm over here." Sasuke rose and gave a brief wave from the table he was at. Hinata's eyes lighted up and she smiled as she saw him and began to walk his way. Sasuke, in response, smirked at her made a gesture at the chair beside him as she got nearer.

"Hi Sasuke," She greeted and he nodded in return. "You bring your laptop?"

"Yes," He reached into the book bag beside him and pulled out the laptop. "Ready to blow everyone out of the water with our project?"

Hinata giggled and nodded as she took the chair beside Sasuke and they got to work.

...

They were recalling tales from their childhoods and laughing at themselves and their classmates. They had finished up the project thirty minutes ago but they continued to talk to each. When the conversation died down, Sasuke decided to make his move.

"So, what are you planning on doing this weekend Hinata?" He asked casually as he leaned back his chair. Hinata shifted in hers.

"Oh nothing really. Probably just hang out at home." She shrugged and Sasuke was inwardly delighted.

"Would you like to hang out together this weekend?" Sasuke watched as Hinata brightly smiled.

"I-I would be delighted too! Who else would be with us?" She asked curiously leaning in. Sasuke set down his chair and leaned in also. He looked her straight in the eyes.

"Well, it would be just us, alone."

"A-Alone?" Hinata stated shocked. "Like a d-"

"Yes, I am asking you out on a date Hinata Hyuga. Would you like to?" Sasuke looked at her earnestly as Hinata's enlarged and her mind spun.

'He wants a date with me? Am I dreaming?' She discreetly pinched herself. 'Ouch! Yup, I'm awake.'

"Yes! I would enjoy that very much!" She blurted enthusiastically informed her project partner.

"Great!" He responded. "So I'll pick you up around six tomorrow night?" He asked as he stood up and placed his laptop in his book bag.

"Um, that's okay with me!" Hinata also stood up and again hugged her bag to her body.

Sasuke held out his hand towards her. "I will escort you to your car." She nodded and laced her fingers with his. They walked in a comfortable silence until they stood next to Hinata's car.

Sasuke leaned over and kissed her on the cheek as she was opening her car door. "See you tomorrow in class Hinata." Hinata blushed and nodded in response and watched dreamily as he walked away toward his car.

...

Hinata debated about telling her friends about her date with Sasuke. While they might be happy that she was moving on, it was with the wrong person in their eyes. Kiba saw Sasuke as a stuck-up jerk with an attitude problem. Shino never voiced his opinion but Hinata had a feeling it was along the same lines as Kiba's. She was seriously regretting not telling them about her crush in the first place, then this wouldn't be so much as a shock. She twirled her hair around her finger and rested her head on her elbow as she waited for her friends at their regular lunch table.

She was still deep in thought as Kiba slid his tray onto the table and Shino silently did the same. The two looked at Hinata's far away expression and exchanged a look with each other before sitting down.

"Earth to Hinata. Please return to the cafeteria to enjoy the," Kiba looked down at the food and crinkled his nose, "food." Hinata started and blinked owlishly at her two friends as they smiled in amusement at her reaction.

"Hi guys." She stated as she placed her hands in her lap. "What's up?"

"We were going to ask you the same thing. You have been very… dreamy today." Shino stated quietly. "While it is better than you being tired, we both wonder what changed."

Hinata kept a blank face as she responded, "I just got a really good nights sleep. I have been really worried about my project." Kiba raised an eyebrow as Shino nodded slowly. Kiba peered at Hinata.

"You've been around the Uchiha too much." He stated looking serious. "Seriously, you're beginning to brood like him."

"I-I am?" Hinata stammered as she blushed. "I'm sorry."

"Aw, it's okay!" Kiba gave Hinata a half hug from the side. "Just giving you crap!"

Hinata smiled and looked over at Shino. He looked like he wanted to ask something else but was keeping it to himself. She smiled at him convincingly and he nodded.

Hinata mentally sighed in relief. She wouldn't have to tell them, at least not yet.

...

"You going out tonight?" Jugo asked Sasuke on their walk back to their apartment.

"Yeah, I am." Sasuke answered.

"With her?" Jugo questioned again with a smile.

"Yup."

"Hope you have a good time."

"Thanks."

...

Sasuke had taken her to a restaurant in the next town over. Hinata was rather glad that he had. That way they wouldn't run into anyone that knew them, much less be spotted by his fan club or run into Kiba or Shino.

Hinata smiled softly over at Sasuke as he took a drink of water. He quirked an eyebrow at her over the rim of the glass and calmly set the glass down on the table.

"Are you having a good time?" He asked.

"Yes. A very good time," Hinata responded. "What do you have planned after this?"

"Oh… that's a secret." Sasuke smirked devilishly and Hinata felt butterflies in her stomach at that smile. Sasuke reached out and placed his hand over hers that was on the table. He rubbed his thumb over her knuckles. Hinata blushed and ducked her head.

"O-Oh. Well I guess I will just have to wait then." She softly answered and Sasuke chuckled.

"You want to go get some ice cream?" He asked and Hinata nodded. "Okay then I'll pay for our food here and we'll head over to ice cream place down the street." Hinata nodded again and Sasuke squeezed her hand before rising out of his chair, grabbing his jacket, and heading towards the cash register.

Hinata rose from her chair after him and put on her light coat. She quickly made her way from their table to the front of the store Sasuke was finishing up his transaction. He smirked at her and held out his hand. Hinata placed hers in his as the cashier handed back Sasuke's debit card. Sasuke placed the card in his wallet and put his wallet away. He nodded at the cashier and gently tugged Hinata's hand as he started for the door she followed him.

They walked down the street to the ice cream shop and ordered ice cream. They mutually agreed on eating them outside because of the lovely spring weather. Sasuke picked a bench and sat down and Hinata joined him as she ate her ice cream cone. They sat relatively close, but there was still space between the two.

Hinata happily finished off her cone and looked over at Sasuke who was only half way done. She quirked her head and smiled at Sasuke who smirked back at her.

"You eat your ice cream really slow." Hinata stated.

"You eat yours really fast." Sasuke replied. Hinata giggled. Sasuke finished his ice cream quickly after that and the two just sat and watched traffic go by.

A slight breeze had picked up and Hinata unconsciously shifted closer to Sasuke. He noticed and put his arm behind her on the bench and he shifted closer to her. Hinata played with her fingers in her lap.

"So…" She asked timidly, "What's the secret?"

Sasuke smirked and leaned in close. "Do you wanna know?"

Hinata nodded her head and leaned in close too. "Of course!"

Sasuke reached over and tucked some of her hair behind her ear and then cupped her cheek. Hinata gasped quietly at the action and Sasuke smoothly moved his thumb across her cheek. "You make me happy and I genuinely care how you feel. Making you smile is what I have been trying to do everyday since I realized that I liked you."

Hinata placed a hand over the one that cupped her face and closed her eyes briefly before opening them again. She then mirrored Sasuke's action and placed her hand on the side of his face. "I-I began liking you when we were first paired up. I tried to tell myself that I couldn't fall for you because then I would be like everyone else in the class. But then you were charming and changed your attitude around me because you thought I was frightened of you and then that's when I just accepted the fact that I liked you." She gave a brief smile and Sasuke returned it.

He continued to stroke the side of her face with his thumb. "Well, what do you want to do? You want to see if we can work out?" He asked quietly. Hinata nodded quickly.

"Yes, I would. I don't think I could forgive myself if I didn't try."

"Well then…"

Sasuke closed the gap and kissed Hinata square on the lips. She was momentary surprised before responding back. A few seconds later they parted. Sasuke played with her hair briefly before she grabbed his hand and laced it with hers.

"I believe we have come to an understanding Miss Hyuga." Sasuke stated and Hinata squeezed his hand.

"I believe we have Mr. Uchiha."

With that, Sasuke leaned in again kissed her and this time, Hinata wasn't surprised.

...

January 2: Because it takes more than an effort to stay away from you
Artist: Michael Buble
Song: 'Baby (You've Got What It Takes)'

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Edit 9/20/10