It was around 6:30, and everyone was arriving at the house for the party. Sasuke and Tatiana's family came, mostly aunts, uncles, and cousins, and Itachi of course, who had been there since the cleaning. Shikamaru and Naruto's family came as well, and his girlfriend of three years, Hinata Hyuuga, along with mutual friends everyone shared. Somehow in the mix of guests, Kiba's ex girlfriend, by the name of Ino Yamanaka, showed up.
Sakura was in the living room, sitting on the couch talking to her best friend, Tenten. She was showing off her engagement ring, and Tenten was squealing over it like a little girl. Tenten had been married for about four months to Neji Hyuuga. The two had dated all through high school, and were engaged soon after. Hinata was cuddled up to Naruto on the other couch, for she hadn't seen him for a few weeks because of him getting ready to move in. The two didn't live together, for some reason, they decided they didn't need to. Hinata still lived with her mother, and before the mansion, Naruto had lived in a tiny apartment. He didn't want Hinata to have to stay in a place like that, so they decided to live apart.
Tatiana stood next to the counter, filling a cup with fruit punch from a large bowl on the counter. She looked around the kitchen, her family and friends all around her. It felt like home again, and Tatiana smiled to herself. Even without her parents there, Tatiana felt happy with her loved ones around. As she looked around the room, however, one particular person caught her attention. It was Kiba, who was leaned against the wall in the hallway. She bit her lip, blushing slightly. She smiled at him, and he gave her a quick wave and a smiled back. Ino couldn't help but notice the two smiling at each other.
Ino and Kiba had dated for about 5 months, and seemed to be going pretty well. Then, things got ugly when Ino cheated on Kiba. Kiba dumped her as soon as he found out, and Ino was still crazy about him. Ino was stereotyped as a "bimbo", but almost all the time that was pretty much how she was. She was tall, with long blonde hair and blue eyes. She was 21 years old, and wore the clothes of a 16 year old. Currently, she wore a very short denim miniskirt, and a white and pink tank top, where she made sure her 'real' cleavage was visible. Ino stood up from her chair, and walked over to Kiba. As she walked by Tatiana, she gave her a slight shove to the side, to make sure she wasn't moving in on "her man". Tatiana stepped back and scoffed at Ino's rudeness. She shook her head and walked back into the kitchen, setting her drink on the counter and watching Ino walk towards Kiba. Ino walked to Kiba, and gave him a flirty push on the shoulder. He rolled his eyes and let out a deep sigh.
"Hey Kiba, long time no see." She said, with a ditzy laugh. She inched closer to him, and he attempted to lean back, but was pinned against the wall.
"Oh, hi Ino. Why are you here?" He exclaimed. Ino flashed him a sly smile, and playfully poked him.
"To see you, silly. I mean, obviously you still like me." Ino said, placing her hand on his waist. Kiba pushed her hand off.
"No! Ino, you cheated on me. I'm not going to forgive you, and I don't even like you! Not as a girlfriend or even a friend!" Kiba exclaimed, throwing his hands in the air. He looked over at the counter at Tatiana. She looked at him concerned, and he mouthed the words "Help me" to her. She nodded, and walked towards him and Ino. As she approached them, Ino moved closer to Kiba, attempting to 'protect' him from Tatiana.
"Kiba, can you come help me with something?" Tatiana asked sweetly, with a smile. Kiba smiled back at her, and began to speak, but was interrupted by Ino.
"No! He's busy, go ask your brother. Isn't it past your bedtime anyway?" Ino said, in an intimidating tone. Tatiana stepped back, and whispered "Sorry" to Kiba. He smiled at her, blushing slightly. Ino looked at Kiba's face. He was clearly staring at Tatiana as she walked away.
"Oh, so that's why you don't like me? You like her? She's, what, 15?" Ino exclaimed, placing her hand on her hip.
"She's 17, and yes, I do like her. You have a problem with that?" Kiba said angrily. Ino raised an eyebrow, and got in Kiba's face.
"You're 21! If you're attracted to her, then she's obviously a little slut to attract older men." Ino said. That was it. Kiba lashed out at Ino. He pushed her away from him, and got in her face.
"She is not a slut! She's a sweet and beautiful girl. Oh, and before you call anyone a slut, maybe you should take a good long look in the mirror, Ino!" Kiba yelled, and walked away from her. Ino's mouth dropped open. She grabbed Kiba's arm and pulled him back.
"Wait," She said. She pulled him in and kissed him. Tatiana watched in shock as Kiba and Ino kissed. Her eyes began to water, and she turned around the corner of the kitchen, leaning against the wall. Kiba pushed Ino off of him, and glared at her.
"Ino! You're disgusting! Stay the fuck away from me!" Kiba said, and walked away. Ino walked towards the kitchen, Cleary pissed off. She turned the corner, and saw Tatiana, who's eyes were tearing up. She smirked, and purposely got Tatiana's attention by shoving her. Tatiana looked up to see Ino before her. Ino wiped her lips, and flicked her fingers at Tatiana, trying to get her angry. Tatiana held back from doing anything she would regret. After all, if she hurt Ino, Kiba would get mad.
"Aww, are you crying?" Ino asked in a sarcastic tone. Tatiana didn't say anything, just folded her arms and leaned on the wall.
"Well then, maybe you shouldn't mess with someone else's boyfriend. You're still a little girl, Tatiana. Don't mess with the big people." Ino said, in a baby voice. Tatiana just glared at Ino. "Oh, okay. You're a big tough girl, huh? Please, Tatiana, you're so pathetic. You honestly think Kiba likes you? He would never go for anyone like you, he's not into slutty girls." Ino said. Tatiana let out a scoff.
"Well he dated you," Tatiana said with a smirk. Ino's mouth dropped open. She reared back, and threw her drink on Tatiana's chest. Tatiana looked down at her now wet shirt, and got off the wall. She walked towards Ino, and Ino stepped back, clearly intimidated. Tatiana pointed a finger at Ino.
"Listen here, you little whore. Kiba doesn't like you. I'm sorry to say, but he got over you the second you broke up. I know your little brain can't quite comprehend that, but it's the truth. So get your skanky ass home, and stay the fuck away from my house, you got that?!" Tatiana said, through clenched teeth. She reached up and smacked Ino across the face. Ino pushed Tatiana back, but Tatiana was clearly stronger. She pushed Ino to the ground, and began repeatedly throwing punches everywhere she could. Ino yelled, causing Kiba to notice what was going on. Sasuke heard the commotion as well, and ran into the kitchen. Kiba covered his mouth, trying to hold in his laughter. After all, Ino deserved it. Sasuke got down on the floor, and attempted to pull his sister off Ino. Kiba got down as well, and helped split the two apart. Ino stood up, and wiped blood from her mouth. Tatiana stood up as well. Kiba held Tatiana back from punching Ino again, even though he enjoyed it. Tatiana squirmed and tried to get out of Kiba's arms.
"Let go! Let me kick that bitch's ass!" Tatiana exclaimed, trying to break out of Kiba's grip. Kiba fought hard, and held Tatiana back from swinging at Ino again, as much as he wanted her to.
"Ino, I don't even know why you ended up here in the first place, but you need to leave." Sasuke said, pointing towards the front door. Ino scoffed and rolled her eyes.
"Oh please! Your obnoxious bitch little sister attacks me, and I have to leave?" Ino asked, throwing her hands in the air.
"Don't you dare call my sister a bitch! Get out! Now!" Sasuke yelled. Ino scoffed, and turned to leave. On her way out the door, she turned back to Tatiana. She smirked, and leaned her face near Tatiana. She leaned her head back, and spit in Tatiana's face. Tatiana stood, her mouth open, and still in Kiba's grasp. She flung Kiba's arms off and ran at Ino. She pushed her to the doorway, opened the door, and pushed Ino out. Ino stumbled down the stairs.
"Stay the fuck out of my house, whore." Tatiana said. "And I won't spit back because I actually have class." Tatiana slammed the door, and walked back inside. She wiped her face with her sleeve, removing Ino's disgusting spit off her face. As Tatiana walked back into the house, the other guests clapped at Tatiana's victory over Ino. Tatiana smiled at the applause.
"Dude, she kicks ass!" Itachi exclaimed, raising his cup of punch. The other guests laughed.
"Tatiana, I can't thank you enough for getting Ino out of here." Kiba said, approaching Tatiana. Tatiana folded her arms, and walked away. Kiba followed her, wondering why she was ignoring him.
Tatiana walked through the dining room, and to the backdoor. She opened it, and walked outside onto the deck
"Tatiana!" Kiba called repeatedly after her. Tatiana walked to the end of the deck, next to the pool, and turned around to face Kiba.
"What?" Tatiana asked, placing her hands on her hips.
"What's wrong, Tatiana?" Kiba asked, confused. Tatiana rolled her eyes, and sat down on a chair. Kiba stood before her.
"Why do you even care that I'm upset? You were all over Ino in the hallway, why don't you go after her, Kiba?" Tatiana said, turning away.
"Tatiana, what are you talking about?" Kiba asked.
"I saw you guys kiss in the hallway earlier. You don't have to act stupid." Tatiana said, folding her arms.
"I didn't kiss her, Tatiana." Kiba said. Tatiana looked up at him. He had a very serious face. "She forced herself on me. I pushed her away. You must have missed it." Kiba continued.
"Oh," Tatiana said softly. She stood up next to Kiba, and looked into the water in the pool. The blue moonlight shone beautifully on it. She watched the ripples sparkle. Kiba came up and stood beside her.
"Tatiana," Kiba began. Tatiana looked at him. The sparkling ripples shone on his face, creating a beautiful picture on his face. "Why would you be upset if I was back with Ino?" Kiba asked, turning to Tatiana. The pool shone the same beautiful reflection on Tatiana's face.
"I don't know, I guess I just don't like her...she's not good enough for you. You deserve better than that." Tatiana replied, scuffing her foot on the deck. There was a moment of awkward silence, until Kiba broke the quietness of the night.
"Is it because you like me, Tatiana?" Kiba asked, moving closer to Tatiana. Tatiana's heart dropped. She swallowed hard, and looked up at Kiba. His lips shaped into a small smile. Tatiana smiled back.
"No way! Um….I..I don't.." Tatiana stammered for a bit. She let out a deep sigh, and turned to him. "Yes. I care because I like you... a lot. Happy?" Tatiana asked, blushing a deep red. Kiba let out a small laugh. Tatiana's smile faded. He was laughing at her. He must've thought she was a dork. He sighed, and looked at Tatiana in her big honey eyes. He took her hands in his, and moved closer to her.
"Well that makes this a whole lot easier on me." He began. Tatiana looked at him confused. What was he talking about? He smiled at her. "Tatiana," He started. "I like you too." Kiba revealed. Tatiana was taken back for a moment. Had he really just said that? Tatiana couldn't believe what she had heard.
"Y-you like me too? Are you serious?" Tatiana said, in shock. He moved his hands to her waist, and wrapped his arms around her.
"I'm as serious as could ever be, Tatiana." He said, leaning his forehead to hers. Tatiana leaned her head up, and touched her lips to his. He returned the kiss, as Tatiana wrapped her arms around his neck. Tatiana felt herself smile as she softly kissed him. She could feel his lips form into a small smile as well. She pulled away slowly, and looked up at him, still holding him close, and smiled. He smiled back down at her. He brushed her bangs out of her eyes with his index finger. The moon sparkled off her eyes in a beautiful reflection.
"Tatiana?" Kiba asked. Tatiana nodded.
"Would you like to be my girlfriend?" Kiba asked, a big smile on his face. Tatiana's heart skipped a beat. She swallowed hard, and flashed him a big smile.
"Yes!" She exclaimed, jumping up, her arms still around his neck. She wrapped her legs around his waist, and he held her back, holding her up. She leaned in kissed him softly, closing her eyes. She couldn't believe she was actually with him. The two had been flirting a lot, but she never thought it would eventually turn into a relationship. He kissed her back, closing his eyes as well. Tatiana pulled away and smiled at him. He set her down, and still held her tightly around her waist.
"Are you sure, Kiba? I mean, I'm 17. Are you sure this is what you really want?" Tatiana asked, resting her head on his shoulder.
"I'm sure. I don't care how old you are, Tatiana. That's not what matters to me. What matters to me is what kind of person you are, and you're the kind of person that I want." Kiba replied, taking Tatiana's hands in his. Tatiana looked down at their laced hands. She smiled to herself.
"That's really sweet, Kiba." Tatiana said, leaning up and kissing him on the cheek. Suddenly, they heard the sliding door open from the other side of the deck. Tatiana quickly took her hands back, and sat down on a chair behind her. Kiba sat down on the chair next to her. Sasuke's head poked out of the doorway.
"What are you doing out here?" He asked, stepping outside. He walked towards Tatiana and Kiba, and leaned on the deck railing.
"Just trying to cool off from that fight. Kiba was just helping me." Tatiana said, and smiled sweetly at her brother. Sasuke walked over to Tatiana and messed up the top of her hair. Tatiana playfully slapped his hand away.
"Quit it, Sasuke!" She said with a laugh. Kiba laughed.
"Get back inside, the party isn't even over." Sasuke stated, walking to the door. When he went inside, Tatiana turned to Kiba.
"You're sure about this?" She asked. He leaned over and kissed her.
"I already told you I was." He said, taking her hand, and squeezing it. She smiled, and he let go as they walked in the house, and joined the rest of the party.