"Speaking,"
'Thoughts
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Hinata awoke to the silent vibrating and beeping of her alarm clock. She quietly pressed the big off button and sat up on her bed. Her glazed eyes looked around for a moment before she put her legs on the side of the bed and stood up. Her footsteps were heavy but she was determined to make it to the bathroom. Feeling a brush on her lower leg, she looked down to see her cat rubbing against her. Hinata bended down and scratched the creature right behind her ear. Before going to the bathroom to shower she poured food in a bowl for her cat.
The young woman brushed her hair slowly and then placed it in a low ponytail. She glanced at herself in the mirror and smiled a bit before grabbing a light jacket and heading out of her home. As she locked the door she heard footsteps make their way to her. Hinata turned around and saw Neji waiting there with a smile.
"Good morning Neji," Hinata greeted as she walked beside him.
"Good morning Hinata. How did you sleep last night," the male asked as he looked ahead with his head high. Hinata looked at him briefly before looking forward and entwining her hands behind her back.
"I slept well, thank you for asking. How's my father?" she asked though she didn't look at him as he spoke.
"He's still a bit sick but the medicine you sent over did wonders for him. I told him that it was you who sent it,"
"I'm glad he is feeling better," Hinata pretended she didn't hear the last part and started to hum a song.
The duo walked in silence after that and once they reached the school they parted ways. Neji watched as the young woman made her way to the classroom and couldn't help but smile.
'She has matured massively,' Neji thought as he started to walk to his own classroom.
First period; Hinata's classroom
"Good morning everyone, I hope you all slept well. As I've said yesterday, today we will be starting to read "Hush Hush" by Becca Fitzpatrick. Now what do you think the story will be about?" Hinata asked with an encouraging smile. The students looked at the book cover and then turned it over as some started to raise their hands.
"Ah, yes Haruno-san," Hinata said as she pointed to the female in the midsection of the room.
"Well its name makes me believe that there is some sort of secret involved," the young girl had answered as she seemed confident in her answer.
"Good," Hinata nodded and turned to look around the classroom when she found Naruto snoozing as he leaned his head on his hand.
"Uzumaki-san how about you answer," Hinata asked as she down his isle and stood next to his seat. The blonde was awoken by her voice and looked around the room sleepily.
"What cha said?" The male asked and Hinata sighed as she walked back to the front of the room.
"Please be awake next time, what do you think the story will be about," Hinata repeated and watched as the male scratched his head with a frown placed on his face.
"Someone's secret is found out, that person does everything they can to make that person keep quiet about it," he said as she looked up at her for confirmation. Hinata smiled at his answer and started to write on the board the ideas that were being said.
"Alright, so everyone is saying things about secrets being involved, does anyone have another idea," Hinata asked as she looked around and saw no hands go up. She nodded and was about to proceed when she saw Sasuke's hand go up.
"Ah yes Uchiha-san?" Hinata asked as she gave him his attention. He looked up and held no emotion in his face.
"It sounds to me like being deceived and having secrets to get revenge," Sasuke announced proudly as he her in the eyes. Hinata nodded and wrote on the board. Proceeding with her lesson she noticed that the class seemed interested in the book she had chosen. As they read the first three chapters aloud the young woman noticed that it was almost time for the bell to ring.
"Alright you may take the book home if you didn't finish but please bring them back. We'll be using them tomorrow," the female announced just as the bell rang. Her students groaned and she smiled when she heard comments about leaving. They gathered their things and Hinata was surprised when Sakura stayed behind.
"Is there something wrong Haruno-san?" the petit woman asked as she looked at the female with concern.
"How did you pick this book for us?" Sakura asked rather straight forward. Hinata tilted her head to the side in a questioned gesture.
"Well, my younger sister had been obsessed with this book so I decided I would read it when she finished. As I read I not only found it realistic as to how people think but also interesting on a level of sparking my attention," Hinata answered proudly with a slight blush when she realized she rambled a bit. Sakura nodded and smiled as she left for her next class. Hinata looked in the back and saw that Sasuke was still seating.
"How many days do you have double class with me?" Hinata asked him as she sat down in her chair, looking over her handouts.
"Mondays and Tuesdays, tomorrow I'll be out of your hair," Sasuke said with borderline teasing. Hinata gasped and waved her hands.
"N-No that's not what I meant. I was just asking because I was curious y'know. I didn't mean to make it sound as if I wanted you gone or anything. It was silly—"
"I get it," Hinata stopped rambling and looked down—embarrassed, "You're amusing,"
Hinata blushed a bit and frowned inwardly.
'A child has called you amusing, good one Hinata,' Hinata thought and sighed a bit. Students started to walk in and Hinata stood up with a smile plastered on her face, ready to start class.
Lunch time; Hinata's classroom
Hinata sighed and checked her plans for the rest of the day. She would have two more classes though as she checked over them she realized that she had placed her lunch in the school fridge today. Groaning slightly she stood up and opened the door only to be greeted by Sasuke who just about to enter. She jumped a bit and let out a little eep.
"Ah you scared me Uchiha-san," she said and placed a hand over her heart.
"Sasuke, and I could tell," He answered and gave a hand gesture to the classroom.
"Oh I know it's a bit rude, but could you wait just a moment. I need to get my lunch from the fridge. I'll be back really fast," Hinata said as she bowed slightly and sped walked to her destination. As she entered the small room she saw Neji heating up his lunch.
"Ah hello Mr. Hyuuga," Hinata greeted and opened the fridge quickly. The older male looked at her and nodded his head in greeting.
"How were your classes," he asked in curiosity.
"They were fine. The students are intrigued with the book I've chosen," Hinata said proudly and watched as Neji smirked.
"That is good; well I'll be seeing you then Ms. Hyuuga," Neji said as he exited. Hinata frowned about his lack of conversation when she remembered she had someone waiting for her. Grabbing her lunch she headed back to her classroom and found Sasuke sitting outside of it.
"Why are you outside," Hinata asked curiously and he stood up upon seeing her.
"You locked the door," he said dully as he pointed his thumb at the door. Hinata nodded and sighed at her slight stupidity. She opened the door and sat down at her desk.
"Have you eaten?" She asked and watched as he nodded and sat down.
"Today it's your turn to ask questions," Sasuke announced and leaned back in his chair.
"Okay I'll start," He nodded and prepared himself.
"Where do you see yourself in five years?"
"One year out of college, working,"
"What do you wish to work as?"
"Professional boxer,"
"What are your favorites?"
"I don't have favorites I have preferences,"
"Okay, then what are those,"
"Tomatoes and solitude," Hinata's eyes faltered at that but she continued.
"What are you siblings like?"
"I'm not answering,"
"Okay I think that's enough for today then. Thank you for your answers," Hinata smiled and watched him take out his notebook. Raising a brow she gave him a confused expression.
"Tell me about your sister," Sasuke suddenly asked and watched as Hinata seemed surprised as well.
"Well her name is Hanabi she has a….way with words. She's also very confident in everything she does. Some see her as arrogant or obnoxious but she actually has a very tender side of her that she likes to cover up," Hinata said and smiled as she thought of the younger female. Sasuke and nodded gave her a look.
"Give me an example of her tender side," Sasuke said and looked her in the eyes.
"Well, when I sprained my foot she had scoffed and said it was my entire fault for not watching where I was going. Though every night she would come to my room when she thought I was sleeping and change the ice for my foot," the young woman smiled and placed a hand on her cheek.
'She hasn't called since yesterday. I wonder if she is alright,' Hinata thought and noticed the fists that were on her desks. Looking at the male she reached out and touched his arm.
"Are you alright Uchiha-san?" he looked at the hand on his forearm and abruptly stood up—smacking her hand away in the process. Hinata was shocked and rubbed her now red hand. Sasuke grabbed his book and stormed out of her classroom a very frustrated look on his face. Hinata frowned and went over what she might have said to have received a reaction like that.
After school; parking lot
Hinata stood in the middle of the parking lot waiting for Neji. He had sent her a text message that he would be a little late. She sighed and looked around curiously. The lot was empty save for a few scattered cars. What caught her eye though, was that she saw Sasuke standing outside a car speaking to what seemed like an older male.
'Maybe it's someone he knows,' Hinata thought positively and turned away. Though she couldn't resist the urge and turned to look again. Sasuke was frowning and seemed to be very upset with what the male was saying. He suddenly glares and speaks—cutting the other man off. Sasuke tried to walk away but is stopped by the man. After listening to what the other has to say Sasuke gets in the car with his signature glare.
"Wow I have gotten rather rude," Hinata noted and watched as the black car did a u-turn and passed by her. As it did she got a glimpse inside and saw Sasuke looking at her with surprise written on his face.
"Ready to go," she heard Neji ask as she placed a hand on her shoulder. She stared in the direction the car left and nodded.
"Yeah, thank you," Hinata answered and got into the car with a slight frown.
This is the end of this chapter. I know it may seem that Sasuke is a bit out of character but I promise it'll come together soon. Thank you for those who reviewed on the last chapter. I'll try to update faster since I have the next chapter outlined.
