'Who is this mysterious guy?' I thought to myself as I leaned against a tree, panting for breath. Trying to hear over my heartbeat and the rushing water, I listened for any sound of his coming attack. Silence; dead silence. I had made the first move, my resolve crumbling when he smirked at me. His stern features lighting up for a mere second before I quickly wiped them away with my Kunai.
Out of nowhere, he landed in front of me, giving me no time to react before he pinned me to the tree. I struggled against him, thinking that if I could just get one hand free I could grab my scroll, but his strong arms stayed put, keeping me from escaping. I quit moving, glaring at this purple-eyed stranger.
Eyeing me curiously, his grip loosened slightly as he looked me up and down. "Pervert!" I gasped, seeing my chance to get out of his grasp. His forehead crinkled as he frowned, realizing I was trying to escape, he twisted my hands together, pulling them tightly above my head. Holding them in one hand with a firm grasp, he laid his right hand against the tree, next to my head.
I spoke venomously, acid seeping out with each word. "What do you want from me?" I had never felt so vulnerable, it made me sick. He looked taken aback, as if he didn't really know what he was doing. "I'm not sure, but I didn't wish this meeting to be a war zone." He smirked again, as if remembering something funny. Sarcasm brightened my tone just a tad as I said, "In that case, let me go."
He seemed to be considering that when a slight breeze rustled through the trees, sending my hair swirling around my face. His eyes widened and confusion swirled inside them. For the first time in my life, I was nervous. My heart started to beat faster than it ever has, and my stomach started to flip.
His right hand hesitantly came up and gently tucked a strand of hair behind my ear. "What are you-" My question was cut off when his lips were suddenly pressed against mine. I was in shock. This was the last thing I had expected. His lips were hard, but yet so soft. Without thinking, I leaned into him, gently kissing him back.
Common sense kicked in, I realized what I was doing, and turned away, my face laying completely flat against the side of the tree. Taking a deep breath, I inhaled his scent; a scent I had no way of describing, but I knew one thing for sure: I wanted more. Feeling his grip on my arms loosen, I sneaked a glance at him; his cheeks were almost as red as mine felt!
Looking completely embarrassed, he let go of me and stepped back. "I'm-I'm sorry." He muttered. I shook my head, too afraid to speak. I knew I was falling for him, but I couldn't help it! He was completely handsome, mysterious, and all together dreamy. 'Oh no! Tenten, don't you dare fall for this guy! You were just in a perfect relationship, and look where it left you: heartbreak!' I told myself.
I looked over at him to find him staring at me, our eyes locked, sending chills down my spine. There was something about this guy, something mesmerizing. His eyes were a softer shade of purple as something deep swirled within. As if connected by magnets, we both took a step forward, only inches apart.
I placed my hands on his chest, taking in his scent with a deep breath; it was intoxicating. He ran a finger along the side of my cheek, a small smile on his lips. Wrapping an arm around my waist, he cupped my chin with the other, and leaned down. I closed my eyes, slipping my arms around his neck and stood on my tiptoes, meeting him halfway.
This kiss was different than the first; it was softer, more passionate, and not as fierce. I felt light, as if flying. When the kiss ended, I wrapped my arms around my waist and leaned my head against his chest. He was so… everything! He rested his chin on top of my head and let out a sigh.
We stood in each other's embrace for what seemed like forever. After awhile, I looked up at him, a smile playing on my lips. Moving my fingers along the buttons on his shirt to distract myself of his closeness, I cleared my throat, wanting to voice out all the questions looming in my head.
Feeling my face flush, I turned my head so he couldn't see me blush. I wanted to seem casual; I didn't want him thinking that he was the reason my heart was beating uncontrollably, that he made me feel incredibly lightheaded. There was no way I was going to give him that satisfaction.
Pulling a serious mask on, I raised my face, slanting him a sly look, and playfully asked, "So mystery man, what's your name?" He smiled as well, but I could tell something was different, as if a wall had gone up between us. Looking into his guarded eyes, I could tell he had been hurt, maybe even worse than I had. He had a smile on his face, but I could tell by his dark purple eyes that there was more to it.
He opened his mouth to speak, but we both froze when there was a familiar voice in the distance. "Tenten? Tenten?" Hinata's soft voice carried on the wind, echoing off of the trees. 'Crap!' I thought to myself, instinctively taking a few steps back. "I uh, I have to go." I said to the mystery guy as Hinata's voice grew louder. "But wait-" He started to say, but it was too late, I was already running away.