O-miyage
The Sequel

NejiXTenten. He's a stranger. And she's falling in love with this stranger, again.

I still do not own Naruto.

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The thunder roared. He looked up at the sky, thick gray clouds hung heavy all over Konoha. Lee could have informed him if he had found her all ready. She's still out there, he thought. He mentioned about the coming storm the previous day and he doesn't understand why she would want to go out even at that. Of all things she didn't forget- she sure didn't forget her stubbornness.

"Neji-kun!"

He saw Lee coming towards him- alone, to his dismay.

"I've asked the guards at the gate and they assured me that she didn't head out of the village."

"Thanks, Lee."

At least she's still in the village, he thought. He's been to her apartment and to the hospital. He even asked Hinata to be on the look out just in case she passes by their place. Lee had been to the academy as well, checking Ichiraku's in the process.

Where else could she have gone to? He's running out of ideas. Her memories are not back yet. The places that she recognizes are limited and besides, it's dangerous for her to be alone. He thought they were clear on that when she promised to never move out on her own.

"Where are we checking next?" Lee asked.

"You go to Tsunade-sama."

"How about you?"

"I'm going to the clearing."

"Good thinking Neji-kun!"

"I'll see you here in an hour."

"Yosh!"

For once, he's appreciative of his teammate's excessive explosion of energy. Lee had exited the scene in his usual youthful fashion before Neji left for their training ground. It seems weird to him that she would be there. But he had to check anyway.

She always complained of that place and how she feels the need to be there everyday. She also complained of her ability with weapons. It's unusual, according to her. He had explained it that they spend most of their time sparring at that spot and that she's truly well-versed with weapons but it didn't seem to help at all.

He thought she disliked the whole concept of being a ninja since she lost her memories. She commented that it was dangerous and violent despite showing a natural interest with the shuriken and the kunai. Another roll of thunder sounded, he quickened his pace.

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"I'm not scared of thunder." She repeated to herself.

She really is not afraid of thunder. But just that time it gave her chills. She had surveyed the area and unfortunately, she found no place to seek refuge. The trees were tall and strong but they hardly provide her a shelter, much less comfort.

A droplet fell on her cheek and she raised her hand, as if to feel more droplets in anticipation. The skies were dark. She knew the rain is going to pour anytime. And she was right. It started with a light drizzle then quickly to a hard rain. She heard the thunder again, followed by a lightning.

She found herself pulling up her knees to her chest under the nearest tree that she could get to. She was soaked and cold. And she was starting to regret going to that place. But she wanted to remember the past- as soon as possible. Neji isn't losing his patience but she is. And despite her dislike of their so-called 'training area', it still is a part of her past- a part of their past.

"I'm not scared…" She said, though sounding less convincing.

A sharp lightning struck, causing her to jolt. She pulled her knees closer while her eyes were shut tightly. It's as if she could feel the warmth flowing from her right temple, as if it was busted open- she could feel the intense pain. She was unsure of how she got the injury. She ran the fastest that she can and she was too frightened to check where she was going.

She stayed that way for what seemed like forever. The rain showed no sign of stopping. The wind was even gustier. And her heartbeat was racing- anxiety, nervousness, fear, she couldn't determine. She wanted to go home but she doubted that she could even stand straight. Her whole body was shaking. She felt exhausted and drained of energy.

She touched her temple, wanting to check why her head was in so much pain. But there was no wound, neither was there blood as she was expecting. But it felt so real, she thought. She couldn't possibly be losing her mind just because of the weather. She did her best to calm down. Panic won't take her anywhere, she realized.

"Neji…" She whispered softly.

But he's not there- and she's going to hear a concerned female voice next. She just knew it. Like it happened before and the scenes are just being replayed. She has called his name several times though she knew he was somewhere else. Why didn't she listen to him when he tried to stop her from leaving? She sighed heavily. It was strange. Were those memories from the past trying to surface at that time? She had no idea.

"Tenten!"

She opened her eyes to the sound of a distinct male voice- definitely concerned yet somewhat angry.

"Ne... Neji?" She uttered, shivering.

"Of course it's me! Just what do you think you're doing? Going out when I told you not to! We've been looking all over for you! We're so worried! I'm so worried! Don't you realize that?"

"Well, are you all right? Say something!" He continued.

He said those words continuously that she couldn't believe it was actually him. What happened to the calm, cool, and collected Neji? But it was somewhat amusing, to see him like that.

"Tenten?" He asked again, shaking her mildly.

"What… what are you doing here?"

It was all that she was able to come up with. They were, of course, at their team's training ground. It's been raining but it was starting to subside. That mission had long been over. Her wounds had long been healed. And it's about time that she returned.

"You've got guts to ask that."

She wanted to say that she was expecting the pink haired medic nin- Sakura and the shinobi wearing a thick coat and a pair of sunglasses- Shino. But that wouldn't make sense. He looked really mad. And because he always smiled back whenever she does, she smiled as she moved closer for a tight hug.

"You say a lot today…" She whispered to his ear.

He stiffened for a moment but then he relaxed when she laughed a little at his reaction.

"I missed you."

"I missed you too." He replied.

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This is the last part of this fic. It started with one chapter and grew into a three part thing, thanks to your encouragement.

I hope you enjoyed it!