M.D
Naruto Fanfiction AU (Alternate Universe)
Samantha Weiss
CHAPTER 4
"Inhale, Exhale."
Hyuuga Hinata's nervousness can't be explained beyond words. She was scared, scratch that, terrified. The young lady is finally one step closer in becoming a doctor. She waited for years to go this far and finally, her father would be proud of her. Along with these two men with her, they are the new interns who will experience the reality inside the corners of the hospital.
"Inhale, Exhale."
Inuzuka Kiba, the man who is known for his incredible temper is again, testing his patience. He was tapping his foot lightly above the ground, trying his best not to listen at the female intern's breathing exercise. He found the pale-eyed lady cute though, but she was too kind to be his type. The hospital is not a bad place to find ladies, he mused. Hey, the Inuzuka didn't just come here just to be a doctor; he's here for female doctors.
"Inhale, Exhale."
Aburame Shino was standing on the corner, cool as usual. Surprisingly, he is quite excited (although his face doesn't show his emotions), becoming a doctor is one of his life goals. Though the rest of his clan members were police officers and prosecutors, he wanted to do a different job. Being a doctor, he noted, would make your name known throughout the country (despite of his shady outfit).
"Inhale..."
"…"
"Miss, are you okay?" Kiba asked. He was worried; the young lady didn't exhaled and was holding her breath for god knows how long.
Hinata finally breathed again as she hid her blush, "I-I'm s-sorry. It's m-my way of r-relaxing." She stutters a lot, fiddling her fingers. "I-I'm s-s-scared."
"It's obvious though," The canine-like lad bluntly said. "It's okay, all of us are." He smiled warmly.
"I never said that I'm scared, Kiba." Shino said, in a low-pitched tone. "Why? Because-"
"I'm Inuzuka Kiba, by the way." He interrupted Shino, face plastered with a huge grin. "That glum male right there is Aburame Shino; we've been classmates for eternity."
"I-I'm Hinata, H-Hyuuga Hinata." She nodded in agreement. She's not used to introduce herself casually to strangers, but she knew she needs to open herself up to become a great doctor.
"Ah, you're a Hyuuga. You must've studied privately; the Hyuuga clan is famous in the medical field." Shino was right; they're the number one when it comes to medical and health care, along with the Uchihas. Almost all of their clan's members pursue in becoming doctors, nurses, medics or any health-related jobs and profession. "Then why are you having your intern in a general hospital? I've heard the Hyuugas have their own medical institution."
"I wanted to meet new people and experience a new environment." Hinata smiled, "My cousin is a doctor in this hospital."
Shino nodded, "It's good for you to get out of your shell once in a while. I wish you good luck, Hyuuga-san." The stoic male offered a handshake in which Hinata shyly accepted.
"H-Hinata would be f-fine, we're going to be co-workers after all." The pale-eyed lady smiled. She started to feel comfortable with her new companions.
They fell silent again until Kiba spoke, hands at the back of his head. "Man, it's unnerving. I wonder how the other doctors look like."
"I say we are the best doctors!"
A loud booming voice echoed around the room. The three interns turned around and saw a blinding yellow-haired doctor who was smiling in a wide and bright manner.
"You must be the new interns! I'm Dr. Uzumaki Naruto, from the surgical wing."
The three interns stood up and bowed politely when they knew he is their senior, "Good day, Dr. Uzumaki." The trio greeted formally.
Opposite on what they expected, Naruto only scratched his head and smiled even widely. "No need to be formal guys, it's quite flattering. Anyway, we should get going, the administration wants the three of you to be on your assigned area right away." Before he could walk straight to the door, he remembered something, "I almost forgot, what are your names?"
"I'm Inuzuka Kiba, glad to be on your service!"
"I'm Aburame Shino, sir."
"I-I'm H-Hyuu-ga H-"
Before Hinata could finish her introduction, the yellow-haired doctor interrupted. "Ah, you must be Hyuuga Hinata, Dr. Hyuuga Neji's cousin. He told me you're shy, so I should be careful in talking with you. Don't worry, we won't bite or anything." As if Hinata saw a celebrity, her face was red like a tomato when he saw Naruto with sparks and shine.
"Hinata-san, are you alright?" Kiba asked, as the three confused males looked worried at her collapsing state.
"Umm, don't worry. I'm fine, a little nervous, that's all." Hinata managed to smile a bit, also trying to avoid the bright-haired doctor's gaze.
"Alright then, let's get the three of you go to work!" Naruto grinned brightly, making the three new interns more nervous than ever.
An envelope was handed to Sasuke. It was an invitation to study in the Otogakure with the renowned doctor, Orochimaru. He was waiting for this since forever, but why should it be given today.
"Remember Mr. Uchiha, this is only a one-time offer. Decline this and you won't receive any invitation anymore."
He stared at the envelope quietly for a second, his decision finally made.
'This is for her.' Sasuke thought for the last time and immediately signed the contract before he could change his mind.
"Excellent choice, Mr. Uchiha. We'll leave tomorrow afternoon."
'This is for her.' He kept a straight face whilst gripping his knuckles out of regret.
'For her.'
"Oi, Sasuke – teme." A loud voice snapped the onyx – eyed doctor from his daydream. "What were you thinking?"
"Shut up, Naruto." Sasuke sneered to his best friend. Clearly this yellow – haired idiot of a doctor doesn't value personal space. Naruto smiled wildly again, almost to a wolfish grin.
"Your must be thinking about a girl! Hohoho! You really are a man Sasuke! Tell me, is she pretty? Tell me! Tell me! Tel-"
"I told you to shut up, moron." He immediately smacked Naruto, leaving a red mark on his face.
"Well, I was just asking!" He rubbed his stinging cheeks while pouting, just then he remembered what was the reason he came. "Anyway, the interns already arrive. One of them, Ms. Hyuuga Hinata, will be your assistant for a moment."
"A Hyuuga?" He hesitated. He never got to talk with another Hyuuga other than Neji, who was his senior, and Tenten, Neji's wife. He knew that the Hyuuga is a powerful clan like his. But having a Hyuuga as an assistant, he thought he wouldn't live to see that day.
"Good evening, Dr. Uchiha." A young girl appeared beside Naruto. She bowed courteously and smiled, "I'm Hyuuga Hinata, I'm much pleased to be working with you."
"Hn." He muttered, Sasuke can't say anything more. Hinata is fragile and ladylike, and he hardly deals with people like that. He doubt where will their partnership go.
As soon as Naruto noticed Hinata's disappointment with Sasuke's reply, he started to show his beam of smile again. "Don't worry Hinata – chan! Sasuke is an idiot but I'm sure he's thrilled to work with you!"
Hinata's smile grew as a blush crept on her face. Sasuke noticed this and was entirely surprised. No woman reacted like that to Naruto's antics and shenanigans ever. 'That's a first.' Sauske thought.
"As much as I love to stay, I need to go. I have an appointment to attend with." Naruto was about to exit, "Good luck on your first day, Hinata – chan!" He cheered before going out, leaving a flustered Hyuuga and an amused Uchiha.
Sasuke clapped his hands once to snap Hinata on her daze. She started to get shy again, just as she saw Sasuke's serious façade again.
"Well, let's get to work Ms. Hyuuga."
Just as Naruto opened to exit, he nearly stumbled over a familiar pink – haired woman, who happened to eavesdrop. She's none other than Dr. Haruno Sakura.
"Sakura? Don't tell me you already adapted Ino's gossiping skills?"
"Shut up Naruto, I was just about to open the door when you already opened it!" She said, while punching Naruto's face. Here goes her legendary strength.
"Ouch! Why does everybody likes to hurt me these days?!" He was easing the pain of his cheek, and notice Sakura behaving hesitantly. "Oi Sakura - chan, what's wrong?"
"Um, Ms. Hyuuga is Sasuke's intern assistant, right? It is obvious she fidgeted although Sakura always kept a brave face.
"Yeah, Tsunade – obaachan assigned Hinata – chan herself. I don't know why but there must be reason."
They silently stood still, in a daze. It was awkward, not until "Why did you asked? So, you're really stalking us! Hahahaha! Sakura is a stalker! Sakura is a stalker Saku-"
"SHUT UP!" She yelled with fury and kick the yellow – haired doctor AND idiot to the next corner of the hospital.