Sakura's thoughts
Hinata's thoughts
Naruto's thoughts
Naruto, as usual, was sitting at Ichiraku's. He was buying lunch for Sauske after he lost their sparing match during training. While they were eating, Ino and Shikamaru walked in and placed their orders.
"Gosh Naruto, I've never seen you this sour while you're eating ramen. Are you feeling alright?" Ino looked genuinely worried.
Sauske rolled his eyes. "He's just mad because he lost."
"I am not! I'm just tired that's all."
"You don't have to get so worked up about it Naruto. How troublesome."
Suddenly, Kiba barged in.
"Hey Naruto! I just saw Sakura walking down the street and she was with a total babe!"
With that, all five of them abandoned their seats to go see who this babe was. Sakura was chatting with Hinata and abruptly stopped when she saw all her friends in a rush. She just smiled and waved. Hinata looked to where Sakura was waving and froze.
Naruto's there! This plan is gonna fail! I know it! I'm just gonna end up making a fool of myself in front of Naurto-kun!
"Hi you guys! Why are you all in a hurry?" Sakura just looked from one face to the other, but no one answered. Everyone's eyes were glued on Hinata.
Why are they all looking at me like that?
Hinata was starting to get uncomfortable under all this attention. They were all looking her up and down. She could feel her cheeks starting to get flushed. Ino was the only one that seemed to recognize her, probably because she had already seen her new look yesterday. Ino was the first one to speak up.
"So I see the dress fit you well." Ino said with a smile. She went to give Hinata a hug. Hinata was slightly confused by all the kindness but returned the hug.
All four of the guys looked at Ino like she was crazy. How did Ino know this person? Who was this person?
Sakura was starting to get impatient. "Why don't you guys say hi or something? It's rude to stare."
Kiba only looked at her. "We were waiting for an introduction. I don't believe we've had the pleasure of meeting." He motioned to Hinata.
Hinata only looked at Kiba. They've been on the same team for 4 years and he didn't recognize her! Well, this could be a good opportunity to mess with his head. I mean, he thought they had never met before.
"What do you mean? Of course I've meet you before. Don't you remember me Kiba-kun?"
A little shameless flirting never hurt anyone.
Kiba looked dumbfounded. They had meet before? "Well, I can't say I remember you. What's your name?"
When he said that, Hinata started giggling. Even Sakura turned to look at her.
I thought Hinata liked Naruto! Now here she is obviously flirting with Kiba!
Hinata finally stopped giggling and looked at Kiba. "It's Hinata silly!" She took off her sunglasses, revealing her lavender eyes. No matter how much she changed, her eyes would always give her away.
You could see Kiba's jaw drop to the floor. Naruto kept his gaze on Hinata, as if trying to see if it was some kind of trick. Even Sauske couldn't hide his shock when Hinata revealed herself. Shikamaru refrained from gaping at Hinata because if he did, Ino certainly would not be happy. Once again, Hinata just giggled at them.
She turned to Sakura. "Are we still gonna walk or can we stop off to eat? I'm kind of in the mood for ramen."
Wow, I never knew Hinata had it in her to flirt with Kiba, and then act if she had been saying an innocent hello. This whole confidence thing must be working! She hasn't even blushed around Naruto yet!
"Sure Hinata, we can eat." She and Hinata walked around all their stunned friends and seated themselves at Ichiraku's. They had both ordered by the time everyone returned to their seats.
Naruto was sitting right next to Hinata. She was trying not to act nervous, but she could feel him looking at her. When her food came, she tried to remember to chew before she swallowed, but as he continued looking at her, it became increasingly difficult.
She looks different. A lot different. I can't believe I've never noticed how thin she was, or how nice her smile is. I never even knew she owned a dress. And such a pretty dress at that. I mean, it shows her figure, her legs, her back…wait a minute! This is Hinata you're talking about! You can't think of her like that!
With that thought, Naruto finally looked away. He tried concentrating on his ramen, but no matter how hard he tried, his thoughts always strayed back to the girl sitting next to him.
He finally looked away.
Hinata let out the breath she didn't know she was holding.
"Well, it's been fun you guys but I'm afraid I have to get going. I have to work at the hospital tomorrow and I can't be late."
Sakura was about to leave when Sauske mumbled something incoherent.
"Sorry Sauske, what did you say? I couldn't hear you."
Sauske looked away, "I said I'll walk you home."
"I'll be okay Sauske-kun don't worry."
But Sauske paid no attention. He just started walking out and motioned for her to follow. Sakura said her good byes and left. Ino and Shikamaru also left a little while later, leaving only Kiba, Naruto, and Hinata.
I should get going. I have to get up early tomorrow to train.
"Sorry you guys but I'm gonna head out now. I need to get a good night sleep or I won't be able to wake up tomorrow."
She was getting up to leave when Kiba spoke up.
"It's getting dark. Maybe I should walk you home."
"But Kiba, we live on opposite sides of the city. I don't want to be bothersome."
"Don't worry. It's no trouble at all."
Hinata just nodded and allowed Kiba to lead her out. "Good night Naruto-kun." She smiled and waved at him.
Naruto just grinned. "Good night Hinata-chan."
Kiba took hold of her hand and started walking down the street with her. That made Naruto upset.
How dare he take hold of her hand like that! He has no right to do that! And she just let him! Wait! Why am I so mad? It's not like I'm jealous. No! I'm not jealous; I'm just concerned for my friend. Yeah, that's it! I'm concerned for Hinata!
He paid his bill and started walking home.
Nope, not jealous. Not jealous. Definitely not jealous.
I don't know why but i couldn't think of how to make this chapter. It took me a while...
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