AN: Ok, first off, sorry for not updating sooner. I have no excuse except everything I wrote was crap. Second, I totally screwed up the last chapter. Seriously, I did! When I wrote it I completely forgot that Sasuke wasn't supposed to aknowledge that he liked her...so now I'm having to skip like three chapters. SO...yeah. The story is developing faster than I'd have liked it to. Sorry.
Also, in response to a few reviews. I'm so glad you all love Hanabi, Neji, and Tenten. Yes I know that Neji is a protective freak, but I think that side of him is so...amusing. Tenten is probably my favorite character to write so I'm glad you think she's awesome.
Sasuke and Hinata are both Seventeen (11th grade). Neji and Tenten are a year older.
I've noticed that a few of you don't quite understand Sasuke's and Naruto's family positions. Both of their families are alive, so yeah. It wouldn't work for their personalities (in my opinion) if they were both orphans. So now instead of having the alone and sad thing going for them, they've got the mild rich boy syndrome. You know, the one were they're more cocky and angry at their parents. They act like they have no problems when really they have a lot at home...that kind...and that's the best I can explain it without going into major details...
Enjoy.
Monday. Monday had never been Hinata's favorite day of the week. Teachers were bitchy, school work was lame, and no matter how many persuasive essays you sent to the TV companies, they refused to play any decent shows.
And yet, sitting anxiously in her fifth period class, the blue haired girl managed to find another reason to direct her hatred to the fateful day. The damn bell never seemed to ring.
She needed to find Tenten. She managed to see her that morning, but only for a second before Neji dragged her away to their class. A smile came to her face thinking about the two. They were so cute together, not that they'd ever admit it.
Lavender eyes wandered around the room, not looking at anything in particular. This class was dragging on for forever and as much of a teacher's pet, goody two shoes she is, she wanted to get the hell out.
As soon as the bell rang she was one of the first out of the classroom. She wove her way through the thick crowds of the hallways intent on finding her brown haired friend. But, her thoughts were interrupted when she spotted a certain dark haired Uchiha pushing through a door to her left.
Turning to follow the boy, she pale eyed girl didn't notice as Tenten came down the hall, her own brown eyes scanning for the Hyuuga heiress.
Sasuke glanced over his shoulder hearing the door open and close behind him. Seeing Hinata he only gave her a blank look that made her nervous.
"H-hello, Uchiha-san. H-have you seen N-naruto?" She asked, gripping her bag nervously. She didn't know quite why she was nervous. All she knew was that the butterflies in her stomach seemed to go crazy every time those cool obsidian orbs gazed at her.
Sasuke paused for a moment as he gazed out the window to the courtyard below. His dark eyes settled on his blonde friend who was shamelessly hitting on the girls that flocked to him. "Nope." He lied, glancing back at her.
"Oh…" Silence reigned over the empty classroom as they both stood there, Hinata staring at the ground and Sasuke staring at her.
The girl glanced up hearing a sigh from the other. Sitting on top of a desk he motioned for her to sit on the one across from him. She quickly complied, her gaze still fixed on the cold tile flooring.
"So, I hear you and the Dobe have made up?" She couldn't see his face, but she already knew what expression he would have. She knew he most likely had one eyebrow up as he gave her that all knowing look he was so famous for.
Glancing up she confirmed her suspicions. "Y-yeah. Kind of. He c-called me last night and explained e-everything." She answered.
Once again they didn't speak, but Hinata found herself mesmerized as her eyes lingered on the Uchiha. She had always known that Sasuke was handsome. That was common knowledge in this school, even for people like her.
But as he sat before her, the sun running in broken strands over his body and his eyes trained to the window, she couldn't help but really notice how strikingly attractive he actually is. Everything about him seemed to glow as she watched him, that feeling in her stomach coming back again. Heat rushed to her face when lilac met with black as he turned back to her.
"What?" he asked, referring to why she had been staring at him.
"Oh," She looked away, as though a little surprised. "N-nothing."
Sasuke looked away again, his eyes closing. He knew he liked the Hyuuga, there was no denying that. But, she was dating Naruto. Even if he is the biggest jerk in the world, he's still his best friend. Besides, he didn't have the heart to tell her the truth.
"S-Sasuke?" His dark eyes shot back to her hearing that. A heavy blush crawled up her neck and covered her face when she realized what she's said. "Oh…u-umm…I'm sorry. I m-meant U-Uchiha-san…" She stammered, embarrassed.
Sasuke smirked as he stood and placed his hands on the desk she was sitting on, his body leaning over hers and their faces only a few inches apart. "What did I tell you about saying you're sorry?" He reminded, pleased as her blush deepened. "And I think I like just Sasuke better."
Hinata's face felt like it was on fire. She could feel Sasuke's body heat and his warm breath as he continued to hover over her, his lithe fingers playing with her long hair.
She felt like she couldn't breathe. Her body shook as her heart beat quickened. She just wanted to be closer to the Uchiha. She wanted to trace her fingers across the smooth skin of his jaw.
Never before had Hinata had such a strong need to just be close to someone. And the thought scared her a little.
"Umm…U-Uchiha-san. You're a little c-close." She managed, her voice sounding a little too panicked and breathy. Sasuke moved back a little, giving her a comfortable distance as he looked into her face.
"Just call me Sasuke, ok?" He asked, a soft expression on his face. Hinata nodded numbly, not really knowing how to read his expression. Sasuke Uchiha wasn't known for being kind. And although she had personally witnessed his kindness, she had never seen him look this caring.
"Good. Now what were you going to ask me?" He questioned, leaning back onto his own desk. Hinata shifted on her desk, missing his warmth.
Sasuke observed her as her eyes fell down and she pushed her fingers together nervously. "Th-this is probably going to be awkward for you since h-he is your b-best friend," She started, getting more and more uncomfortable as she spoke. "But…d-do you think it was st-stupid of me to accept his apology?"
Hinata was right. That was an awkward question. Of course Sasuke wanted to tell her that yes, it was stupid and that she should just forget about him. He wanted to just tell her all about Naruto and how much of an ass he is. But looking into her lavender orbs Sasuke knew he couldn't.
She wasn't looking for the truth, she just wanted reassurance. She wanted him to tell her and she was right and that everything would work out. Sighing he stood and walked over to her.
Hooking his fingers under her chin he tilted her head so their eyes met. "No, it wasn't stupid." He reasoned, moving his hand from her chin to her cheek. "I just don't think he deserves you."
Hinata's eyes widened as he spoke, her heart beat increasing. The loud pounding in her chest distracting her from seeing the door open revealing the friend she had been looking for earlier.
Sasuke however, noticed and extracted his hand, the tips of his fingers running across the sensitive skin of her neck. Smirking he turned to the door. "See you later, Hinata."
Tenten watched silently as Sasuke left, closing the door behind him. Her brown eyes turned to the still frozen Hyuuga clutching the edge of the desk as she tried to control her blush.
Tenten couldn't help but smile at her flustered friend. "Well, well. Looks like Hinata's getting some tonight." She teased.
"Tenten! St-stop that." Hinata complained as her blush only increased.
"You know Hinata. I always knew you were kinky deep, deep down. I mean, you're always so quiet there's got to be some seriously dirty stuff going on in that mind of yours." Tenten crossed the room to her friend, giving her a disapproving look. "But in a classroom? And in the middle of the day no less? What would Neji say?"
"N-nothing happened. We were just…we were just talking." She defended, giving her friend a pout. "But please don't tell Neji-nii. He'll kill me."
"Oh relax Hinata, of course I won't tell. That guy is way too uptight. He'd probably make you take a pregnancy test if a guy so much as got your shirt off." She laughed.
"Tenten!"
Sasuke couldn't help but smile as he walked down the hallway, his hands shoved in his pockets. He had thought he would have to give up on the girl. But after seeing her reaction to him during lunch, he realized there was no way in hell he was doing that.
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Detention that day was rather tedious. Asuma told them that they all had to actually do work today, which was promptly ignored by everyone accept Hinata who finished it all in ten minutes.
She had tried to start a conversation with Sasuke but every time they made eye contact that fluttery feeling came back, making her nervous as hell. She didn't know why she was feeling like that. She figured she was probably just getting sick.
Detention let out and the two walked out together. Sasuke shot a glance at the teen beside him, thin fingers running smoothly through his cobalt hair as he quickened his pace, adding more distance to his stride.
He thought back to earlier, during lunch. Hinata's response to their close proximity had intrigued him. And when the Uchiha was intrigued, he did anything to make his enjoyment last longer.
Sasuke took several long steps past the girl, smirking at her crestfallen face; she must have thought he was going to leave. Turning in a half circle, the Uchiha faced Hinata, laughing to himself at her surprised expression as he continued walking.
"What, never seen someone walk backwards before?" He questioned. Sasuke raised a thin eyebrow, peering intently at the violet eyed teen.
Hinata pressed her fingers together, a blush crawling up the back of her neck as a light smile tugged its way to her lips.
"Ano…Sa-Sasuke. I have. Just never…you." Hinata focused her eyes downward, seemingly fascinated with the darkly colored asphalt. She had never really seen this side of the normally stoic boy. It brought back those feelings she remembered so vividly from earlier.
The blush made its way steadily to her face, tinting Hinata's rosy hue. Quite amused at her flustered appearance, Sasuke shifted to Hinata's side once more, running a finger down the side of the girls face.
Hinata squirmed at the contact, that now familiar sensation in her stomach increasing. Her blush deepened as an extremely bemused expression settled on Sasuke's face.
"You had something on your face. It looked pretty bad." Laughing lightly, Sasuke rested his onyx eyes on the blue haired girl as her face turned an interesting shade of red. "So, I'm assuming you need a ride again?" Hinata opened her mouth, but didn't get the chance to answer.
"Hinata! Hinata-chan!" Sasuke twitched visibly seeing the bright eyed blonde coming closer.
"Naruto." Sasuke acknowledged, his tone not very welcoming.
"Oh, hey Sasuke. You won't mind if I take her right?" He asked, moving closer to
Hinata. "She is my girlfriend after all." She felt his arm snake around her waist
and pull her closer.
She blushed hearing him say she was his girlfriend. The moment she had been waiting for, for years had finally come. But she wasn't as happy as she thought she would be. She must really be getting sick.
Sasuke had known Naruto long enough to be able to read him. He had come here for
a reason. He felt threatened, and that made the proud Uchiha smirk in content.
"How considerate of you to come and get her. Making up for lost times I see."
Sasuke scoffed.
"Someone jealous?" Naruto threw Sasuke a toothy grin, his face radiating an emotion that took Sasuke a moment to track; smugness.
"Not in the least." Sasuke shot the blue haired girl a glance before continuing. "I just find it amazing that you were actually working on your project the other day. It's not very like you."
Naruto drew Hinata closer, tightening his hold into a vice grip around the girl's waist.
"Well, my dad said if I wanted a girlfriend then I'd have to bring my grades up." He turned his blue eyes to the uncomfortable girl. "I did it all for you, ya know…" Naruto simpered, lips turned upward into a smile as Sasuke glared at him. Scoffing, the raven haired teen turned away.
"Play nice Naruto…" He seethed, stuffing his hands in his pockets.
"Don't worry – I always do."
Sasuke took several long strides towards his car as he watched Naruto, his arm still wrapped tightly around Hinata, turn in the opposite direction. This was going to be interesting all right. He had never truly fought with Naruto, but he had a good feeling that he would very soon.
AN:I hope that was worth the wait. As you can see, yes Hinata is starting to like Sasuke, and no, she isn't acknowledging it...at least not yet. But! The fight for the Hyuuga heiress is on! I wonder who will win! Not really since I'm the author and this story is in the sasuhina section...but w.e...till next time. Dont forget to review!
PS: I'd like to publicly thank my beta Brightimpression for helping me through this chapter. I wouldn't have been able to post now f not for her. Love ya!
