Understand Woman! I Love You!
DON'T IGNORE THIS CHAPTER! IT IS VITAL FOR THE NEXT ONE!
I am very evil...MUAHAHAHAHAHAHAH! This is a nejiten chapter so...I guess you'll have to wait for next chapter to find out what's happening with Sakura. I love writing about that little pulse, it's so cute but remember, it might not be what you think it is. It's either:
a) has a monster inside of her like sasuke
b) a cute wittle uchiha baby
c) the signs of immortality are beginning to show
d) i just put it there for fun and leave you on edge by not explainin it
NOW! READ THE CHAPTER, IT WAS A PAIN IN THE ASS TRYING TO KEEP NEJI STOIC WHILE TRYING TO-
I almost said what would happen, oh, you people are very smart. But I will shut up...now.
wait! i'm going to delete the notice thingy, okay, just incase you see a loss in chapters.
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'For the love of all things that are holy!'
Currently, Tenten was in a very awkard state. She had been dragged away, literally, back to her room by a very pissed Hyuga. It wasn't even her who started that fight, Karin did. The stupid bimbo punched Sakura in the face! Who wouldn't stand up for their friend in that situation? Tenten was certainly having none of it, so she took matters into her own hands.
Sakura had been taken by Sasuke, the guests were all trying to get a peek at the fight but a dangerous roar from Sasuke made them scurry back. Neji just had to show up at the time Tenten was gaining the upper hand. She's had a hold of Karin's red hair and her other hand was around her throat. It was truly a sight, Tenten's legs were on each side of Karin's back and Karin was creaming like a banshee.
Neji had grabbed Tenten by the waist and ran off! With her! She didn't know what happened to Ino or Karin, her mind was occupied trying to get away from the fuming vampire. How Hinata and this..this bastard were related was beyond her knowledge.
" Neji!" She shouted while punching his back with sore fists," Put me down, my legs haven't broken, you twat."
But she got silence as an answer, Neji opened the door to the room and banged it shut behind them. Tenten winced as the loud bang rang through her ears like an echo. Neji strode to the bathroom and locked the door behind him, then setting Tenten on the counter. Obviously Tenten tried to escape but two hands on each side of her stopped the escape strategy.
The look in Neji's eyes was feral, they almost held and animalistic gleam to them. Tenten was one of many to have suffered Sakura's death glare so this look didn't scare her, but it made her a tiny bit nervous.
Neji's face was mere inches from hers but the wall mirrored wall behind her prevented moving back. So she took the glare like the proud woman she was and waited for the question which she had already planned her answer for. But after a minute of intense eye contact she grew impatient and blabbed out her answer, although, some of it had been changed.
" Look, she fucking started it! She punched Sakura in the face and Sakura banged into the wall and then I did what any friend would do and jumped her, but then Amaya started attacking Sakura and Karin fuckin' kicked me in the shin and it actually kinda hurt but then Karin went all wakko and Ino split her lip and nearly fainted so I had to take Karin on and then she started bitch slapping me like a hussy and stuff but I beat the shit out of her and everything turned out fine."
(A/N try saying that without taking a breath except for the pause. so you can imagine how tenten looks right about now.)
Tenten took a very needed deep breath and sagged against the mirror. Neji still had the gleam in his eyes. Then without warning he pulled her off the counter and swung her around to face the mirror, not taking his hands from around her waist. Tenten stared back at herself in the mirror, and she was shocked to say the least.
Dark gashes ran from the side of her face to her chin, blood flowed from her lip where Karin had banged her head against the wall. Her arms were bruised beyon recognition and her shirt had two rips in it. Karin really did a number on her, but she could just imagine what she looked like right now because Tenten was very angry during that fight.
Neji saw her eyes widen a fraction before looking straight into her eyes in the mirror.
" 'Everything turned out fine.'" He mimicked.
Neji was about 4 inches taller that Tenten, which meant hiding her expression from him was impossible. She couldn't cover her face with her hair, although he wouldn't see it in the mirror, all her had to do was look down at her face. She expected a lecture, to be grounded to the bedroom until Neji says so. But he let her go and opened one of the many cupboards in the bathroom.
Tenten stood where she was, not moving incase she makes him more angry, if possible. Tenten wasn't really close with Neji as the other girls were with the other boys. Her type of boyfriend had always been the lively, fun type. A lot like Naruto but she wouldn't dare go after another woman's man, she thought that Hinata was a perfect match for Naruto. Opposites attract is the saying to describe their relationship.
But with Neji, it was always organized, serious and...several sticks up the ass. He was too contained for Tenten and she found his attitude a bit rude to be honest. She wouldn't deny that he was good looking, that long silky hair just fitted him perfectly. But she'd never had the experience of running her hands through it, that would be like a loving affection kind of thing. She and Neji just didn't click, the fated were wrong for once. She didn't suit Neji, Neji deserved one of those woman in the ballroom. Someone who could stand proudly beside him and give him anything he wants and needs without any questions asked.
Her train of thought stopped when Neji lifted her up to the counter again, this time setting a medical kit beside her. She let him clean her up, not flinching away even when it hurt. When he moved to her face, she didn't look him in the eye. She didn't want to see the look in his eyes that she's seen in many other eyes. Pity. That word is like taboo for Tenten, and Sakura now that she thought about it.
She admired Sakura for many things. Her defensive nature that let's her stand up for herself when the time is needed. Her personality, first impressions are no use with Sakura. One time she'll be sweet and innocent, leading you into a false sense of security. But then, do something to piss her off and you'll think it's a completely different person.
But, most of all, she love Sakura's pride. Obviously Tenten knew what happened with Sakurs's childhood. Sakura's pride couldn't be matched by anyone, it wasn't the sort of pride that your thoughts of her would be 'selfish bitch'. It was the sort that you'd be jelous of, she takes pride in herself as well as other people. She doesn't want protection, she doesn't want gifts because Sakura would feel that she's troubling the person when she's actually not.
A sharp stinging pain on Tenten's side of her face stopped her thoughts once again., probably the gashes she saw earlier. She looked down at her battered hand and noticed the hand Neji was leaning on the counter with was very close to hers. Her hand was tiny compared to Neji's, she felt small and delicate just realizing this. Neji could do anything to her and not bat an eyelid. That's what she didn't like, she didn't like to feel overpowered, just by looking at Neji you can tell he's very skilled in fighting. Broad shoulders that looked like he could balance the world on them without breaking a sweat. The sense of mystery and danger, any girl could fall for him, so why Tenten didn't even spare him a glance was an infuriating question to answer.
So, she moved her hand to her lap but it didn't go unnoticed by Neji, who tightened his grip on the counter. The bathroom was deadly quiet except the steady breathing of Neji and the heavy breathing of Tenten.
10 minutes later
Most of the pain had went away and all that was left was a few stings here and there but over all, Tenten was fine.
" They'll heal completely if you rest for now." Neji said while putting the medical kit back where it came from.
Tenten frowned before asking, " Why can't I heal as fast as you guys?"
Neji face remained expressionless as he unlocked the bathroom door, holding it open for Tenten.
" Your just new to this, but you'll get stronger through time..."
There seemed to be something missing at the end of that sentence but Tenten decided not to push and walked out of the bathroom.
Little did she know that Neji answered her unspoken question in a whisper so quiet not even he hear himself, " ...Just like I hope you'll love me in time."
While Neji was having his own personal trauma, Tenten grabbed her PJs before heading to her closet to change.
Neji sat on the bed consulting with himself, she'd never love him in time and he didn't know why. He gave her a home to love, he offered her gifts but she refused, he's saved her life plenty of times. He takes care of her and gets nothing in return.
The click of a door opening followed by soft feet padding on the carpet caught Neji's attention.
" Tenten."
Tenten stopped walking when she heard her name, had he found out she stole his scone at breakfast this morning?
' Oh shit!' Tenten thought as she stood unmoving.
Neji stood and turned to face her.
" Why do you refuse everything I've offered?" He asked.
Tenten was dumbfounded, why this all of a sudden? Normally he's not so straight forward.
" B-because I don't want it." She answered, suddenly nervous.
Neji's eyes narrowed.
" I don't need that stuff." She said trying to save herself.
Neji appeared infront of her in and instant and Tenten took a step back.
" Then what do you need?" Neji said, he was pushing her but he needed answers, now.
" Nothing! I don't need anything from you, so just leave me alone." Tenten said hotly before making an attempt to walk past him, but her hand was engulfed by a much larger one.
" Your my mate, leaving you alone is near impossible for me. Why do you keep refusing...me?" His voice was hinted with sheer agony and his his eyes questioning but Tenten didn't notice. She was more concerned about the hand surrounding hers, he could break it any minute.
So she tried to pull away but Neji wouldn't let her.
" Answer me Tenten." He said with a little force.
Tenten looked up at him through narrowed eyes, she wasn't in the mood for this. So with the last burst of energy she had left, she pushed him back while she pulled free from his grasp.
" You wanna know!" She shouted," It's because I don't like this. It's all serious and stupid and I'm not the type of girl to go straight into something that I know I wont be happy with. Tell you what, why don't I go get one of those bitchy girls down there that I'm sure would want to be here in my place! Why the hell are you pushing me so much?"
" Because I love you!" Neji shouted over her, his face mere inches from hers.
Tears fell from Tenten's eyes. What could he know about love?
" That's because you're forced!" She screeched, pushing him back again and letting the liquid fall from her eyes. " You don't love me, you don't know anyth-"
" I love the way you smell."
It was almost a whisper but Tenten heard it clearly.
" I love your voice, it's irreplaceable when you laugh. I love it when you make me mad, then try to squirm your way out of it. I love the way you hog all the bed covers, the way you shout, the way you sit, the way you walk, the things you talk about. I love your passions, your eyes, your lips, cheeks, stomach, legs, ears, hair." He saw Tenten fidget with her buns," I love your mind, I love the way you bite your lip, the way your hips sway, I love how much you love your friends, I love your hands, I love touching you even if it's just for a second before you push me away. God dammit, woman! I love you!"
Her tears sparkled as they slipped down her cheeks onto her chin. Tenten felt like she couldn't breath.
Neji's head was down. His hair covering his face, never in his immortal life told someone he loved them. Not eve his parents and it was only now that he told Tenten he loved her.
She couldn't take it anymore, so she ran. She ran right past him and he didn't try to stop her, not even lifting his head.
She sped to Sakura's room, after much practicing, her and Sakura had devised a map to each persons room. Tenten already memorized Sakura's room by heart because she knew that was the one place she'd be okay. But Tenten wasn't prepared for what awaited her in Sakura's room.
Her tears had dried and left marks on her face but she didn't care, Sakura could make anyone stop crying. Tenten rushed open Sakura's door but stopped as soon as her feet hit the soft carpet. The sound coming from the bathroom haunted her,
'Sakura!' Tenten yelled in her mind. The bathroom door was ajar, and when Tenten stepped in, her tears started all over again.
There sat Sakura, her petite figure sitting on the counter with her head at her knees. Tears escaped her and dripped onto the floor. Sakura was crying.
" Sakura?" Tenten whispered with a strained voice, she made her way over to the weeping girl and hugged her form. Sakura was holding something in her hand, something..white.
Tenten gently lifted Sakura's hand from under her thy and stared at her hand. Sakura was grasping three plastic tubes, all of them were the same.
" Oh...Sakura." Tenten whispered and the two girls cried for each of their reasons.
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*dodges torches and pitch forks* OKAY! THAT'S ENOUGH! now, i will work very hard on the next chapter so don't worry.
And to Kiari Ferrari- YES! Indeed i can end it on a higher cliff, MUAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
REMEMBER, IM GOING TO DELETTE THE NOTICE!
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