Hi everyone ! I wish you a happy new year ! Sorry for being so late, I just couldn't find time to translate the story anymore since I have a few exams coming soon, I hope you will forgive me and enjoy this chapter 8 ! The next one should be uploaded at the end of January so follow the story if you want to be updated ! Anyways, have fun !
Chapitre 8 : Homecoming and doubts
So much light. All was white. Too luminous. Hinata closed her eyes immediately. What had happened to her ? Had she been sleeping like this for a long time ? Where was she right now ? Was the mission in Tsuki just a dream ? The mission in Tsuki ! A flash of images appeared behind her closed eyelids. Her fall in the forest. The broken windows. Kiba, Lee and Sai in great danger. Her revolving heaven. The violent death of the rebel of Tsuki. Her last strength concentrated in her Lightning gentle fist. Her eyelids closing.
All this really happened. Now, she perfectly remembered it all. She slowly and progressively opened her eyes. She was in Konoha, in the hospital. She knew by heart those white bedrooms, luminous with white curtains separating all the beds. She also immediately recognized the eternal smell of cold soup and detergent. She rose her arm to put it above the bed cover.
Intense pain in her thorax. She remembered the earth cylinder that had hit her right in the ribs. Judging by the pain, some of those that'd suffered the impact had probably been crushed.
She noticed that several needles were planted in her arm and that a couple of perfusions were linked to them. « Of course… I must have been in unconscious for a quite long moment » thought Hinata. On the contrary, she saw that her skin was mostly intact on its whole surface and she realized that her wounds were mostly gone. In fact, she could feel that the biggest part of her pain was just a residue of her past injuries and that everything in her body was back to normal. Good. She wouldn't have to stay there any longer. Hinata voluptuously spread her legs and arms with a weird face caused by her sudden pain. She deeply breathed and yawned. She felt incredibly happy when she remembered that all her friends were safe and sound, because she could remember that when she fainted, she'd seen all the fights almost simultaneously come to an end. Hinata had succeeded in protecting her friends, this made her smile, but her joy quickly faded. In fact, she hadn't been able to stand up again after her last attack. If only she could have made to the end of the journey… But she hadn't. So she couldn't consider the mission as a success for her. « Again, I was too weak » thought the young woman, cursing herself. She didn't have the time to curse herself anymore as she suddenly heard Kiba's voice in front of the bedroom's door.
- … As soon as she wakes up, I'll tell Ino and Sakura. I guess they'll examine her one last time just to make sure she's fine and then you'll all come visit her, it'll make her happy. And, maybe we could all hang out together, I'm sure she'd love it.
Hinata had immediately recognized Kiba's voice, though, she wasn't able to hear the other person's voice. Anyways, she'd find out sooner or later. A couple of seconds later, she decided to call her friend.
- Kiba ? She asked, raising her voice a little.
She was still weak and so was her voice. Despite her feeble voice, she heard the door being opened and recognized the characteristic sound of steps approaching behind the curtain. Suddenly, he appeared with a great smile. He quickly advanced towards Hinata and took her in his arms. She couldn't help smiling, it was a familiar embrace, comforting. But when it stopped, Kiba looked at her with eyes full of reproach.
- You were not supposed to sacrifice for us all, you idiot ! Captain of a team or not, this was not your role, he said angrily.
- Of course it was my role ! Who else could have done it ? If I didn't do this, one of you might have died ! She replied with defying eyes.
Kiba sighed, scratched the top of his head and smiled.
- You never change, Hinata.
- Never, ever, she answered with a beautiful and luminous smile.
- Still, you put your life in terrible danger when you used your chakra, calmly said Kiba again.
- Yes, I know you're right but… We had to get rid of them once and for all. We had no idea what they were capable of. By sacrificing all the chakra I had left, I made sure that none of you was risking anything anymore, explained the Hyûga heiress. And it was a good plan.
- Yeah, risking your life, what a terrific plan ! He said.
After a few seconds contemplating him, she noticed how tall he was now and how quick he'd grown up. Not only physically. Yes it was true, Kiba was stronger than before, more muscly, and taller too, but he'd also become more serious, more reasonable. This thought made her smile. Hinata was deeply proud of him. Her friend sat next to her and put a hand in her hair, stroking her slowly.
- A few shields could have endured the shocks yours has, you've become really strong. When I saw your Blazing Revolving Heaven, I immediately thought you'd become as strong as Neji.
Hinata's heart started to beat more quickly. Did Kiba really mean what he just said ? Did she truly become as strong as Neji ? Still, it didn't matter. She had to keep up and make more efforts everyday, because she wasn't strong enough yet.
- By the way, added Kiba, I'm not the only one saying it. Everyone talked about your incredible behavior on our way back from Tsuki. You've really become powerful, Hinata. And… It surprised me a lot but… Sasuke said it too.
- Thank you so much, Kiba, she murmured, thinking again about what he'd just said. Tell me, can you explain what happened at the end of the fights ?
- Well yeah. First of all, you should know that we've arrived only four days ago. At the end of the fights, Sakura examined you. She said you had to be carried immediately to Konoha. Sai took you there on one of his flying ink creature animated by chakra. I was told that you had arrived only two days after leaving Tsuki and four days after this, we were here too. To make it clearer, you stayed unconscious for 10 days. And… When we all came here, everyone came here to see you. We were several thinking we owed you a lot.
Hinata smiled even more. She had rarely felt such a pure happiness. All her friends were safe and sound, here in the village.
- Oh man, I almost forgot ! Exclaimed Kiba, suddenly putting a hand on his forehead, sighing. I have to go tell Sakura.
He stood up and left the room in a second. A few moments later, discreet steps could be heard, approaching the room and soon, entering it. The young woman with the pink hair appeared from behind the curtain, a huge smile painted on her face.
- I see you finally woke up ! She chanted, approaching towards Hinata.
- Yes, finally, she approved.
- I'm going to examine you. I have to check how tired you are, your lesions and your ability to walk, explained Sakura.
She took the needle off of Hinata's pale skin. Then, she examined her and tested her reactions to make sure she was ready to leave the hospital. Once this was done, she told Hinata to go back to sleep and to get some rest until the evening. Then, she'd be free to go. Sakura with a big smile on her face went out of the room to call Kiba. They came back together.
- So, as I was saying, she's almost perfectly fine and all her bruises are gone. Although, she'll still have some chest pains during a few days and maybe she'll struggle walking at the beginning but she'll be able to go home tonight, explained Sakura. That'd be great if you could go to her house and tell her family.
Kiba smiled, looking at Hinata.
- That's awesome, Hinata ! I'm going right now, he answered. Oh and by the way, Sakura. I talked with Sasuke before Hinata woke up and I told him I'd tell the others when she'd wake up. Also I suggested that we all come see her and that we go out to eat. What do you think about it ?
- Yeah totally ! That's a great idea, what do you think Hinata ?
- Sure ! Quickly answered the Hyûga heiress. I can't wait to get out of here and to see you all again.
- Okay, that's perfect ! But not before tonight, please let her rest this afternoon and come again to see her around six o'clock, said Sakura with a serious tone.
- Alrighty doc ! Got it ! Said Kiba, waving at them and then disappearing behind the curtain.
Sakura contemplated him while he walked out the room. Hinata let her body fall on the bed and her head relax on the pristine, immaculate and clean pillows of the hospital. So now she knew… It was Sasuke that came to see her and that spoke with Kiba a bit earlier in front of her door…
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Hinata was woken up by the noise of the opening door of her bedroom as well as numerous voices that suddenly echoed in it. It was a very strange feeling, waking up as if she'd simply gone to bed and not waking up after several days. Strange, but pleasant. Sakura opened the curtain wide so that everyone could get near Hinata's bed and see her. They all smiled at her.
- Finally, we see our captain again, said Sai with a heartwarming smiling.
- I'm not your captain anymore, Sai, it was just for the mission in Tsuki, answered Hinata, smiling too.
- I'm so happy to see that you're doing better ! Exclaimed Naruto. I was so worried…
He looked at everyone.
- In fact, we all were, he added.
Most of them approved.
- Thank you, said Hinata in a low and moved voice, contemplating them all. I'm so glad you all came here.
- You seem to be fine now, aren't you, noticed Tenten sitting on the bed close to her friend.
- Yes ! And I can't wait to get out of here with you all.
She looked at Ino and Sakura.
- Not that I don't like this place, but I'd rather be on the doctors' side, she explained with a honest smile.
- I understand, sighed Ino.
- Oh, and you also have to tell me what happened to you, team three ! Remembered Hinata, looking at Naruto and Tenten.
- I promise you we'll tell you everything as soon as we get to the restaurant, he answered.
- Very well, intervened Sakura. Let's all get out of the room while Hinata changes her clothes.
- Yeah, here you go Hinata, said Kiba, giving her a little craft paper bag. Those are clean clothes that I took at your house.
- Thank you so much Kiba, what would I do without you ! She exclaimed, hugging him again.
Then, they all exited the room quickly. Only Tenten stayed.
- I'll give you some help to get ready, she said, smiling. Sakura said you were still wounded a little and that we had to help you.
- Is this what she really said ? Asked Hinata, annoyed.
Tenten positively nodded, helping her to get up.
- Now they're all going to think that I need help for anything and everything ! Exclaimed the Hyûga heiress, still annoyed.
She almost fell down when her feet touched the ground but Tenten who reacted quickly caught her.
- Well… It kind of looks like it's the case though, she noticed laughing.
- Yes, you're probably right, sighed Hinata.
She put on a grey cotton sweater and a pair of black pants, her face changing because of the pain when she rose her arms. Then, she was finally reunited with her eternal shinobi sandals that she loved so much. On top of her sweater, she added a large, soft and blue scarf that kept her warm anytime. It was clearly necessary as winter had fallen on the village of Konoha and it would probably snow very soon. She delicately took her forehead protector that had been placed near her bed and put it in the bag that Kiba had given her. Tenten brushed her long black raven hair. Her help was greatly needed since Hinata's chest was so painful she couldn't rise her arms.
- There you go ! Sang Tenten, admiring Hinata. You're very pretty with this outfit.
- Thank you so much Tenten, answered the young woman with pearlescent eyes, smiling.
They turned off the lights and closed the door. They joined the great hall of the hospital where they were all waiting. Hinata's white byakugan met black eyes when she arrived. Sasuke was looking at her, like all the others. Although, he seemed satisfied, almost relieved to see her whole. A couple of seconds later, Lee came neat Hinata and gave her his arm. She hesitated a second and remembered what Sakura told them. She politely accepted to take his arm, even though she probably wouldn't have refused someone else's help…
- Thanks Lee, that's nice of you.
- No no, that's nothing, I owe you one, he answered, smiling at her with one of his own particular expressions.
Sasuke observed the scene with a critical approach. Why did Lee always try to get the Hyûga heiress' attention ? Sasuke didn't believe in the mere sympathy of the taijutsu expert.
When they all started walking towards their planned destination, Hinata felt that their friendship links were stronger than before and that they were all better friends than they used to be. And this was all thanks to the mission in Tsuki. Sasuke still seemed cold with the other, but Hinata had noticed he smiled much more easily to their friends' jokes and he also participated more often to the conversations. This simple fact made her happy. He had finally found a place in Konoha. After ten minutes of slow walk they arrived at the grilled meat restaurant that Chôji had promptly recommended. Hinata felt really bad for slowing the group down because of her feeble legs. Although, none of them showed annoyance, not even Sasuke. On the contrary, they were all proving their good will and their kindness. They finally entered the restaurants in a small queue.
They sat around a large and round table. Hinata was placed right between Sakura and Naruto. A waiter cane to their table to take the orders and then went back to the restaurant's kitchen. The room was mostly made in wood and huge tables were placed everywhere. The vivid lights colored the room with a yellow glow. Compared to the cold exterior of the shop, the restaurant was pleasant and warm. At the bar, a group of friends had come to drink together and were chatting happily with a waitress. A few chûnin were sitting at a table not very far. A team of three people. « They look just like us when we were younger » thought Hinata, smiling at them. When she came back to her mind, she noticed that several conversations were going on around the table. Naruto and Kiba were already fighting over some ridiculous issue. Hinata didn't even try to know what it was about, she was so used to them shouting at each other for stupid reasons that she didn't want to hear about it on this night.
- So, what happened to your team ? She finally asked Tenten who was sitting right in front of her.
- To be honest, nothing at all, answered Tenten with a disappointed expression. There was absolutely no trace of zetsu nor residue of Jûbi.
- Yeah, that's true, agreed Naruto forgetting about his argument with Kiba to talk more seriously. For what's about this, we didn't meet any problem.
- Exactly, added Sakura, mixing her grenadine syrup with a straw. But that's not the whole story. We also met a group of thieves and criminals. They had just plundered a village and had initiated a network to sell the stolen goods. But they were unlucky, a few days after, we crossed roads and the goods found their good old place in the pillaged village. After that, we took the thieves to local authorities.
- The inhabitants of the village were lucky to have you, noticed Chôji.
- Yeah, that's for sure, approved Ino.
The waiter arrived near their table with dished to accompany the plates of various meats that he disposed on the table, near the grills.
- Bon appétit ! He said with a happy tone, going back to the bar.
- Thanks ! They all answered at a time.
They started to eat with a lot of enthusiasm. The happiness was contagious and each and everyone smiled and talked to their neighbors.
- Oh and by the way, what happened to Tsuki and its inhabitants at the end of the fight ? Asked again the heiress with the byakugan.
- Um well, started Shikamaru. We arrested the rebels that were still alive, and they were not many to survive the violence of the fights. Once you had been evacuated by Sai, we liberated Fukuroza, the village's chief, head of Tsuki's council. She was kept as a prisoner in the basement of the council, a room that annihilated the chakra, which means she couldn't escape and she was very weak when we rescued her.
- After arresting the rebels in the village, the population of Tsuki has been able to come back and live there again. They'd been exiled in very small camps around the poor surroundings of Tsuki, in the forest, explained Kiba.
- Poor them, murmured Hinata, sorry. What about the rest of the council ? What happened to them ?
- They were all murdered, answered Ino in a low voice.
- That's terrible ! Exclaimed the young Hyûga. How could they do such a thing !
- That's the least we can say, added Tenten.
They all stopped talking for a second, as if they were paying tribute to all the dead.
- Oh and… What about this weird aster that was seeable in the sky ? It kind of looked like a second moon. Do we know anything about it ? Asked Hinata with curiosity.
- No, answered Sasuke looking at her in the eyes. Fukuroza was too weak to talk to us and was taken in charge by doctors. We also had to leave Tsuki to bring the rebels to Konoha…
- Or should we say the rest of them, intervened Naruto.
- Yes, of course, coldly replied Sasuke. We brought them all to Konoha to have them judged fairly by the council of the Kage, he said to Hinata.
Hinata didn't know what to say. She really needed to know what this moon was, it worried her deeply. And… She was quite disturbed by Sasuke's direct answer.
- I see…
- Well, started Ino. I personally think this is just a mere second moon that we can only see in Tsuki. That would explain the name of the village.
- I'm not sure about it at all. There's… There's a problem. There's something strange about it, I felt it, said Hinata very seriously.
Sasuke was looking at her, frowning. None of the others seemed to really pay attention to what she'd just said but… He could feel that Hinata was serious about it. And he also felt the danger she foresaw. He had to focus on this theory. As soon as he could, he would go to the Hokage's office to talk about his teammate's thoughts.
- Konoha sent backup teams to Tsuki and shinobi from the alliance are now watching the village all the time, added Naruto. When we left, the population seemed much more appeased.
Hinata simply nodded after hearing this. There was something wrong…
- Cheers ! Exclaimed Naruto, rising his glass. To the mission, and to Hinata for her strength and her courage !
They all smiled and Hinata's face turned red while. she rose her glass like the others.
- This mission was a real success ! Added Sakura. And it was great to complete it with you all.
- Yes, I really appreciated the time I spent with you my friends, it had been a long time since our last mission together.
- I agree with you two, it was nice. Although, I'd like to insist on the fact that some people might have had more fun that the others. Isn't it true Sai, Ino ? Asked Shikamaru laughing.
Obviously, he didn't appreciate Sai's joke about him being lazy during the first night of the journey… Ino turned red in a second and started to murmur some incomprehensible things very quickly.
- Yes that's probably true, admitted Sai with a serious tone. We both appreciated it. But the only really nice thing about this mission was the journey. For what's about the fights, I think we can all say we've been lucky since some of us almost died.
He smiled at Hinata.
- And anyways Shikamaru, I think you forgot about other people who had fun too, didn't he, Sasuke ? Added the ninja artist.
He received a kick under the table, surprised. And, judging by Kiba's facial expression, he was the one who had kicked Sai.
- Do you seriously want everyone to feel uncomfortable, you idiot ? He asked with anger.
Kiba was scared about Hinata's reaction if she were to understand the allusion that Sai had made about her and Sasuke. Although, it was obviously not the case since, as most of the girls and Naruto and Shino, she didn't get any bit of the conversation. Sasuke stayed very calm and stoic, pretending he didn't hear anything.
- Is it possible to know what on earth they're talking about ? Asked Sakura, looking at them one by one.
- I seriously have no clue, sighed Ino.
- And neither do I, added Naruto, scratching his head.
After all, he'd only stayed with team 1 and 2 the first night.
- Yeah well… Never mind, no one cares about that anyways, sharply replied Kiba.
The dinner ended in a good atmosphere, lighted up by simple and joyful conversations. They advanced towards the counter to pay the bill together. Outside, the night sky was as dark as ink, the weather was cold and dry and huge and dark clouds threatened the moon. Hinata shivered and adjusted her scarf around her neck.
- Haaa ! Sighed Chôji, stretching with grace. We definitely should do that more often !
- You're right Chôji, approved Kiba. After all we accomplished during those seven last years, we should gather more often.
- Yeah, I think we should all meet at least one evening per week, said Sakura. When everyone is free and isn't on a mission, of course.
- Yes, why not, answered Sasuke, surprising all the shinobi around him.
- Okay, I think we have a deal ! Exclaimed Naruto. Have a safe trip back, friends !
They all rapidly disappeared, taking different paths. The Hyûga heiress looked at Sakura and Kiba going away while discussing some random subject. It was about midnight and they were all working the next day. Out of the Konoha's twelve, Naruto, Sasuke and Hinata were the only one who only spent time training and didn't have a job. Although, Hinata often went to the hospital of Konoha to help her friends.
Eventually, the three of them ended up alone in the bright light of the restaurant's window. Hinata couldn't hear what her teammates were saying. She just observed the fading light behind a dark cloud. The moon was hidden. She frowned. What was this aster in Tsuki ? And was it really just a moon invisible to all the other villages ? In that case, why ? There were too many uncertain things about the village of Tsuki and Hinata had to go see Kakashi, the Hokage to talk to him about this subject. She had to return to Tsuki to investigate.
- Hinata ? Are you still with us ? Asked Naruto.
- Oh hum… Ye-Yes, I was just thinking about something else, she answered with a concerned face.
- I'll walk with you until you get to your house, is it okay for you ? He asked again.
Hinata's cheeks turned pink and she didn't even get the chance to answer.
- I'll do it Naruto, cut off Sasuke. Just go home have a little rest and be on time tomorrow for the training this time. Be sure I won't let you win.
- Okay, fair enough, answered the blond ninja, surprised. Well then… Take care, both of you, and be careful on your way, the floor is icy pretty much everywhere, he noticed, caressing a white, shiny and transparent plaque on the floor.
- Thank you Naruto, ne careful as well, said Hinata smiling at him with a heartwarming face.
Sasuke waved at Naruto quickly and rather coldly and the Uzumaki left. Soon, he disappeared at the corner of the street and the cold place became again a silent street.
- You don't mind if I take you home, do you ? Asked Sasuke, looking at Hinata. Sakura said you might need us to be « more caring » with you, if I remember well what she said.
- N, I don't really mind, but please don't make fun of me, I never asked her to tell you this, Said Hinata with an annoyed voice.
- I know, let's go now, he declared with a nicer voice, giving her his arm.
Hinata eventually accepted to take his arm and grabbed it firmly. Her legs were tired, the cold attacked her and the floor was icy. She definitely could use a bit of help.
- Thank you, she murmured without looking at him.
They started to walk in the cold.
- With everything that's happened, we still haven't trained together, noticed her teammate.
- Yes I know, I'm sorry. And I also know I promised you we would. But I hope you understand that I didn't really have the choice, answered Hinata.
- Yeah true, I know that, he replied, annoyed. This isn't what I wanted to say.
- Anyways, I should feel better and be able to train with you next week, I promise I'll go with you at this moment.
- Don't be so silly, you seriously mustn't hurt yourself for something like this. Let your body recover, replied Sasuke grabbing the young woman by the arm as she was about to walk on ice.
Hinata breathed.
- Thanks I… I didn't see that.
- Do you mind if we sit down for a minute ? Asked Sasuke, showing a bench.
- No, not at all.
The sat next to each other in silence. Hinata held her craft paper bag on her knees.
- Hey, do you remember when you asked me if my desertion had been useful for anything else beside my strength, reminded the young Uchiha.
- Oh… Hum yes I remember that, she answered, embarrassed.
- I want to tell you the truth about it now.
Why on earth did he want to talk about this now ?
- To be honest with you, it made me stronger than before, said Sasuke. And I have become, with no doubt, one of the strongest ninja in Konoha thanks to this. Although, I was stupid. I didn't have the right mentality all this time. I would think that only the strength and the power counted. I didn't know pity, compassion, loyalty… All those qualities that a shinobi must embody. I was simply… Lacking ask these qualities.
- I see… Murmured Hinata looking at Sasuke.
Sasuke was observing the night, in front of him.
- Furthermore, I was far from fighting for my brother's ideals, all he'd always believed in : my village and my teammates. All this time, I misinterpreted what Itachi wanted me to do, he wanted me to fight for the others and… To trust them too. Today, I've reached a new step of my training. Ever since I came back to Konoha, I learnt how to protect the village and fight with and for my teammates.
When he turned again towards Hinata, he saw that she was smiling at him with a compassionate face.
- You'll become a great shinobi if you think like this, Sasuke.
- Thank you, Hinata. I…
He observed her a second, silently.
- Now that I think about it, you always fought to protect Konoha and your friends. I was unable to see it, before but now… I clearly understand how strong this makes you. And also, you've become so powerful, the proud heiress of the Hyûga clan.
Hinata opened her mouth, speechless and pink.
- If you keep training like this, you'll definitely become one of the strongest ninja in Konoha.
- That's… Very kind of you Sasuke, thanks.
He looked at her getting pinker and pinker. His eyes seemed more lively.
- Now that I think about it, you bear all the values my brother used to, noticed Sasuke, smiling mildly. You'd have probably been his kind of girl.
Hinata became red in a second.
- Don't say that ! She exclaimed. This doesn't have anything to do with our conversation !
She looked angry and desperately tried to hide her cheeks with her long raven hair.
- It does, though. There's nothing to be ashamed of, no reason to be mad. That's what I thought when I looked at you and I know Itachi would have said…
He took a moment to think and judging by Hinata's red face and shiny eyes, he shouldn't finish this sentence.
- Never mind. It's just because you're a person of values, simply said Sasuke. We're not eleven anymore. You're special and I think you have to know it, Hinata.
Hinata blushed even more. How could he say such things without feeling embarrassed ?
- Well hum… Thank you.
- Don't bother, I didn't say that to be nice, I simply told you what I noticed, answered Sasuke. Come on, we have to go now.
Hinata nodded positively and they started walking again.
- Tell me Sasuke, why did you want to come with me when Naruto volunteered in the first place ? Asked Hinata, a bit less embarrassed.
- There are several answers to this question, answered the young man. First, I wanted to make sure you'd get home safe and sound. Not that I don't trust Naruto but he's a bit… Distracted sometimes. Then, I wanted to congratulate you in private for the fight you led against the three rebels. Their chakra was superior to the others' and you eliminated two of them alone. You took responsibility for your role of captain very well. To tell you the truth…
Sasuke looked at the nocturnal void in front of them.
- You impressed me. Finally, I wanted to apologize.
Hinata seemed surprised.
- I didn't intervene early enough during your fight, if I had, nothing would have happened to you, answered Sasuke to her silent question.
- You didn't owe me anything and you still don't, Sasuke, quickly replied Hinata. I knew what I was exposing myself to and I chose it. I had to save them. On the contrary, my only regret is to not have been stronger.
- You've been strong Hinata. I can assure you you have. I see you become stronger every day and I know you'll keep improving.
Hinata blushed again. They'd arrived in front of the huge Hyûga residence.
- Thank you for walking with me, said the young heiress with rosy cheeks.
She received a cold drop on the face. In fact, it was not a drop but a tiny snowflake. Finally, snow in Konoha. Hinata smiled.
- Do you mind if I come with you to the training court tomorrow morning ? She finally asked.
- No, I'm fine with this, answered Sasuke, looking at her in the eyes, a few snowflakes in his ebony hair.
- That's wonderful, thank you ! Exclaimed Hinata, smiling.
- And let me tell you something now… There's absolutely no way you're training tomorrow in this condition, he said, threatening.
- Oh no, don't worry there's not way I could in this state. I just want to go with you and watch you train together, explained the young woman.
- Okay then… Started Sasuke, calmer. Have a good night, I'll pick you up tomorrow at eight.
- Very well, have a good night too and see you tomorrow Sasuke, she murmured, disappearing behind the door.
Sasuke stayed in the snow a moment, contemplating the door she'd just closed, snowflakes falling over him.
- See you tomorrow, Hinata.
So that's it for this chapter. I really hope you liked it and you want to read the next ones ! I'll do my best to upload the chapter 9 as soon as possible. Its name is "In the blizzard" and I think it's one of my favorite (lot of love and feelings in this one) ! Anyways, have a wonderful week, be happy in 2018 and make the ones you love happy too. Take care of yourselves ! Kisses
- Maude-chan
