The Date

It was an Sunday morning at the Yamanaka household. 8:00am to be exact. Ino Yamanaka was just getting up and about to start preparing for a special day today. Her boyfriend Naruto Uzamaki had asked her if she wanted to go out to dinner this Sunday night and she was excited and nervous! He had told her that he wanted to take her to dinner and maybe a walk in the park after.

"I wonder were we're going for dinner tonight. A walk in the park also doesn't sound to bad either. I really hope tonight goes well!"

As she finished her sentence, she got out of bed and made her way to the bathroom. She got all of her things ready and began to take on of the best feeling showers she had taken in months. She didn't know why but she was just so calm and relaxed for some odd reason. She liked it! As she finished her shower, she gazed over at the clock, surprised to see it read 9:03. Had she really been in the shower for over an hour? She just shrugged and went to get dressed. She decided that for now she would just put on some sweatpants and a hoodie until her date. She felt no need to get dressed up so early, besides, it was so comfortable! After she did her hair in a ponytail, she made her way downstairs to to find it empty.

"Weird, daddy must still be asleep. I guess I can't really blame him. It is kinda early for a Sunday morning. I think I'll make him some breakfast this morning! I bet he would love some bacon and eggs!"

As Ino got all of the things ready for breakfast, she couldn't help but wonder what her blonde haired boyfriend was up to.

Naruto's Apartment

Naruto popped his head up to a rather annoying beeping sound. His alarm clock was set on a Sunday?

"Why the hell did my alarm clock ring? It's Sunday, I don't ever wake up early on a Sunday."

Naruto looked at the clock and groaned at what time it read.

"9:15? Wow, my luck would be getting up this early. No I won't be able to go back to sleep since I'm already up."

Naruto got out of bed and headed into the kitchen with the intent of eating a quick breakfast and then taking a long and very well needed shower. After a crude breakfast of Miso Ramen, Naruto made his way into the small bathroom and preceded to take a quite enjoyable shower. He made sure he was squeaky clean because he did have a date with Ino tonight and he wanted to make sure she had a fun and good time. He was planning to take her to the Silver Swan. Sure it might be an expensive restaurant, but he knows Ino will love and and he want's her to have a great time! He finished his shower and looked at the clock and scratched his head.

"9:35 huh? I swear it felt like I was in that shower for over and hour. I guess it just isn't meant for me to take long showers. I guess that's a good thing as long as I still get clean. I'm not complaining."

As Naruto finished drying off, he made it to his room and started to rummage through the drawers to find something comfortable to relax in while he waited for his date later. He thought the idea of getting properly dressed now would be a waste essentially. As he found some sweatpants and a sweater, he noticed that his selection of clothes had gotten smaller recently to him growing in size and he made a note to himself that some new clothes wouldn't hurt that badly. As he got to relaxing, he decided he might do something for school. He decided to do some research for his exit project, which meant he had to read one of Jirayia's books. He chose one he was the least familiar with. Tales of a Gutsy Man. As he sat down to read, he wondered what Ino was doing right now.

Yamanaka Household

Ino was standing over the kitchen table, sweating just a little bit from the heat of the oven and all the cooking she had done. She had just finished setting the table with bacon and egg's and some apple juice when she heard her father walk down the stairs.

"Hey sweetie, what are you doing up so early? This is early for both of us on a Sunday. Is that bacon I smell?"

Ino smiled and motioned her dad over to her and the table.\

"Yes daddy I know I'm up early and I just decided to make you and me some breakfast. I know you like bacon and eggs! Come and have some with me! I have apple juice to!"

As Inoichi made it to the table and sat down with his daughter to eat, he noticed his daughter was in a rather cheery mood this morning and was happy that she was. All he wanted in this world is for his daughters happiness and she was right now. He decided to make some random conversation.

"So Ino what do you have planned for today? Anything special?"

Ino was actually quite surprised to hear her father ask such a random question, but she answered.

"Yes actually I have a date with Naruto at six. He's taking me out to dinner and maybe a walk in the park! It's be our first dinner date! I'm actually really nervous about it! I hope it goes well!"

Inoichi looked at her daughter proudly as she talked on about her nervousness and onto other topics and school and such. They soon finished there nice breakfast and the went to there separate rooms. Inoichi went to find something to entertain him until later, and Ino went to get on her laptop to pass the time until her date. She eventually started to read some FanFiction about Pokemon. She had watched the show almost religiously when she was younger and it will always hold a place in her heart until the day she dies! After countless chapters of reading she looked up at the clock and was shocked to see it was already 4:30! Naruto was going to be there to pick her up at 5:15, she had to get ready quick! She hoped Naruto was doing the same thing!

Naruto's Apartment

Naruto put down the book and yawned, he had just finished reading the old Perv's book and was surprised to find that it was full of smut or porn, but was an actual story. It was about a man whole traveled all around and about just seeing the world and helping people all when he can! Naruto was smart enough to know that it was based on Jirayia in his earlier life, he must've been adventurous to go to all these places. He really admired that! As his gaze shifted to the clock, he was shocked to see it was 4:58! He had to pick up Ino by 5:15! As he scurried to get some good clothes and also some cologne, he felt as he was always the one with incredibly bad luck in these kinds of situations! He hoped Ino wouldn't be to mad if he was a little late!

Yamanaka Household

5:10

Ino was now sitting in her living room waiting for her blonde boyfriend to show up. She was extremely worried that he would forget her and not show up. But that wasn't like him in anyway, she had faith he'd be there sooner or later, hopefully sooner. Time passed as she sat there patiently. The time finally came at 5:41, almost 30 minutes late! Ino was quite irritated but was happy he showed up at all. As she opened up the door, she saw her blonde haired boyfriend and was shocked when he held something out to her! It was a white rose! It was one of the most beautiful flowers she had ever seen and he was already making it a night to remember and the actual date hadn't even started yet! Ino decided to play a little hard to get to have fun!

"It's a beautiful flower Naruto but you're still pretty late! I'm kind've irritated with you right now!"

Seeing as he had kinda messed up, Naruto put his head down a little bit in shame. He started to apologize when he felt something grasp his body. Ino was hugging him!

"No need to get upset Naruto, I'm just glad you're here with me! Now lets go have a great date!"

With that coming out of her mouth, Naruto picked her up and pecked her on the cheek and embroiled her in a soft yet firm hug that neither of them wanted to end! To bad they had dinner to get to! As they were walking on the sidewalk, Ino started to wonder where they were going.

"So Naruto, where are we going to Dinner tonight?"

Naruto looked at her and smiled!

"I was going to take you to the Silver Swan! It has some great food and your father told me that you've always talked about going there before! So I decided that I'd take you there!"

Ino smiled as she thought about how sweet her boyfriend was and how much her cared about her. She loved that about him and always will! That fact that he put so much effort into tonight was sweet as well! She was sure she was going to have an amazing night! As they found there way near the restaurant, they decided to have a small walk in the park after they eat to let the food settle and to spend some quality time with each other! As they made there way into the restaurant, they were looked at by many older couples, many commenting on how cute the young couple was and that they looked perfect for each other. Everyone was being so nice to them! As Ino was about to sit down, she was stopped by Naruto getting her chair for her. He truly was being a gentleman for her tonight! She really adored it! As they sat down and ordered there drinks, Ino couldn't help but notice Naruto kept staring at her.

"Naruto, is there something wrong? You keep staring at me."

Naruto blushed deeply before apologizing!

"No Ino there isn't anything wrong with you! I was just admiring how beautiful you were. I just couldn't stop staring at you. I'm sorry, I'll try to stop."

Ino kicked herself for asking and started to blush as well.

"No Naruto I'm sorry, you can keep looking! I'm happy I have some great to look at to! You're not to bad yourself!"

As Naruto started to blush, it became silent. Not an awkward silence like most were used to, but a contempt silence. They were both happy by just being with each other and they didn't want the silence to end. Not to long after they ordered there food, a waiter came and offered them some Champagne, which they declined because they weren't old enough. They still appreciated the kindness shown to them though. After about ten minutes of small talk and admiration of each other, there waiter arrived with their food. Naruto, trying not to eat ramen for the sake of the date, ordered shrimp scampi with clam sauce. Ino on the other hand ordered one of her favorite dishes, Chicken Alfredo! As they both dug into there dinner, they both started to appreciate the quality time that they were standing together, they were almost done with there food when Naruto spoke up.

"So Ino, seeing as we're almost done here, do you want to go to the park in a little bit and got for a walk? Or do you want me to take you home?"

Ino thought about it for a second and although she knew it was cold outside, she did bring a jacket just in case. She wanted to spend more time with her boyfriend either way!

"I think a walk in the park for a little bit would be great Naruto!"

Naruto smiled and winked at her!

"Well when you're ready princess, tell me and we'll go!"

Ino blushed at the little nickname Naruto called her. She loved when he treated her like this and hoped he never stopped! She got her things ready and they both waited for the check. The waiter came right over and handed Naruto the bill. He sweat dropped a little bit at the sight of the bill but decided to hide his shock in front of Ino. He still thought $75.87 was a bit much, but he decided to just not argue about it. He paid the bill and left a decent tip and he and Ino made his way out to the park. As they were walking, Ino spoke up and shocked Naruto a bit by what she was saying!

"Naruto the dinner was nice but you didn't need to spend so much on me! I didn't see the bill but when we ordered I did the math and it was a lot. You should've at least me so I could chip in!"

Naruto rubbed the back of his head and smiled!

"I know Ino, but it wasn't to much for you! Nothing can be to much money for you! I wanted to impress you either way! Besides, I had some money saved up, so I was happy to spend it on you!"

Ino smiled and clutched closer to her blonde haired boyfriend as they drew closer to the park. Once they arrived they noticed that it was calm and peaceful. They were both happy and started to walk hand in hand with each other! After a little while of walking, they heard someone playing some beautiful music and decided to explore it. They found a man playing a violin for tips. Seeing as he played beautifully, Ino and Naruto both tipped the man five dollars. As the man said thank you, he began to play a slow song seeing that they were a couple. Naruto took this chance to ask for a dance!

"Ms. Yamanaka, may I have this dance please?"

Ino blushed as she took Naruto's hand and started to dance. She was so surprised that Naruto wasn't a half bad dancer. He wasn't stepping on her feet and was very smooth.

"Well well Naruto, I have to say that I'm very impressed with the way you dance! Some might even say it makes you look quite attractive."

Naruto blushed as he heard his beautiful girlfriend compliment him. He really was having the time of his life. The girl of his dreams was leaning on his shoulder, they were dancing together happily and freely. He was contempt and did something that neither of them expected.

"Ino, can I tell you something important?"

Ino looked at Naruto with confusion because he broke the wonderful silence that had been going on for about 2 minutes.

"Sure Naruto, you can tell me anything!"

Naruto smiled and kissed her passionately. It was something that both of them loved and they both melted into the kiss and then let go after about 45 seconds. Still looking into Ino's eyes Naruto spoke quietly, but load enough for just Ino to hear him.

"I Love You. I really do!"

Before Ino said anything, Naruto had kissed her again and they both held the kiss for almost a minute. When they both let go, they were basically panting for air. That's when Ino spoke back.

"Naruto, I love you too!."

Naruto hugged her and didn't let go until the violin stopped playing. They both thanked the violin for the beautiful music and he bowed before leaving himself, leaving the young couple in the park. As they decided to go home, something was different about the couple. As the walked home, they were just a little bit closer. The held hands tighter, they hugged tighter, they even kissed more passionately! They both knew in there minds that they loved each other fully. As they approached the Yamanaka household, Ino hugged and kissed Naruto one last time before telling him she loved him again, and he did the same thing. As they separated, they both looked into each others eyes and saw there reflections. With that, they walked off, with Ino going into her house and Naruto starting the walk home. The same thin was going through both of there minds right now, and they wouldn't have it any other way.

Naruto

"Ino really does love me back, are you proud of me now you old Perv? I owe it all to you!"

Ino

"Naruto really said he loves me, and he meant it! I can't believe I have someone like him. I truly am lucky. I love you Naruto!"

They both went to sleep that night with happy thoughts on there mind and they knew that they had someone out there that truly loved them! They both were completely happy and in love. They wouldn't have it any other way! But one thing they don't know is that when you're trying to help out a friend, it can interfere with your own life. Both Naruto and Ino are about to figure this out themselves.

Authors Note: Well hello guys! This is chapter 11 of T.E.P! This is almost a filler chapter but it has some importance to it! If you like really sappy and fluffy dates, then this chapter might be pretty good! I actually quite enjoyed this chapter honestly, and I hoped you guys did to! If you wanna see more of these date chapters in the future, then tell me! If you liked the chapter/story, the follow it for updates when I post! I try to reply to most reviews so leave a review if you can, tell me what you wanna see in the story or criticize me or even just to say hi! I truly love reviews so yeah! I'm also going to try to start another story soon, it will be a Pokemon one, probably AdvancedShipping (Ash x May). I really enjoy that pairing and I want my own shot at it! So if you like Pokemon then stay alert then! I know this chapter is a bit short but since it was a date chapter I didn't want to overwhelm it, so yeah! I don't own Naruto obviously, if I did then him and Ino would've been together LONG ago! Hope you had a good read, don't forget to review! Thanks for reading!