Author's note: Sorry it took so long to update. My family is in town and I am entertaining the younglings. The Hyuuga's might seem a little OOC but I did this on purpose. They can't be that stoic all the time. If Hiashi is too off let me know. Ad so with nothing else to say Ileave you to the story. Enjoy!

Summary: Tsunade decides that Sakura has been single for far too long. With the help of a jutsu can Tsunade shove her apprentice in the right direction for love and hopefully a couple of adorable grandkids? NejiXSakura.

Disclaimer: I dot not own Naruto or the characters therein.

This morning when she woke up there was no annoying beeping, ringing, or jumping. No, instead it was sunlight coming through a window with no curtains that woke her up.

With a groan Sakura sat up and realized suddenly that this was not her room.

Where the hell am I?

But then she saw the small tree on the window sill and smelled the fragrance that could only belong to one man she laid back down again and snuggled into the bedding.

Neji…

His name brought a sleepy grin to her face. But when she felt around for him her hand came in contact with nothing.

I wonder where he went?

She turned to the side to look around and almost came to the same conclusion as Hiashi when the older man had stepped into the room. The room was bare. She looked again and this time when her eyes scanned over the desk she saw a very familiar photo. It was a photo that she saw ever day when she sat at her table.

The festival is coming up again… maybe this time he'll take me as his date. And Chouji can take Ino. This will be so fun!

Her morning grogginess was slowly fading away and she couldn't seem to stop smiling. She looked around again and this time when she looked at the desk she saw something other than the photo.

A piece of paper was folded into a tent shape. It was standing up and had her name written on it. It was written in the same elegant hand she had seen when she found Fubuki.

Crawling over to the portable desk she realized that she was still in her little black dress.

What on earth am I going to wear? I can't leave the compound in this! People will think that we slept together… well technically we did and I sure wouldn't complain if we did have sex, but that's not the point!

Shaking herself of those thoughts she took the note in her hand and opened it.

Good morning Sakura,

I'm sorry I was not there when you woke this morning but I had to leave at five for my mission today. Hiashi-sama wished to speak with you, but about what I'm not quite sure. Don't worry, I have everything you will need for the morning set up in my bathroom. I will be back later tonight. Expect to see me at ten. Miss you already.

Sakura didn't suppress the squeal that came from her mouth.

Jumping up she went into the bathroom and found an unused tooth brush, some tooth paste, a brush, face wash, and most importantly a stack of very comfortable looking clothes.

She went through her hygienic rituals quickly. She unfolded the clothes and tried to suppress a giggle.

Now it really will look like we slept together…

He had left her a pair of plain black pajama pants that obviously belonged to Neji and one of his black ANBU shirts. She slipped them over her head and as soon as the fabric was settled she determined that these garments would soon be residing in her closet.

And I plan to wear them all the time. They smell so damn good!

Sakura jumped when she heard a knock on the bedroom door.

Do I open it? It's probably one of Neji's relatives.

She was slightly hesitant but she opened the door anyway. The person on the other side surprised her.

Hyuuga Hiashi was looking at her with his arms folded and a jacket was draped on his shoulders. His typical impassive stare was filled with something else, something slightly softer.

"Good morning Sakura-san. I hope your sleep was pleasant." His tone held no emotion what so ever.

Being completely impassive must be a male Hyuuga thing…

"It was Hiashi-sama. I certainly hope it wasn't any problem letting me stay," she said with her head bowed in greeting.

"Of course not. Follow me Sakura-san. I wish to speak with you." He turned and she assumed she was expected to follow.

Well, here comes an awkward conversation.

Sakura followed behind Hiashi quietly, trying to ignore the curious white stares that followed her as she walked by each new and unfamiliar Hyuuga.

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They had been traveling since five in the morning. He was not tired, or sweaty, or hungry, or any of those other things that people usually complained about when they were on missions.

No, he was irritated.

I don't want to be here. Sakura should be awake by now. I could have been at home this morning, laying in bed until Sakura woke up. We could have gotten breakfast together and talked to Hiashi-sama together. I just know he's going to bombard her with some sort of nonsense she doesn't need to be worried about yet. And the rest of the family will be just as bad.

Neji was brought out of his thoughts by Naruto.

"Neji, I want to have a talk." The usually hyper and loud ninja was thoughtful and quiet.

I don't think I've ever seen him quite like this before. If this is a post drunk Naruto, I should get him drunk more often.

Neji looked over to see the others, Kiba, Akamaru, and Genma, filling up canteens in a stream not too far off.

"I know you probably got this speech twice already, once from Gaara and once Kakashi-sensei, but I feel the need to make sure they said everything that needs to be said. What did they tell you?" Naruto asked with his gazed fixed on Neji's face.

"Do you remember the speech I gave you when you started dating my cousin?" Neji asked and was pleased to see Naruto grimace at the memory.

"Yeah, I remember. Why?" Neji smirked.

"It was pretty much the same." Naruto nodded and then grinned.

"So basically Kakashi-sensei said that he'd chidori your guts out and Gaara threatened to use his sand burial on whatever is left of you when Kakashi-sensei is done if you ever hurt her." Neji just watched impassivly as their companions were finishing up by the river.

"Let me add this. Before Kakashi-sensei or Gaara get to you, you'll have to deal with me. I'm only going to tell you this once. Should you ever hurt Sakura-chan the way Sasuke-teme did, I will have the pleasure of removing all your limbs. Then Kakashi-sensei can blast a hole through your chest and then Gaara can squish whatever he can find. And then when I die I will haunt you in the after life. Imagine having to deal with me for an eternity." At that comment Neji's eyes got wide.

Anything but that! I can't even listen to Naruto for more than a couple of hours at the most. I couldn't take it for an eternity.

But then after a few seconds he calmed down.

But that doesn't matter. I'd never hurt Sakura anyway. Make all the threats you want Uzumaki. You can't scare me away.

"Shove it up your ass, Naruto." Neji said with a smirk. He got a smirk in return.

Genma made his way over to the two of them with Kiba and Akamaru trailing behind.

"Alright boys lets go find that scroll," the senbon wielder said has he jumped into the trees. With a sigh Neji followed after the older man.

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The room she was in was very traditional and it smelled of polished wood. It was obviously used for meditating. The room was completely bare with the exception of a pile of pillow cushions in the corner.

Hiashi retrieved two pillows and set them on the ground facing each other about five feet apart. He sat and signaled for her to sit as well.

"Sakura-san, you must be wondering why I wished to speak with you." He settled into an Indian style position and folded his palms face up in his lap.

"Yes I am a bit curious Hyuuga-sama." Sakura said copying his position.

"No need to be so formal. Hiashi-sama or Hiashi-san, whichever you prefer," he said with a small smile that never quite reached his mouth.

"Hiashi-sama it is then," she said with a grin. She knew that she should have felt intimidated by this man but after being with Tsunade for so many years intimidating people had little to no effect on her.

"As you know Sakura-san you are now courting my nephew. It may be surprising to some people in this house hold that I would allow such a union." Sakura cocked her head to the side.

"Why is that Hiashi-sama?" she asked, truly curious.

"It has been a long time since I have allowed a member of the branch family household to marry someone outside of the compound. It is not something I usually allow and I don't plan on making a habit of it," he paused as an older woman brought tea for them and set it down. Hiashi passed Sakura her cup and then continued. "But I find that I am willing to make an exception for you. Neji is my favorite nephew and you, my dear, are extremely talented. You are more than worthy of joining the Hyuuga clan." He took a sip of his tea.

I just got complimented by a man who never compliments anyone. I need to tell Neji about this when he gets back. Hard-ass-Hyuuga likes me and that's gotta count for something!

"Does the Hyuuga council agree with you Hiashi-sama?" she too took a sip of her tea and found it to be refreshing.

"They hardly ever do, but that is of little consequence. I can override them if I so choose and this is one of those times. There is no one else for my nephew other than you. He refuses to court anyone but you and I respect that. Now we simply need to prepare you for life in the Hyuuga compound. The introductions will start now." With a clap of his hands the doors opened and Sakura could see a long line of black haired, white eyed Hyuugas lined up to meet her.

Shit! I'll never remember all of these names. Why does Neji have to have such a big ass family?

It was hours before all of the introductions were over. Sakura had a small conversation with each member of the family. She found it odd, but the children seemed to like her a lot.

Hiashi supervised through out the meeting session and was quite happy with the response Sakura was getting from the family. They wanted to know everything about her and he found it amusing that Sakura had healed at least half of the clan at one point or another.

He sighed and signaled for lunch to be brought in along with a few other things.

" Now Sakura-san, our day is far from done. Next on our agenda is to begin wedding preparations." With another clap a huge array of wedding choices were splayed out at her feet and lunch was set beside her.

…What… the … hell???

"Wedding preparations?" she asked with wide eyes. Hiashi nodded as he inspected invitations.

"Yes, my dear. In the Hyuuga clan as soon as you start courting we begin the wedding preparations. What do you think of this paper?" Hiashi held a beautiful rice paper invitation.

"It's beautiful. But do you think it comes in different colors?" she asked as she began shifting through the large pile of stuff suddenly forgeting why she was so apprehensive in the first place.

"I'm sure they do. What color were you thinking?" Hiashi asked with his eyes shining down on her.

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Neji was dead tired.

A whole day with Kiba was bad enough but Tsunade just had to throw a hung over Naruto into the mix.

I will never let Naruto get drunk again. He whines way too much.

After their little chat, Naruto had gone back to being himself and had whined the whole way to the scroll and back.

At least we got the stupid thing.

Neji made his way over the buildings of Konoha to Sakura's house.

As usual the lights were on but tonight things seemed relatively quiet in comparision to the night before.

He knocked on the door and was surprised to find Gaara still there.

Well, this is interesting...

Neji thought as he took in the sight of the Kazekage and another current visitor to Sakura's apartment.

Lee was wailing on the couch probably still slightly distraught about Sakura being stolen away from him. Gaara was protecting Fubuki supposedly from Lee, but Neji wasn't quite sure why.

"She's not here. She never came home. Take the cat, I don't want it to get hurt should Lee get his hands on any sake," Gaara said as he gently placed the kitten in Neji's hands. Neji found it comical but the red head almost looked uncomfortable being in Sakura's house with out the small animal.

Well, now I know what to get Gaara for his birthday….

Neji nodded to the Kazekage who rolled his eyes at the love sick ninja on Sakura's couch and closed the door.

If she's not at her house then where could she be?

Neji thought about it for a few moments before realization hit him.

Please tell me they didn't...

He bounded off towards his home with Fubuki securely in his arms.

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"I don't know if I like this one. Is there anything lighter in weight? I want it to flow, not cling."

"Let me send someone to find it. There is bound to be a store that sells that kind of silk in that color."

"Meow!" The excited noise got every ones attention.

There in the door way of the meditation hall stood Hyuuga Neji and a very excited kitten.

"Family, have you no decency? I haven't even proposed yet." Neji said as he entered the crowded room.

There were white eyed people everywhere. A large percentage of the Hyuuga clan was in the room helping Hiashi and Sakura plan her wedding. At his statement the majority of them looked down bashfully and a select few, namely Hinata and Hanabi, blushed.

At least they have the sense enough to be slightly embarrassed because of their haste and excitement.

"Good evening nephew. Your mission was successful, I presume." Hiashi said neither bashful nor embarrassed. In fact, he seemed very pleased with himself.

"It was successful Hiashi-sama. Thank you for your concern. Has Sakura been in here all day?" The woman in question, who had been attempting to select china for the reception, was maneuvering her way around family members and yards of silk that came in a wide array of colors.

"Neji!" she practically cheered as she embraced him warmly and kissed his cheek before taking Fubuki in her arms.

"Not all day Neji-nii-san. We did have a break at dinner about two hours ago," Hanabi said with her blush still intact.

Glaring at his family he ushered Sakura and her light eyed pet out of the room. Before he closed the door he turned back to resume glaring at his family members.

"We will discuss this absurd behavior later. Sakura will stay the night here again Hiashi-sama." With a nod from his uncle, he turned to follow Sakura who was headed to his room.

"So have the boys demolished my apartment yet?" Sakura asked as they entered his room. Neji moved to his dresser and opened it looking around for some clothes.

"Not that I could see." Neji handed her another black shirt and was surprised to find Sakura holding a bag of clothes.

Seeing his questioning glance Sakura shrugged.

"Hinata went out today so I asked her to pick up some necessaries from my house. And no, that does not mean you can have your shirt back," she said with her hands on her hips.

Neji chuckled as he headed for the bathroom to take a much needed shower.

I don't think I'm ever going to get that shirt back...

By the time he got out, Sakura was already changed and sleepily waiting for him to join her on the futon.

"So, I heard that you went on a mission with Naruto today," she said once he had settled next to her but once again on top of the covers.

"I did."

"Did he threaten you?" she asked with her big green eyes gazing up at him.

"Yes, but it was no worse then what I said to him when he began courting Hinata-sama." Sakura giggled and got as close as she could with the blanket in the way. She quickly got fed up.

"Neji, your being ridiculous. Get under the covers," she commanded. He didn't dare disobey.

As he shifted around he could feel a small object weighing down the blanket near his feet. Fubuki was curled up at the base of the futon already snoozing and making a soft purring noise.

Sakura sighed as she settled into Neji's build inhaling his purely masculine sent.

I could seriously get used to this…

"Sakura, I apologize for my families excitement." His voice came out as a whisper but he knew she heard him.

Sakura giggled and then yawned.

"Nonsense. I was actually enjoying it after the introductions were over. I like your family. Your uncle has wonderful taste."

You are his favorite nephew after all.

"I'm glad you like them."

He watched her drift off as he brushed her hair way from her face periodically. He took in his surroundings and couldn't help but feel content with the way things were right at this very moment.

They will be like this every morning from mow on.

he thought as he too drifted off to the sound of Sakura's breathing.
End Comments: So the next chapter is the last one. That makes me so sad. I would feel better about it if you reviewed. I want to knwo what you want to see next. I have three ideas in mind. One is full of drama and not much fun stuff. This one covers a span of about five years. The second is a sequel to this (but i have no idea what to write about so it may take a while). The thrid is my favorite. It has a little bit of everything and it will be really long. It will cover a span of about twenty years. So tell me what you want (my vote is on the third one) and i will attempt to get it up and finished by the end of the summer. I hope you liked this! The next chapter is much more funny I promise!!!