Sorry if this came late. I was busy today with college stuff and then this vista thing pop up on my computer! Grrrr but anyways here the new chapter with Shino! Poor Shino he's just not getting any love! Let all get together now and give him a hug! Come on now no need to be shy show the love through a hug! ^_^

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I watch as the sent Naruto to sleep. He was out of the way; so now was the perfect time to take action. I head where Hinata was running and it was really easy to catch up to her. The kimono was obviously slowing her down. She eventually fell down and I swept down to help her.

"Hinata" I called to and she turned around looking scared.

Her face was cover in tears and dirt, but it never marred her beauty. I help her up and she instantly cling to me.

"Shino-kun" she cried.

I wrapped my arms around her "It okay Hinata".

"They took him" she cried looking up at me with her beautiful eyes "They took him away from me".

"I know" I smooth some disturb hair of her. Ah her hair so much softer then I expected "He'll be fine though".

She hiccup "I hope so".

It was no secret between Kiba and I share a affection for Hinata that was more than just teammates. However we respect each other and never try to go after her. But today was different.

"Hinata, I'm going to take you" I whispered into her ear.

She shivered and pulled away from me. She looked like such a frighten animal.

"Shino-kun" she backed away.

I step forward "Hinata, I'm afraid you have no chance".

She took a fighter stance "I could fight you".

I stopped and stared at her. Her bravery and will power never cease to amaze me.

"You could do that, but then what about Naruto" I said softly and she instantly let her guard down.

"What have you done Shino-kun" she asked with such a pain tone it nearly broke my heart.

I took off my jacket to show her the marked. She gasped as she tumbled backwards. It was the mark of the knights. All knights wore a simple band with two double swords forming an X. Colors varied by the village. Tsuande has chosen the best of the ninja guards. She enlisted me to be knight to get Hinata. Out of all people I never understood why she chooses me. But that didn't matter as a knight I had to capture the princess and take her to Tsuande. Whether it is willingly or not.

"We don't have time for this Hinata" I held out my hand "We must leave now before the other come".

Fresh tears were running down her face "Who else is a part of this".

I really shouldn't be answering, but for safety purposes I decided to tell her. It was for her safety and not this gut wrenching feeling at the pit of my stomach.

"Myself, your father, and Shikamaru" by saying this I sense someone was close.

"But why didn't you help Naruto" she asked more to herself then me.

"Hinata" I stepped forward towards her, but she step back.

"Please I'll explain more later, but right now we need to move"

"But why me" she yelled "I woke up this morning and I was in this kimono in the middle of nowhere. I didn't know where I was or what was happening. I kept being stringed along with others till I was trapped in that tower for who know how long".

I couldn't believe my ears. Why didn't Tsuande tell Hinata what was going on?

"I now this may seem confusing, but rest assures no one is really hurted" I said and she seem to relax.

"I just want this day to be over" and I certainly couldn't blame her.

I sighed "Yeah" and was finally close enough to take her into my arms "It will be soon".

She sighed and closed her eyes looking so tired.

"But I need to take you to Tsuande okay" I said.

She just nodded and I notice that her kimono was messy.

"I think our travels would be easier if you change into something different"

She blushed "But I don't have extra clothes".

Figures, I reach into my bag. All that I had was a t-shirt and a pair of pants. The pants wouldn't fit her, but I guess the shirt would do.

"Here I handed her the shirt and turned my back "You can change".

"Thank you" she whispered. I was so happy she couldn't notice me blushing.

"You can turn around now" she said and I almost regret giving her the shirt.

Apparently she had a pair of black shorts under the dress that went to her mid thigh. The t-shirt was far too big hanging a big off her shoulder. Exposing her white smooth skin to the world and did nothing to conceal her figure. Inside I was happy I got to see her like this, but felt guilty because she must feel uncomfortable.

"What do I do with the other clothes" she asked.

"You could give them to me" another person said. I pulled Hinata beside me as I ready my bugs.

A guy dress head to toe in black appeared. The face mask and black clothing were tell tale signs that he was a thief. A thief was the opposite of a knight instead of trying bringing the princess to one of the village leaders. The thief would make off the princess and hide her where no one could find her. No one ever explained what happen if they success.

"What do you want" Hinata asked. She too was in a fight stance.

"I just want you" the masked stranger said calmly.

I swear he was checking Hinata out and it made me mad.

"Hinata" I whispered to.

Her subtle eye movement let me know she was listening.

"I want you to head toward the village and look for any of the leaf knights"

The masked stranger soon stalks towards us taking his sweet time to intimates us.

"Will you be fine" she asked worried.

My hearted warmed at her gestured of concern "I will".

She took a deep breath and turns to me "Please don't get hurt" and she instantly disappears by using an explosive note.

I wondered where she hid that. The explosion distracted the thief and left him greatly confuse when he saw that Hinata was gone.

"What the-"but I site my bugs after him.

"Gah" he screamed falling back. But he wasn't alone.

"Nice job boy" another thief said.

"Itachi" I hissed "I should have known"

He merging shrugged and got into a stance "Shall we"?

"Be safe Hinata" I muttered to the wind hoping the message would get to her.

Ah I hope you enjoy the new chapter. I see you soon guys! Peace out to my home biscuits!