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Chapter 25:

I tore through the crowd of people as fast as I could. The only thing I could do was get away. I knew I had just ruined my relationship with my best friend, but didn't want to admit it. Neji would never feel the same way because deep down he's still an ice cube. He still doesn't date and he still doesn't have feelings. I know he cares for me, but not in a loving way. Otherwise he would've asked me to the dance long ago. Neji was always going to remain the same no matter how much I didn't like it. He wasn't moving when I sprinted away, bolting from the couch as fast as I could. He was unmoved. Probably thinking of me in distaste, assuming that I should have known not to fall in love with a prodigy. But I couldn't help it, my heart now felt like it was going to shatter into a million pieces because I was now ruined. There was no way Neji Hyuuga would ever like me...so that's why I have to get away, as far as possible.

Breathlessly, I darted through the snow, feeling the cold against my face, taking it as unsettling. There was nowhere to go. Only a path of coldness and dark. How would I get back? There must've been someway without going along with the others. Then when I got back to the academy I would request a room change, maybe go with Ami. When Neji wouldn't be there I could pack my bags and leave before he ever noticed me. I could also probably find a way to switch classes so I didn't end up in any of his plus with-LISTEN TO ME! What the hell?

It felt like I was blind. There truly was nowhere to go.

Inside, I felt like I was abandoned. Neji told me he wouldn't do it, but I know he has no choice now. He hates me. Even if he did save me, he can only not like me now. I should've never told him. I wished deeply that I could rewind time and just lose it all, but couldn't. I wished I could take everything back, but it was impossible. It'd be better if I never met Neji, maybe I wouldn't get stuck in this mess if they hadn't though I was a boy either. But the main thing is, Neji said he wouldn't abandon me, but what choice did I leave him now?

Tears streaming from my cheeks, I ran recklessly through crowds of people at the ski resort right outside our lodge. They glowered at me while I tore through them, not minding if I pushed anyone down or if they even though badly of me. I didn't know them, I didn't care.

I was running out of places now. There were a few buildings connected to the chalet. I decided to find a place to hide and think.

Carefully, I slipped into an alley not thinking about rapists.

Then I crumbled to the floor, crying my eyes out. The tears flowed like Niagara Falls. I couldn't see the water was so thick and unwanted. My mouth was sore and dry, it felt as if there was a ball stuck in my throat and I could barely move.

Slowly, my head drifted into my arms and rested there.

My shoulders shook immensely.

There was dead silence, except for my sobs echoing as night came.

Darkness swept over the alley, blinding me even more, but I was too busy crying to notice the sudden change of light.

My knees shook as I moved them from under me because they were starting to fall asleep. I stretched them out in front of me before hugging them in my chest burying my face in between, my arms wrapped around them, keeping it a close embrace.

"I thought I'd find you here,"

The voice made my heart beat slow, my breathing stopped, then became rugged. I trembled, looking up and staring at a figure.

Neji had his arms crossed and he was leaning against the wall opposite of me.

I gulped. There he was.

My eyes squeezed together, more tears falling down.

Neji saw my state and walked over, taking a seat next to me on the wall.

"You know," he stated. "Dark alley's haven't been your friend if I recall,"

"..."

I still couldn't speak. What's wrong with me?!

Finally...

"I know," it was hoarse.

"Why did you come then?" He asked.

"I..." I couldn't finish my sentence.

Neji waited patiently.

"May I inquire why you're upset?" he questioned after a minute of no response.

Anger bubbled and sent a wave of fury through my body, splashing it with hatred.

"You know damn well what's bugging me, Neji Hyuuga!" I spat, tears coming down more.

Neji sighed and gave a light chuckle. "Yes, but I never responded earlier,"

"Huh?" the anger was drained.

"You said you loved me,"

I gulped. Here it comes, prepare for heartbreak...

"You didn't wait for me to say I love you too,"

I waited. But my heart was picked up off the bottom of my chest.

"I-I'm waiting!"

"I love you too,"

"GOD DAMMIT THAT TOOK LONG!" I threw my arms around him, hugging tighter than before.

He laughed. "You're cute when you're angry," he admitted.

"Really?" I asked, tears starting to clog up.

I didn't wait for his answer. I leaned forward and kissed him.

Neji did kiss back. He didn't make it seductive or tense or mean or annoying or gross or long. He didn't slip his tongue in my mouth. He didn't take advantage of me. He didn't do any of that. He made it short and sweet. Which I liked very much.

He pulled away after three seconds.

"Happy now?"

I giggled, snuggling up to him.

"Very,"

And I was. It had quickly changed so much. Ten minutes ago I was beyond pissed, now I was as happy and content as could be.

"Tenten," I looked up.

"I d"Won't think we should sleep in an alley at ten thirty." Neji warned.

I laughed. "Right,"

He stood and helped me up.

"Come one, let's go,"

"WHERE THE HELL HAVE YOU B-" Ino stopped dead in her sentence and everyone stared.

Our gang of friends watched Neji and I stroll through the door, our hands interlocked.

"FINALLY!" Naruto cried.

"Yeah," Ino joined in. "What I meant to say is WHY THE HELL DID THAT TAKE SO LONG?!"

I shrugged.

They were definitely surprised by the matter.

"So are you guys going out?" Temari asked.

"I guess you could say that," I replied. Neji just smirked.

"Now we should have the real games begin," Kiba grinned evilly.

"What?" Sakura asked.

"O-oh no," Hinata knew him long enough.

"Naruto!" Kiba cried. "BREAK OUT THE MOVIES!"

"YEAH!" the boys all cried, except for the prodigies, they Hn'd as always.

"NO!" All the girls cried back, except Hina-chan who murmured it.

An evil look crossed Naruto's face.

"I don't even want to know," Shikamaru complained.

"Yeah," Ino said. "Don't know how he could master that look,"

"BOYS ROOM!" Naruto exclaimed, gesturing the rest to follow.

Oh god.

Kiba switched off the lights, while Naruto put in the movie.

The boys had pushed the beds into a separate room and littered the floor with comfy pillows and blankets etc.

Ino brought out several bowls of popcorn and M&M's while Sakura had some chocolate bars.

"Why'd you bring those?" Sasuke asked.

I winked at Sakura.

Neji caught my eye and I grinned.

"What movie is it?" Temari asked, situating herself on the ground with a big pillow.

Naruto had that evil grin again.

"The Puppetmaster ||Revenge of the Dolls!"

I winced. A second movie to the one that ruined my life? Great.

My knees became wobbly as the Paramount Pictures thing came up.

Neji grabbed my arm.

"You're going to be fine?" He asked me.

I slid myself in between his legs and laid back into his chest.

"Yep,"

"NO!" I cried. "SHE SURVIVED THE FIRST MOVIE!"

Neji had to keep a firm grip on my waist so I wouldn't break free.

"W-why?"

"Tenten," Neji reasoned. "it's a movie,"

"It's also over," Temari said blankly staring at the screen.

"Holy shit!" Ino exclaimed. "They all died?"

"Yep,"

"Man that's one mean dude," Sakura commented shaking her head, but all the girls were frightened even if they didn't show it.

"Let's do that one truth thing again," Kiba suggested, laying on his stomach.

"Fine by me," I answered, eager to get the movie off my mind.

We situated ourselves in a circle and I sat closely by Neji. But before I knew it, I was sleeping on him.

"Tenten, wake up," Neji told me.

"Where are we?" I asked groggily.

"We're getting in the car," he explained, pushing me. I didn't even know I was standing.

"No," I groaned. "Long car ride,"

"You can sleep," He told me.

"Good point," I answered. "Why are we leaving early again?"

"Bad weather," Neji remarked.

"Oh," I yawned, climbing into the backseat, my new boyfriend following.

He let me rest my head on his chest as the car drove through the mountains, Kiba driving, insisting his girlfriend to get some sleep.

Neji's breathing calmed me down.

I wasn't asleep yet though, so I started toying with his hair.

"Having fun with that?" He asked.

"Yeah," I replied. "It's fun," another yawn escaped my mouth.

"You should really get some sleep," Neji informed me.

"I know," I covered my mouth this time and snuggled closer. "How can I sleep on you if you're breathing though?"

"...that was a joke right?"

I giggled. "Yeah, your breathing actually calms me down,"

"Oh," he raised an eyebrow. "Interesting,"

Carefully, I started to weave the strands of his hair so they formed a tight braid.

"Really Tenten?" Neji asked.

"Sorry," I apologized. "I couldn't resist,"

"Take it out," he ordered.

"Fine,"

"Aww..." Ino commented. "That's so cute."

"You're so cute,"

Shikamaru pulled her closer. "Now go to sleep troublesome woman,"

"...How early is it anyways?" I asked.

"Oh, four AM," Kiba replied from the wheel.

"WHAT?!"

A/N Sorry for the short chapter. I had to get it out of my system. I thought you guys deserved a quick update also because I left you with that mean cliffie back there in chapter 24 was it? Yeah sorry about that. I was feeling relentless this morning. Anyways, please review. My friends coming over in a couple minutes and I have to clean my room so toodles!