star vessel
From a jealous boyfriend to missions together, honeymoon, overprotective husband, nightmares and reveries. Everything from the moon and back.
Chronological One-Shots / Canon-Compliant / Post-War / After The Last
(Can be an extension read for secret lovers)
Disclaimer: Characters and several scenarios in this work belong to Masashi Kishimoto et al.
entry two
prompt
Surviving the day after the mission.
/learning/
the process of acquiring new knowledge
Seated on his couch, Naruto was drying his freshly bathed hair.
After their descent from the Moon, they were warmly welcomed by their friends at the village. However, Sakura-chan was badly needed at the hospital and it so happened that Hinata and Hanabi's father was also admitted there and he must give them their own time.
He must admit that the separation saddened him a little, but it instantly vanished when Hinata gave him a little kiss on the cheek. She quickly ran away after that, of course.
At a night like this, the frozen bite of the wind should be sharply cutting his skin by now. But he was warm. He was feeling all warm on the inside and he can't keep the smile off of his face.
He couldn't believe it!
The last time he went out of his apartment, he knew that his heart felt so light like it was about to be carried away with a simple blow.
However, who would have thought that he would come back differently. Now, his heart felt so full and heavy that he could feel it pulsing.
Naruto thought that he'd only have this feeling while he's around Hinata, but he never knew that he'd be bringing it home with him.
"I never thought that you would notice." Kurama called out with a hint of a chuckle.
"Notice what?" Naruto answered after being snapped out of his daydream. He stood up and realized, "Ugh! Even you dattebayo!?"
"It's been years since that little girl has been taken a fondness over you, kit. It's hard not to miss."
"It's been years, huh?" He muttered to himself.
Where had he been all those years for him to overlook those little things? Little things that mattered a lot to him now.
"You've been eating ramen, asking the other girl out and running after that Sasuke brat. That's where you've been."
Naruto sneered. He seriously didn't need this right now. He was having a great mood a while back, just thinking of him and Hinata and now he was being reminded of how stupid he had been.
Well, he got to admit it. "Yeah, yeah, I was stupid, and you even knew things before I did -ttebayo."
His bijuu chuckled at him and all he could do was sigh. "Do you still remember how you almost put your teammates in danger when you turned into three-tails?"
Yes, Naruto remembered that incident at the Tenchi Bridge with Kabuto and Orochimaru. "That one… where I got Sakura-chan wounded. Yes, I do."
It was a regretful event. The last thing he really wanted was to hurt any of his friends with his own hands.
"When you turned six-tails and attacked Pain, you deliberately turned the other way around to avoid hurting that girl. You might not know that, but she knew."
I…What?
"I think you just didn't know what it meant, kit. Stop wasting your time being upset now. Just be yourself and look forward. You got the girl now."
That's right!
Like, what's his next step anyway? How to do this relationship thing?
He walked back and forth around his living room, squeezing his brains out.
His friends uproared that his confession of love for Hinata was already a proposal and he meant it that way. But should he do something more? He always thought that those romance films were boring, but it looked like he needed those right now.
Oh, and where's Ero-sennin just when he needed him the most?
Tch! Perhaps, those Icha Icha novels weren't that boring after all.
Okay, so…What now? He briskly paced around his apartment.
Sakura-chan said that it would only be a few days before Hinata's birthday. And she need not to say anything, Naruto knew what must be done as Hinata's boyfriend.
He knew Hinata. She's cute, she loved cute stuff and she's shy, so she'd probably prefer something lowkey. What else!? They both loved anything red bean, maybe?
What else could she love?
Well, he loves her.
Okay…that's so out of topic. How could he think of what to give her, if all he could think about was the giddy feeling inside his chest?!
He must be losing his mind.
That must be right.
Naruto stopped from walking as a sudden realization hit him. He struck his head hard with his palm.
He remembered inviting Hinata to his apartment for a cup ramen the night before the moon mission and that was one hell of a freaking bad idea!
His apartment was a mess!
The villagers' gifts were placed atop anywhere. His pile of dirty clothes were still mountainous just like his garbage.
Well, at some point, he did some fixin' and cleanin' already, but it still wasn't Hinata worthy, y'know!
He'd better ask Konohamaru to drop by and help him with his house cleaning. That kid loved taking out some hand-me-downs from him.
"You're just like your mother. Panicking and overthinking about things. Get a hold of yourself, Kit."
Naruto stopped for a while and elicited an exhale. "You're right. You're right."
He pinched his eyes closed and ruffled his hair with his towel. He must be going to sleep now, but he couldn't help himself from feeling excited and nervous at the same time. He wanted to be the best for her. What if he's not good enough? What if he's a total failure at this…this thing?
Damn it!
He threw himself on his bed and covered his face with the piece of the red scarf Hinata made for him.
It smelled just like her. A lot of things happened to that piece of scarf already, but he could still identify every thread of it that was made of Hinata.
Shit! He must be crazy!
They said that the moon was always attributed to crazy people. This made him look at the distant and full mon up above yet what came across him was something entirely different.
His fingers moved on its own and trailed his lips. Although it was short, he could still remember how his kiss with Hinata felt like.
It felt like his whole life was changed. Like he's destiny was fulfilled. Like he could fly.
Stupid, right?
Well, he knew very little about kissing, but who cares anyway? The moment he felt her lips, he forgot everything he knew of. And if he was dumb, then he could've never been any dumber that moment.
All that he knew was there was him and Hinata in this world. Her lips were soft, that it felt like a whisper against his.
And he'd keep on whispering.
Aaaargghh! Naruto twisted and turned in his bed as Kurama chuckled inside his mindscape.
It was as if his face was splitting into half as an involuntary grin appeared on his face. He's just so happy, he didn't know how to contain it. He couldn't help it.
Sun rays hit his eyes and his alarm clock started ringing, but he still was unable to open his eyes.
Normally, he'd be awake even before his alarm clock rang. However, wonderful and heartfelt thoughts sent him off to sleep last night and it gave him a really good slumber.
It was filled of warmth, affection and Hinata.
He smiled to himself, "Hinata."
His heart thumped heavily, he opened his eyes and sat up in panic.
What if he was just dreaming? What if everything's just a dream?
That Hinata….
He gulped and nervously raised the pillow beside him.
Thank god!
He felt relieved as soon as he saw the piece of the red scarf.
It was real after all. He ran a hand over his hair and exhaled.
He was about to go Sage mode just to double check, but Kurama scolded him that it was all real.
He's paranoid and pathetic. Guess, he'd better get his sorry ass going.
Kakashi-sensei instructed him that he must report to him as soon as the morning comes. Hence, the first thing he did was find Hinata and to ask her if they could report together.
Naruto went to the hospital, but they informed him that the Hyugas already left earlier, so she must be home by now.
On the way to the manor, he came across her along the street. Contrary, to his mission clothes, Hinata was wearing her civilian clothes. Her back was turned to him, she was walking silently, and it appeared as though she was in a deep thought.
Naruto grinned and giggled cheekily. He was planning a surprise attack. Maybe with a hug from behind? Maybe that would shock her? Maybe that wouldn't be a good idea?
Well, he'd be testing the waters for now to avoid overwhelming her.
Naruto went close to Hinata's ear and called, "Hi-Na-Ta."
He was near enough to feel her shiver. "N-Naruto-kun?"
Then she gulped.
"Yup!" He affirmed with eyes pinched closed in his signature way.
"G-Good morning?"
Naruto fell silent. Why was Hinata acting so strange?
Hinata reverted back to her own habits around him. She hadn't even looked at him. Well, it pained him a little. But after everything that happened, he knew better. There's something more to Hinata, so he must look and observe further. He could also sense that she was nervous over something.
Could she be…
Hinata didn't know what to do!
She slept feeling triumphant and happy, but she woke up in uncertainty.
Naruto-kun was insisting to look after them at the hospital last night, but she also wanted him to rest for she knew the efforts he exerted during their mission to save them.
Now, it felt like a bad idea after all. Maybe Naruto-kun was right.
But that would be selfish, because she just wanted proof that everything that happened wasn't a dream.
Well, clearly, the moon approaching Earth wasn't a dream. Some of the establishments including Kurenai-sensei's house were taken down.
What seemed to be a dream was Naruto-kun and her.
Did they really…
"Good morning too, Hinata!" Naruto-kun greeted back and he's so near her yet he looked so innocent.
Things just got harder for Hinata.
"There's something about you, dattebayo." Naruto-kun chuckled boyishly. "You must have gotten a great sleep last night."
She fiddled her fingers together and took in a sharp inhale. "Yes, I do."
He pressed closer next to her so that their cheeks were only inches way. "You do?"
Hinata got nervous all of a sudden and she lightly jumped away. Her face reflexively reddened.
She closed her eyes firmly. She was acting like ten years ago. She must sort things out. If they really got together, she must not let something so petty like this get in between them.
If they didn't and it was all a dream…Well, that dream taught her to brave and she'd face whatever she had to.
"A-Actually…" Hinata forced the word out of herself and Naruto just slightly raised a brow, waiting for her, until she slowly turned to face him. "Naruto-ku-"
Her eyes widened.
She touched her cheek. Did Naruto-kun just…
Then, she felt his arms wrapped around her from behind, their cheeks touching each other. "That's the payback from last night."
"Naruto-kun…" She looked up at him and studied his face. He seemed serious now.
It wasn't a dream.
He gave her another peck at the forehead. "Sheesh…I was just teasing you back there…"
She was just looking at him with her wide eyes.
"I also thought the same too, y'know. I thought everything's a dream." He added and this made her smile.
"You meanie…"
They both laughed heartily as Naruto tightened his hug on Hinata. She closed her eyes and relished his warm embrace. It was perfect.
He pulled away, asking if they could report to Kakashi-sensei together, which she agreed upon cheerfully.
"Naruto-kun…" She called as they walked hand-in-hand. "How about if…When you were teasing me back there… How about if everything was a dream to begin with and we weren't together and then you…you ki-?"
"Then, I'd let it be that way. I already kissed you, so I'd just tell you I love you. You are mine." Naruto-kun said carefreely. Then, he leaned and whispered in her ear, "Most importantly, you got all of me."
He was giggling merrily beside her, yet she was blushing unbelievably.
Hinata knew that Naruto-kun was just being honest, but she never really imagined that this would be this embarrassing deep inside. She was still not used to receiving affectionate words from someone, especially from him. Hinata could only imagine what would she feel like if Naruto-kun would go all endearing all over Konoha.
It was rest assured that she must brace herself.
"Kakashi-sensei!" Naruto blasted the room with a brilliant smile on his face, while not letting go of Hinata's hand. "We're here to report -ttebayo!"
"Good morning, Hokage-sama!" Hinata bowed courteously per usual.
"Oh yeah, yeah…" Kakashi waved them off—an obvious smile was hidden under his mask. "Well, look at you… it took you like what? Six or more…"
"Hours…" Naruto inserted.
"Years…" Kakashi continued.
They stared at each other and Hinata watched as she knew that the two were after two different things.
"You said that we report in the morning, sensei." Naruto recalled.
"Oh, I'm sorry. I thought we were talking about the two of you." Kakashi moved his hand hinting at Naruto and Hinata. "When it comes to you, Naruto, the report about personal matters can be mixed up with missions reports most of the times."
"Hinata is relieved and excused from reporting since her father had already given necessary information and she already gave out some intel last night at the hospital. You, Naruto..."
"Well, here's my asse-" Naruto started but he was abruptly cut.
"No, for you, I decided it should be written."
"What?!" The blonde complained. "What do you mean, written? You mean I have to write my report, as in paperworks dattebayo?!"
"Yes, and I want you to report about the genjutsu and more on your psychological and emotional insights during the mission." Their Hokage informed as-a-matter-of-factly.
"W-What?!" Naruto couldn't believe it! Writing everything he'd been through would feel like he was baring his soul. That moment at the cave when he thought Hinata left him was his most vulnerable ever. "How the- Hey! Didn't you even need how Hinata and I managed to destroy that Tenseigan? Or, or, any idea about Toneri's abilities, skills, huh?"
"Hinata had already informed me about it. Just write me what I told you to report. It's for your background as the lined-up Hokage. Besides, because of that we must all protect your weakness."
"Tch! I know what you're doing -ttebayo." Kakashi-sensei thought that he would buy that crap, but Naruto knew his motive. He was his sensei to begin with and he had a reputation.
Naruto knew that Kakashi-sensei would just like to make his mellow dramatic romance in the moon as an extension to the novels he was reading. Sakura-chan and Sai must have already tipped to their sensei everything that happened between him and Hinata during the mission, including the personal ones.
Naruto grunted in defeat. "Fine…"
The two exited the Hokage's mansion and they were being greeted by their co-ninjas as soon as they headed out. They weren't even married yet, but the people were treating them as if they just got hitched. Well, mainly Naruto because he was the village hero and who wouldn't be interested to find out that their hero had already gotten his girl. Scratch that out! Saved his girl and the world.
The thought scared Hinata out. She's smart and ever since they were younger, she knew that Naruto-kun had a huge Superhero Complex, and she feared that she was just playing a role.
Hinata shrugged the negative thought away and smiled.
They were both walking peacefully when Konohamaru's calling bellowed from afar.
"Nii-chaaaan!"
Naruto and Hinata stopped and looked from behind them.
"Konohamaru!" Naruto asked as he noticed the boy catching his breath.
"Are you okay, Konohamaru-kun?"
"They were running after me, kore!" Konohamaru pointed after Naruto's persistent fangirls.
"Good for you!" Naruto congratulated and the boy shook his head.
"Bad for you! They're asking me if it's true." He stopped and looked at the two warily. "If you and nee-chan are really together, how did the two of you get together, blah blah blah kore…"
Not long enough, the fan girls arrived and bombarded Naruto. They crowded him that he didn't even know how to react.
"Have you opened my gift senpai?"
"Is the news true?"
"Naru-sama! Can we eat ramen later?"
"Is this just for publicity?"
Each was hoping that the terrifying news upon their Naruto-senpai's descent from the Moon was just a hoax and nothing but to celebrate their hero's another triumphant mission.
Hinata felt like drowning in the sea and it was dizzying. They were unlike her. They were upfront and forward. She couldn't even cling to Naruto-kun even if she was already his girlfriend. Suddenly, she felt scared and insecure. She felt like a coward.
What kind of a girlfriend was she?
She started stepping back unconsciously and fidgeted on her bag. "I just remembered… I have to do something."
He didn't seem to have heard her.
She remembered she still had to visit Kurenai-sensei and Mirai-chan at the shelter.
"Naruto-kun… I have to leave."
"You were frustrated when he got depressed." Their Hokage voiced out Shikamaru's own concern.
Yeah, seriously. What did he know about relationships anyway? If he knew anything, he was picking it up from his parents and probably he would be picking up from Naruto and Hinata in the future.
For sure, he'd be hearing a lot of stories from Naruto about Hinata and he'd carefully listen just for reference. Who knew that being with Sai for just a mission would also make him this curious?
"On the brighter side, he was exceptionally composed when Hinata's around." Shikamaru added.
Sakura smiled and patted the raven-haired at the back. "Well, at least, you got help now in babysitting Naruto."
They all shared a laugh upon recalling how boisterous their blonde friend could get when hyped up.
Sai was about to say something, but he decided to save it when he had an opportunity to talk about it alone with Naruto.
"Well, they were getting really close during the mission." Shikamaru added.
"It was inevitable." Sakura assured. "I knew it would be."
Shikamaru and Sai narrowed their eyes on her.
"What?" Sakura asked them.
"You put Naruto and Hinata alone together, Sakura." Sai spilled. "I suggested to tag along with them instead of you and Shikamaru, but you said to leave the two of them alone."
"Hey, don't you get started with me, Sai!" Sakura refuted. "The reason why you wanted to tag along with Naruto and Hinata was to use them as research subjects!"
"In speaking of, why don't we have a non-fraternization rule while on a mission?" Shikamaru suggested and shrugged.
"What?!" Sakura complained. "Clearly, boys know nothing about relationships."
"Uh, that sort of thing can't be helped according to my books." Sai rebutted.
Shikamaru's certain about one thing, these two had their own personal intentions.
"I think they're both right, Shikamaru." Their Hokage affirmed.
Shikamaru could only rub the back of his neck and sigh. He knew that Kakashi-sensei was a hopeless romantic just like Sakura and Sai was invested into relationships. While Naruto wasn't seriously into it before, with Hinata as his girlfriend, he had shown signs of being a potential lovesick.
Now, Shikamaru was thankful he didn't belong to Team 7.
The girls swarmed him that he couldn't even process how to manage them. They bombed him with questions here and there.
"Have you tried seeing other girls, senpai?"
"Is she your type of girl?"
"What did you see in her, Naru-sama?"
Naruto never knew that his relationship with Hinata would create an outburst. He thought they would not barge in, after all they were only after him because he saved the village and all, right?
But it looked like Sakura-chan was right. He was stupid.
These girls were interested about other things with him and those things were something that didn't really cross his mind at all. He was not interested.
"Naruto-kun…I have to leave."
That voice… It was soft and he knew too well from whom it was from amidst the crowd.
His heart dropped and he paled in an instant. He noticed that he no longer had her hand in his. She must've thought that he wasn't noticing her anymore and he casted her out. No!
How did he let it happen? Why was he so good at letting her slip away? He felt scared and insecure. He felt like a coward.
Naruto grabbed Hinata's wrist.
"You're not leaving me!"
His voice was loud, and it caught everybody's attention, stopping them from talking.
Hinata felt Naruto's grip on her wrist was tight, but his eyes were full of gentle pleading.
"Please don't leave me again, Hinata. Please, just stay." His eyes were tenderly searching hers and that's when everything hit her.
It's true…What they say about relationships. It wasn't perfect after all.
She and Naruto-kun were both humans; and as humans, they were both broken. She'd rather not let these broken parts of themselves break what made the two of them whole.
"I…I won't, Naruto-kun." She smiled at him and held his hand. She felt relief when he released the tension on his shoulders. "I just remembered that I should visit Kurenai-sensei and Mirai-chan. That's all."
Naruto sighed and tapped his forehead on hers. "We'll visit them, okay?"
Hinata nodded.
"Together…" Naruto added.
Reflexively, she looked up at him and before she could even say anything, she felt his lips on hers and her eyes closed on their own. He was swift and a bit aggressive this time, unlike the one on the moon. His hands were on her shoulders, holding her in place.
He pulled away.
It…really felt short, however.
He was blushing up to his ear and Hinata loved seeing him blush this way, although she's sure she was just as red as he was.
Naruto covered his lips with his fist and managed out a dry cough. "Let's go."
Hinata could only nod in agreement.
The two sped away leaving the people around gaping, including Konohamaru.
Naruto carried Hinata all the way atop the Hokage rock. All she did was bury her face onto his chest, avoiding the villagers' stare.
She heard their "It's them!" "Those two…" "It's real!" in the background but it didn't matter. She was still trying to process that she was in Naruto-kun's arms and her senses was filled up by him.
As soon as they reached the top, specifically the Fourth's, Naruto sat down and Hinata remained standing.
Silence rolled in between them. They needed to talk.
It was apparent that they had a connection—that they could understand each other just by looking at each other's eyes. They were both aware of that by now. However, communication was also a vital part of relationship. They couldn't just rely on the fact that they were…what? Soulmates or something.
Come, on! Naruto didn't even know what "soulmates" mean.
Hinata sighed. She was always the one who held back. This time she had to step forward and be brave. She had to be open and assertive. She was about to speak but…
"Hinata… I have to admit something to you." Naruto started. He had always kept her waiting, but he won't be doing that anymore. "I'm a shinobi and people view me as a hero and all. I saved the village it's just about right. Yeah?"
Hinata just nodded her head.
"I was saving a lot of princesses here and there. Some wanted me to marry them and I think they're really insane. I fought a lot of bad guys, it was really cool. But that one with Toneri was different…"
She just looked as he was gazing upon sky. His eyes were full of sincerity and vulnerability.
"It wasn't because I wanted to one-up Toneri and prove that I was a better man despite our height difference, no! What am I even talking about?" Naruto cleared things up, panicking not to let Hinata misunderstand where he's heading to. "I'll be honest…he's stronger than me, more handsome and, yeah, he got the nerve to marry you. When I saw you with him at the altar, my blood ran cold, Hinata…"
"Naruto-kun…" She scooted beside him.
"But it was no longer about saving a princess nor fighting the bad guy…Yes, I thought about the village. I thought about my friends. I thought about you." He looked at her straight in the eyes. "But it was still different, Hinata. Because this time…it was personal."
The Winter wind blew and its quiet howling could be heard atop the rock.
Naruto formed a bittersweet yet fragile smile. "It took you so long to knit this scarf and…and it took me so long to reach your feelings. I wanted us to have a chance together. That's why…That's why I won't let it end just like that."
Hinata watched as he reverted his gaze to the sky.
"I remembered someone had asked me before… that, if someone who acknowledged me from the bottom of my heart appeared, wouldn't that someone become the most important person to me?"
He looked at her again and cradled her cheek on his hand. "That's you, Hinata. That's what you are to me. You're the one I wanted to protect with all my heart. It's selfish, I know. I'm not that heroic after all."
She could see it in his eyes... How could she question?
It wasn't just a complex...
"Naruto-kun, that's not true." She lovingly held his hand that cradled her face. "I…I've been selfish before, haven't I?"
It was uncanny that he could answer her question without her even asking and that alone made her confident. He answered with such honesty and bravery in showing his weakest side. In her eyes, that only made Naruto-kun even stronger, thus she must be too.
Naruto grinned. Then he wiped the stray tears off her face, gently caressed the top of her head and tucked a few strands of her hair behind her ear. "Are you still scared? Well, you really look tough now."
"But you still looked tensed, Naruto-kun." She smiled sweetly and he pouted.
"It's just that…" He blew off some steam and ran his mouth without even thinking—a habit he inherited straight from his mom. "Our friends said that what I did was already a…you know…proposal something like that and I should do it properly and they said I should get a ring and do that stuff, do this, do that. I don't even know anymore! I pretty much spilled everything and gave myself away -ttebayo! It won't be romantic anymore and I totally failed and…"
"Naruto-kun, I know I couldn't stop you if you want to do things for me, because I might do just the same for you. But asking me to be with you, to live with you and…" She took his hand and cradled it between her hands. "Whatever you said at the moon, for me, is more than enough."
Naruto just looked at her serene face. He could really stare at her forever. How could he miss how beautiful and breathtaking she was all these years?
"It's what I like, Naruto-kun, because it's you. It's all you and it's real. Nothing in this world could surpass whatever you said and did there for us. I might be selfish, but I also wanted to have a chance to be with you Naruto-kun...I don't know if…I mean…"
He understood her. She was simple, humble and kind. She was Hinata and she just wanted them. That was also what he yearned for.
Hinata noticed the shift in Naruto-kun's eyes. They became more serious. He pulled his hand away from her hold and gripped on her shoulders.
"W-Wait…" She stood up and fidgeted.
"I...Uh, I haven't really answered you properly, Naruto-kun." First and foremost, she really meant to do this. "So here it goes! From now on, forever and ever, until I die, I want to be with you, Naruto-ku-"
Naruto's strong arms were wrapped around her. He was snuggled just right at the corner of her neck. Slowly, he was pulling her down to sit. He slightly pulled away and caught her gaze.
They leant close and captured each other's lips. This time they would make it long.
Their lips clashed and it was not beautiful. It was amateur in all levels like they were both griping in the dark. They were both awkward and still learning how to properly do it. But they were both patient to learn and they were learning together.
The kisses they shared thus far were simple, perhaps that's why they're only short. But things you wanted to keep for long, must be learned. It won't be spectacular at first, but once you knew how to make it last, it would be something beyond words.
Naruto smiled at their kiss when he knew that they both got the hang of it. Hinata felt it too and soon, Naruto started giggling and she couldn't contain hers as well.
"Well, we're fast learners." Naruto said with a mischievous grin.
Hinata just dipped her head low, still embarrassed.
"That was like…" He tapped a finger on his chin. "Two minutes, I guess."
"Naruto-kun!" She playfully swatted him as they both stood up while laughing.
They both looked in awe at their village. It was developing and it's a good feeling that they'd developed together with it.
"Hey, Hinata! While we're here, there's something I'd really like to do. I'd just really want to get it out of my chest, y'know."
She just looked at him querulously. He whispered something on her ear, which made her blush slightly. However, Naruto kun had that dopey smile on his face and she couldn't just reject his request.
Well, she couldn't help it. Naruto-kun will always be the boisterous and exuberant Naruto-kun, while she would still be the awkward and shy Hinata.
"Can I?" He asked.
She nodded in response and Naruto-kun grinned happily.
No one would practically hear, right? Right?
On the second thought, her father still didn't know yet and their manor was just at the foot of the mountain. Hold on a sec! "W-Wai-
"I LOVE HINATA -TTEBAYOOO!"
Oh kami! Hinata immediately covered her face. She knew no one could see them, but that was just so embarrassing she even forgot breathing.
Naruto-kun…
Hello everyone!
So they're back!
All relationships are not perfect. (Period). I just don't like it when After The Last fanfics often painted Naruto and Hinata as something perfect when they are our proud failures in the first place.
I know that we could all agree that Naruto was the cheesiest one in here that he could embarrass the hell out of Hinata. On the other hand, at some point, this can bring out the more from Hinata. Like emotions she had never felt before. Hmmm… While Hinata was still ofc the quiet ones between them.
It wasn't perfect and a lot can arise from that but it would all be wonderful.
Again! See you 'til next update!
Your Quirky Novelist,
Fern~
P. S. Writing Naruto screaming atop the Hokage rock embarrassed me as well, but it's so him. I just saw him doing that somehow.
CHAT TIME!
I was about to write you guys like how I usually did it but realized that your comments were about the same bananas so here we go!
OMG! Thank you so much! I hope I could keep the excitement going!
Yessss! I'm back and I based the previous chapter on the art! I wanted to feel how it was to be exactly there at that moment. For jelly, flirty, clingy Naruto! I won't hold back anymore! But I won't overdo either.
I'll change the description and perhaps add that the T might change to M anytime soon (Winks)
Secret Lovers was special to me; it kinda' felt canon (well, there are scenes) ßThis is me critiquing myself, anyway.
Things are cheesy and light for Naruto and Hinata right now, but of course, they'll have their moments. Where they'll do moments. (dun dun dun dun)