Authors Note: Thanks for all the love and feedback this story has been getting. Now that I'm being serious with this story im going to try and post chapters more frequently. Thanks again!

This chapter also takes place almost 2 weeks after the last chapter.

Chapter 3

Hinata wanted to go home, she felt completely exposed as her and her family walked into the massive ballroom. They went to this elaborate charity ball every year and Hinata hated it. It was pretty much the benefactor's way of showing off his wealth and power, and only the most prestigious families could attend like hers. Not to mention Neji and her father would go talk with the other men, while Hanabi talked to the other girls her age. In the end they all left Hinata alone to be bombarded by men who wanted her and sometimes her money. As they walked in she felt nervous as pairs of eyes fell on her. Her indigo hair was pulled back into a stylish low ponytail and she wore a bit off makeup to enhance her porcelain features. Sakura had helped her pick out some dresses to wear but the pinkete was definitely into showing more skin than Hinata was. She ended up wearing a black satin long sleeved plunging neckline gown with matching heels that showed off her figure more than she liked. Plus the plunging neckline made her chest look even bigger than normal but this dress was far more conservative than all the options Sakura had recommended.

As the night continued on as if on cue suitors came up to Hinata trying to flirt with the heiress. Awkwardly enough none of them were her age and many of them were older than her father. They mostly talked about themselves and all of their accomplishments over the years which only added to their massive ego as Hinata tried to find a way out of one of these egotistical conversations. Hinata didn't know which one was worse, being given to a demon or having to sucker up to every old man who flirted with her.

"If you would excuse me I need to freshen up." Hinata politely stated as she quickly got away from the older man who had now turned his attention to someone else. She eventually made her way to an empty balcony and released a defeated sigh.

"I wonder what Naruto is doing." She mumbled to herself. It had already been almost 3 weeks since they first meet and she hadn't heard from him all day. It was nerve racking but she wasn't his girlfriend so it shouldn't matter right? But as much as she wanted to call him or text him she didn't want to bother or annoy him and it was eating her up. Of course she liked the blonde and their recent outings proved that he enjoyed her company too but Hinata needed to stop thinking about him. After all she wasn't his girlfriend.

"Needed a break too huh?" A smooth voice asked as Hinata quickly turned around. He was a tall man most likely in his early twenties. He was very handsome. He had pale skin and shaggy white hair and he wore a simple black and white suit, but his most striking feature was his icy blue eyes. Naruto's deep ocean blue eyes were definitely beautiful but this guy's eyes were stunning.

"Y-yes I'm not really a big fan of parties." Hinata replied shyly as she noticed the man held two glasses in his hand. She prayed he wasn't another wealthy guy trying to woo her and gain her affection, but at least he wasn't an old guy.

"I saw you out here alone so I thought you might need some company. My name is Toneri." He stated as he held out his hand to give Hinata one of the champagne glasses.

"My name is Hinata and t-thank you." She replied as she grabbed the champagne glass and took a sip. She had never seen this man before but he obviously had to be someone prominent to be here. Toneri leaned over the balcony next to Hinata as they both looked at the view of the gardens next to the mansion. They both stood in silence as the cool breeze slightly filled the air.

"If I may s-speak freely, I really wish I was home right now." Hinata giggled softly as she told the white haired male. She didn't see the reason for being here except to make an appearance and quite frankly she was bored. Toneri chuckled. "And if I may speak freely, I feel the same way but this year I actually had a reason to show up."

"What r-reason is that?" Hinata questioned. Toneri just smiled as he casually changed the subject. This didn't go unnoticed by Hinata but she ignored it as her attention went back to the beautiful view in front of them. The moonlight illuminated everything in its path and the garden was just as grand as the mansion itself.

"Isn't the garden extremely beautiful at night?" Toneri asked causing Hinata to nod in reply. "I know this is sudden but I wouldn't mind skipping the party for a bit and walking down there for a while, would you like to join me?"

The question took Hinata off guard as she thought about it for a moment, leaving the party would be nice and Toneri seemed nice as well. Normally she wouldn't just run away with some guy she just met but apparently she had a habit of doing that lately, still she wasn't so sure it was a good idea.

"No thank you I-." Suddenly a wave a fear stopped Hinata mid-sentence. It was the strange feeling that someone was watching her again, she had been feeling the feeling more and more recently after the events at the mall. Who was watching her was closer than normal this time and Hinata was terrified.

"Is everything alright Hinata you kind of spaced out?" Toneri asked gently putting a hand on her shoulder. Hinata slowed her breath as her heart beat tried to calm down.

"On second thought. I'd love to." She responded breathy as she finished the rest of her champagne and followed Toneri through a backdoor out to the gardens. It felt nice to get away from the crowd of people and take a breather especially from the set of unwanted eyes she felt was always on her. Hinata finally relaxed as the uncomfortable and fearful atmosphere disappeared and a refreshing calm one took its place. Hinata and Toneri casually talked as they walked through the well-lit garden side by side. Hinata found it easy to talk to the male as he talked about his hobbies. Hinata notice he wasn't like most of the wealthy teens her age, he was far more mature and well mannered. She was just glad that she could finally make a friend like her sister and Neji (sometimes) so easily did. She was also glad that whoever was watching her was gone but it was starting to become a more serious problem that she would deal with later.

After a while Hinata decided to go back into the party and meet up with her family. As much as she would love to spend the remainder of her time outside, it was getting late and her family must've wondered where she ran off to. "Thank you Toneri-san this was very much needed."

"You're welcome let's head back inside." He replied smiling as he led the way back to the party. As they walked back through the garden Hinata felt a bit lightheaded. At first she ignored the feeling but as she continued to walk everything was becoming blurry.

"T-Toneri-san I d-don't f-feel s-so g-good." Hinata stuttered as she started to wobble in her heels causing Toneri to run back to her.

"Are you alright?" He asked as Hinata's head started to spin, she couldn't say anything else as her world went dark. Toneri caught her just in time as her body went limp in his arms. "Don't worry I'll take good care of you Hinata Hyuga."

Authors Note: I felt like this chapter is sort of short but I'm trying to work on the word count for each chapter because I don't want to make them too short. See you next time!