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Really, I didn't mean to follow them. Actually, I more or less happened upon them leaving the bar. Fate, it seemed had a wiry sense of humor. I had just came home from my mission, and gotten cleaned up and was headed to Kakashi-sensei's, when I saw them up ahead of me. I thought as kunoichi, they'd be a little more observant , but obviously, they were trashed. It was hard, really, not laughing out loud when TenTen fell. I am one of those guys that rarely shows emotion, but I must admit it was damn funny. I hung back in the shadows and decided to watch.

There was Sakura, laughing, and Ino hanging on to Hinata-sama for balance. Poor Hinata looked flushed and a little off balance herself, and TenTen looked, well, pissed. But what struck me the most was how strange it was to see TenTen come out of her shell. She's always been conservative, but her behavior and the outfit she was wearing shocked me. Her face was flushed, her hair was actually down and I've never really seen her in a skirt, much less a skirt that short. The halter top she was wearing made me realize how much she's grown since I've known her. The hormones kicked in when she got on her knees to raise herself up. Needless to say, I got a great view of her cleavage. I still can't get that thought out of my head. I might seem a little cold and passive on the outside, but, I am also a male with needs. Though I am not quite as obvious about my affections as Lee-san. Damn. I may never be able to see her in the same light again. And her legs, wow. OK, must remember that she is a teammate. Come on brain, picture the thirteen year old TenTen, not the twenty year old babe. Damn. Not working. Fate, is determined to screw with me. Then the next thing I pick up on is Ino singing something about Ten and me sitting in a tree….Wait, I know that song. What is she implying? That TenTen likes me? Yeah right, like that could happen. I've never seen her even glance my way when we are alone together. Has she though? Maybe my superior eyes missed something? Nah, no way, I am a Hyuuga. We never miss a thing.

I finally reach Kakashi's on the other side of town. Instantly, I can hear Naruto and Kiba egging each other on. Those two will never grow out of that habit. I knock on the door and to my surprise, Gai-sensei answers it.

"Hey, Neji! How'sh it going? Glad you're back. We jusht started with the heavy shtuff ."

"No offense sensei, but I think you started a while ago."

"Hey guys, "I say into the room. There is a round of "what's up and "hey". I see the Uchiha sitting on the couch with Shikamaru and Shino. Normally, I wouldn't even consider talking to Sasuke, especially after that incident six years ago. In fact, I don't think I ever fully forgave him for that. Damn near killing Chouji and I. But, he was found and brought back home, and was put under 24 hour surveillance for 3 years. Then Tsunade decided that the seal was what really caused the whole scenario, and he was limited to D-ranked missions and not able to progress past Genin until he turned 18 and had proven himself worthy enough to the village to keep alive. It was a day to remember when he finally took both the Chuunin and Jounin tests and passed with flying colors. Nowadays, with Sakura at his side, he's changed. Not real sure if it is for better or worse, but, only time will tell.

"Hey Uchiha, I have a story for you."

After telling of the past events of the night, and knocking back a few bottles of sake, we basically all settled down for a game of "Lottery". For those who don't live in our village, it is a simple game to explain. Each person would draw a card, and the highest would have to tell an embarrassing story or do something really stupid, or he third choice was to take a drink. The last one sober, or fully clothed after the cards were all drawn, won the pot. Sincenone of us had the balls to admit our faults, wedecided to drink each round.This game, is very childish, but hey, even we Hyuuga's like to loosen up every once in a while. Seem out of character? At this point of our night, even Sasuke and Shino are letting loose. Of course, I am only loosening up within reason. Clan expectations. What can I say? Fate has decreed it so.

Hours later, the food is gone. Naruto, Kiba and Lee are sprawled on the floor snoozing and snoring. Gai and Kakashi and Asuma are still playing Black Jack for cookies. I swear. It's amazing that we really learned anything from these guys. Good grief, drinking makes one introspective. In the corner, Shino is sitting against it. Not sure if he is awake or not. Those glasses make it hard to tell. Uchiha left already, Shikamaru and Choji went home earlier. Married life. Who knows? It's 530 am. My head is starting to pound anyway. No point in going to bed now. Gotta get up and train in an hour.

I trained, headed home, showered again, shaved and pulled my hair back. It needs to be trimmed. Stupid split ends. The Village of the Sand just fries my hair every time I go there. I pretty much missed Ten's birthday. I should at least get her a card or something. I guess I'll let her off training today as my gift. Nah, I might have to rub her night's activities in her face. God, I can still tast the liquor I dumped in my system last night. Lee probably gave her flowers from him. Gai-sensei probably gave her a new weapon. Not that she needs it, but hey, who am I to say?

I was leaving the compound, my feet took me in a southwest direction through town. After a few minutes, I spot her dad's weaponry shop. He's the best there is in Konoha. He makes durable, high quality shurikens and such. I walk over and see her father pounding on steel.

"Hello, sir. Is TenTen still at home? She missed our scheduled training this morning."

"Oh, Hyuuga-sama. Yes, she and the girls got a bit wild last night. It was her birthday, ya know."

"Please sir, no honorific. Really. Neji is fine. I've known your family long enough ."

"But your family is stationed so much higher than mine. I must insist."

"No, really. Don't."

"If you're sure about this then, Ok. Let me finish up here and I can take you up to see her."

"No, that's OK. I know what room she's in. You're working, so I'll leave you. Besides, a little morning wake up call is going to be fun."

"One word of advise though Neji, duck."