To DarkHercules: I agree with your views. ( But that doesn't mean I don't support other, I'd admit, impossible pairings. Sasuke won't ever react the way he did in my fiction in the real story, for example.)
I read somewhere that Tenten was looking at Lee with adoration in a chapter. So yeah, I think maybe they'll get together.
I feel that Itachi X Sakura pairing are just plain wrong. And about Sasuke… I'm not sure. However, I'm happy to hear that Sakura is leaning towards Naruto. (I like the Naruto X Sakura pairing, too. Now thinking about it, you could be right…Hmm. Sasuke went off and broke Sakura's heart, didn't he? And yes, Sasuke is somewhat of a jerk, I admit. And Itachi's even worse.)
I like the Neji and Hinata pairing! (And I love reading Neji and Hinata fan fictions!) If they could get together, well, I think it will be great. However, I am also in for Neji and Tenten pairing...
About Yaoi… I just accepted this kind of thing only recently. Believe me, I'm not exactly comfortable about reading Yaoi fiction, but if it's a good story, (I don't mean the Yaoi part,) I'd read it and say it's good, because it is! I do not know why Fangirls like Yaoi pairings. Maybe it's because it's impossible to have this kind of relationship between guys who are straight, that's why it's so fun to write? (Umm… You get my point here?) Anyway, the thing is, I don't support Yaoi, I don't fancy them, I've just accepted it. So, yep.
Gals and Bad guys? Well, I guess people think it will be interesting if they get together? (Shrugs) It's just what people prefer, I suppose.
I hope these answers your questions… I mean, its fanfiction! Fans create the pairings they like and it's totally up to their imagination. That's why it's called fanfiction. (I think.) Thanks for your review and time:)
Well back to the story… Hope you guys will like it!
Now the next thing is… Naruto thought as he walked.
Flashback of Hinata kissing Naruto
Naruto blushed and continued walking.
He reached the tree where he had been earlier.
Hinata wasn't there. But Neji was. And he looked furious.
"I've been waiting for you, Naruto."
"Huh…Yes?" He doesn't know about Hinata, does he?
Neji walked slowly towards Naruto, his eyes blazing.
Oh boy…
"Why did you reject Hinata-Sama?" He asked simply.
Oh boy. He does know.
"I… Didn't reject her, Neji." Naruto started.
"Oh really? Then why is she crying like that?" Neji asked, cracking his knuckles.
"I… She… Well." How am I supposed to SAY this? Naruto thought frantically.
"Well?" Neji was about a meter away from Naruto, and still moving.
"She kissed me and I pushed her and I ran! Okay?" Naruto said quickly.
Despite that, Neji was still moving.
"So you didn't reject her, then?"
"I… I…"
Flashback:
"Hinata!' Naruto pushed her away in shock. "You…"
Hinata looked stunned too, and blushed deeply.
"I… I can't believe you did that!" Naruto yelped, getting away from her.
"But… N-Naruto… I... I'm sorry… I-But- I really…"
"Stay away. Stay far away!" Naruto snapped.
"N-Naruto…" Hinata stood rooted to the spot, watching him run off.
Oh no… N-Naruto- h-hates me now!
End Of flashback.
"I… I sort of did…" Naruto said guiltily.
"Oh, that's good." Neji grinned. Naruto could feel Neji's breath on his face now.
Neji lifted Naruto's chin. "Then I'll have you…"
"…WHAT?" Naruto yelped in fear. OH MY GOD.
Neji moved closer. "Because I'm gay…" He was still wearing that creepy grin.
"D-Don't come nearer, or I'll… I'll…" Naruto stuttered in fear.
Neji sighed, closed his eyes and punched Naruto.
"…NOT." Neji said loudly as Naruto landed four meters away.
Author: Mocking the Neji and Naruto pairing here.
--------------------------------
Sakura walked almost dreamily back to the house.
Naruto was… I'm… So… confused…Now I…
Flashback:
"I'm not giving up!"
Naruto winked and ran off.
End Of flashback.
"ARRGH! What am I going to do? I'm so confused!" Sakura screamed.
"Confused? What confused?'
"EEP!"
It was Sasuke, looking concerned, standing at the front door.
"W-What are you doing here, Sasuke?"
"I should be the one asking you. Where did you go?" Sasuke said, giving her one of his trademark smirks.
"Nowhere! HAHA!" Sakura laughed and tried to walk past Sasuke, but he blocked her path.
"Oh really? Nowhere?" Sasuke asked.
"…!"
S-Sasuke- Kun's face is so close to mine!
"Wha-Wha-Wha!" Sakura blushed and everything started turning hazy.
"Sakura? Hey, are you all right?" Sasuke asked.
Confused… Face… Wha…
"Sakura?'
"Wha… Ah."
THUMP!
---------------------------
"That's it. Take a deep breath." Tenten said, patting Hinata's shoulder. "You're doing great."
Tenten and Hinata were at another side of the house.
"S-Sorry, T-Tenten." Hinata stuttered, wiping her tears.
"…" What am I supposed to say?
"I-I wo-would like to have time alone for a w-while." Hinata said quietly.
Tenten sighed. "Don't make it so hard for yourself, okay?"
Hinata nodded and Tenten went off.
What can I do to apologize to Naruto… He must be really mad at me…
Hinata bit her lip, her eyes starting to water up again.
"…Hinata?" A familiar voice rang out.
Hinata turned around in shock. It was Naruto, rubbing his stomach. (Neji punched him there.)
"What…Ar-Are you alright, Naruto-kun?" Hinata asked, feeling worried forgetting for a minute that Naruto was "angry" with her. Then she remembered and turned away.
"I'm fine…" Naruto said. "Hinata… I'm sorry."
Huh?
Hinata turned to face Naruto in surprise.
"N-No… I-I'm the one to apologize… I-I'm really… Sorry for… S-so abruptly… I-I know that you were…S-Sakura…" She looked flustered.
Naruto smiled. "Calm down, Hinata!"
Hinata's heart seemed to melt. Naruto's… Smiling… At me?
Then Naruto got serious. "Hinata… I appreciate your affections for me… But right now… I'm… still… I still like… Sakura very much, and I'm not giving up on her. You're one of my good friends, Hinata. I hope we can maintain this friendship… Well… You know…" Naruto said, blushing and scratching his head.
Hinata, somehow, relaxed at that, though the pain of his rejection is still hurting her… But the pain had lessened.
"Naruto…Naruto kun."
"I'm sorry for hurting you like that… You know… Pushing you away and saying such mean words to you, but I didn't mean it, I…" Naruto continued.
Hinata, upon hearing that, gave Naruto a bright smile that caused him to blush.
"T-Thank you, Naruto kun."
Then she looked down at her feet, blushing. "Is it okay… If I…"
"Yes?'
"Is it okay if I give you a hug?" Hinata burst out.
"Huh? I-I mean, sure…" Naruto was pretty stunned at her request.
Hinata went over and hugged him tightly. Then she gave him a watery smile and hurried off.
Naruto stood rooted to the spot, feeling guilty.
Author: Why is everyone feeling guilty! Hmm… comments please? (And suggestions, too?) Thanks for reviewing!