Chapter 4

"Sakura! Hinata!" I had become furious, "Where are you?" My apartment was trashed and I assumed it to have been those two, because they were the only ones at my apartment. A small note was perched on a cabinet. I automatically grabbed it and began to read it. It was messy, but I managed to decipher it. It read:

Serves you right for stealing my man you bitch!

I ripped it up and threw it on the floor. This was the last straw. If it was Shikamaru Temari wanted, she'd have to go through me first. I first decided to clean the mess that that little wench had created. Hinata and Sakura came through the front door wide-eyed. Sakura stepped forward, "Let us help you clean Ino-pig." I smile and nod, "Thanks." We tidied up my apartment and I had to explain what happened. Sakura held up her hand, "This means war!" Hinata nodded, no longer seeming nervous of fidgety, "She had no right to destroy your home like this!" I nod too, "Oh, she will pay for this…" I glance at the clock, "I'll pull out a few sleeping bags. It's late and we need to demise a plan." I pulled out three sleeping bags. I hand one to the other two girls and we all fall asleep.

Next Morning

I was the first to awaken, so I took the liberty of making breakfast. As soon as it was ready, Hinata came around. She walked in and smiled, "Eggs… I can't remember the last time my father cooked eggs." I gave her a plate, "Enjoy because after this, we're plotting revenge…" She giggled and forked the food into her mouth. I set a plate next to Sakura's face. Once the aroma reached her nose, her eyes fluttered open. She instantly devoured the eggs fast as she possibly could. A soft knock sounded on the door. I opened it, only to see my smiling father. He took a deep breath, "Well… It seems my daughter has bouquets from two men whom aren't I." He handed me the flowers. They were both equally gorgeous. My father had disappeared. I made a soft 'humph' noise, and closed the door. I'd hoped he would have stayed longer, but oh well. The first bouquet was from Shino. The card read 'Acting isn't as easy as it looks… but I suppose it's worth it.'

I had nearly forgotten about my end of the deal. I smile at Sakura, "Hey… After this is over, would you go on just one date with Shino?" She raised an eyebrow, "Why?" I fidgeted, "Well… Funny story, you see, he agreed to help me act this out if I could get him just one date with you…" Sakura glared at me, "You owe me big time!" I nod, "I know, I know! I owe you!" I glance at the second one and read the card. It was from Shikamaru. It read 'When I saw you with Shino last night, I got so jealous. I understand if you wouldn't want to, but if you will, please meet me at the ramen stand. I just need to talk to you…' I read it over and over again and sigh, looking at the two girls, "I'll be back…I've got some grocery shopping to do." Hinata waved, "Be back soon! Sakura and I will plot something while you're gone." I wave and shut the door behind me. It wasn't the best lie I had ever told, but it got me out. I ran to the ramen stand, and sure enough, there was Shikamaru. I sat next to him. He smiled at me through an unsure gaze. I cough, "So… You wanted to talk to me?" He nodded, "Well… Yeah… I'm having girl trouble so to say." I tilt my head, "Oh? And what would this problem be?" He had a soft rosy tint upon his cheeks, "I'm dating this wonderful girl, right? Brawn, beauty, and brains." I nod, slightly disgusted by his description of Temari, "Some problem that is…" I stood to leave, but he took my arm and mumbled, "Wait, let me finish…" I pull away, "I gave you years to finish!" It hit me hard. I really had loved him for so long, but was too stubborn to show it.

Luckily, Shino was right there. He took my arm, "Come on Ino…" I nodded and followed. Shikamaru ran after us. He held up his hands, "Ino! I never realized it! I really need you…" I look away, "Shino…Will you take me home?" He smiled, "Of course." Shikamaru grabbed my arm once more. I turned to yell at him, but was awe stricken. He was crying. My knight in shining armor was crying. Shino raised an eyebrow and I smiled, "I'll meet you at my apartment…" Shino nodded and walked off. I kneeled next to Shikamaru who was on the ground. I hugged him, "I am so sorry… I was trying so hard to get you, but you looked so happy with Temari…" We sat there, two different people, sobbing and confessing our hearts out. Shikamaru sniffled, "If you want to know the truth, I couldn't stop thinking of you when I was with Temari." I started to laugh. He tilted his head, "Why are you laughing?" I continue to laugh, "Same thing with Shino…"

So in the end, I got my Shika-kun, Shino got his date with Sakura, and Sakura, Hinata and I are going shopping later. In the end, everything worked out the way it was supposed to. I wonder what would have happened if I just would have flat out told Shika-kun I loved him. Ah well, I guess I'll never know…

THE END!

Well…It wasn't the longest fanfic, but it was a first attempt. Review please! I'll work on some other kind of Naruto story. I'm thinking along the lines of the adventures of the character's children which I'll just randomly name… Ah well, Like I said, review and tell me what you think about my first fanfic! I'm always open towards name options if you'd like to name one of the children.

Lots of Love! hyper-active-naruto-lover