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AN: Readers, there are some (probably a lot) grammatical errors. I've reread this thing and updated the errors, but I know you will find some. I still have a slow laptop and with this massive word count, my Grammarly is slow!
Chapter Nine: "Killing someone should be fun, never out of anger."
Naruto stared at the butchered body that sat in the tub filled with orangey water. The man's lifeless eyes stared back at him, and he quickly turned around when he heard someone opened the bathroom door.
His blue eyes shimmered with happiness and his face stung by all the smiling he was doing. "What are you going to do now?" He asked, eagerly.
"Do you remember what I told you?"
Naruto zipped his mouth and threw away the key. "I won't tell a soul, Kurama-nii."
Kurama nodded and placed his massive hand on the top of Naruto's head. "You're a strange one, aren't you? Who knew you would like something like this?"
Naruto turned around and gawked at the body. "It's beautiful!" He exclaimed and he placed his tiny hand on his chest. "Kurama-nii, my heart is beating so fast. Is that okay?"
Kurama observed the tiny boy with amusement. Naruto ran to the tub and went on his knees. He poked the body a few times and smiled, innocently. "Do my insides look like that, Kurama-nii?" He glanced over his shoulder.
"Yes, but smaller. I can show you if you want?" Kurama grinned sadistically.
Without thinking twice about it, Naruto nodded enthusiastically.
Throughout the months, Kurama and Naruto had developed a close bond, almost like brothers and Naruto admired Kurama more than anyone else in the world.
Being a little kid and finding a new "hobby" Naruto had a hard time containing his excitement. Sometimes he would talk about it with the other kids in the household who quickly tried to shut him up, not believing his chattering, or would draw childlike drawings of blood and body parts.
Kurama noticed right away and would severely punish Naruto for breaking his promise.
He explained to him that this was something others did not need to know about because they were weak and would not understand the joy of murder. Naruto did not understand first and was confused about why Kurama would want to hide something so fascinating until he started watching documentaries during movie day, the news, and what they do to people like Kurama and him.
Hana grew suspicious of Kurama and Naruto's newfound relationship. She noticed how close the two were, and what Naruto would tell the other kids. She didn't pay any mind to it, about the blood and chopped up body parts because Kurama was a forensic pathologist, however, the man also seemed different.
They had a few meetings with the teachers in Suna Elementary and they had to quickly explain Kurama's job, and the teachers understood and advise that Kurama do not expose Naruto to such things. She had never seen Kurama so upset, and Naruto was dealt with- harshly.
Naruto was withdrawn and Hana begged Kurama to bring Naruto back to the foster system or get him evaluated because of what he did to Akari. The girl was shaken and spent her days glued to everyone except Kurama and Naruto.
Akari had scars that flared up, and Kurama suggested they take her out of school and homeschool her. Hana was against it and felt that school was an environment needed to build each's child identity. It was a screaming match between the two adults, but Kurama always got his way- always.
Sometimes Naruto's eyes scared Hana because he had those same eyes Kurama had. They started innocent, sweet, gentle, loving, but the more you looked into them it was like dark pools that held so much evil, anger, chaos.
A year went by and Naruto felt lost and out of place. Kurama began to spend long hours at his job, and when he was home it was chaos. Naruto enjoyed a little chaos here and there, but it was different, and Kurama didn't see the fun in it. It was just something he did so he could escape.
He would find Hana crying every day, even in front of the kids, and he cried too. Kurama was acting differently.
It would be weeks before he came home, and when he did, he just had his way with Hana, would give Naruto a half-smile, and zip his lips to remind him of the promise and leave.
One day, Hana sat at the table defeated. Naruto waltzed in and glared at Hana with so much animosity.
"Why couldn't you be the type of woman Kurama needs?"
Hearing those words was a slap to Hana's face and Naruto left. He had heard Kurama say that to him and Hana on multiple occasions, even when he was drunk or in his sleep.
He always asked Kurama what he meant, and he told him he would find somebody one day he loved wholeheartedly, and she would love him just as much despite what he was.
Hana broke down when Naruto left the kitchen and she finally realized.
Kurama was cheating on her with another woman.
They had the chance to meet the other woman one day when Kurama invited her over for dinner which Hana prepared.
There was an awkward silence and Hana knew quite well this was her. She was a pretty thing. She had long chestnut brown hair that reached her shoulders, beautiful auburn eyes and her skin was flawless and glassy.
She was a colleague of his and they worked side by side.
Naruto eyed the woman down, and he lost his appetite. He didn't understand, yet, what was going on between the adults, but he knew one thing. Hana was much prettier than this woman. She smiled at them and tried to make small talks with him and the rest of the children, but Naruto was all too familiar about these types of women.
They weren't a Hana.
When that lady left, he had never seen that side of Hana before. He hid under the table in the kitchen after she told the kids to leave and listened.
"Are you serious!" She exploded.
Kurama was unfazed by Hana's reaction and gave her a bored look. "You're fucking her, aren't you? How could you do this to me? The kids? Us? After everything we've been through!"
"You were boring me, so I found somebody else to fill that spot." He shrugged.
That sting Hana and she slapped him in the face. Kurama's head turned to the side, and he stared at the ground before he gripped her by her hair and pushed her over the counter.
"What did I tell you about putting your fucking hands on me?" He shoved her head into the dirty dishwater. Hana tried to fight back to breathe, but Kurama was stronger than her. After he felt satisfied, he lifted her head out of the water and she gasped for air.
She began to cry and shook her head, asking, "What did I do wrong? Why can't you love me?"
He dropped her to the floor. "Naruto, let's go," He said before he left the kitchen.
Naruto quickly scattered to his feet and followed behind Kurama. The days were dwindling, and unknown to Naruto, these would be his last few months with his admirer, Kurama.
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Hinata took a deep breath as she approached Naruto with some hot chocolate. Her hands trembled, but she managed to place it on the table and sat beside him.
She could still see some water racing down his neck and she wanted to scold him for not drying himself off properly, however, now was not the time.
Now- now was the time to confess everything she knew about him. She couldn't hold back, and she wouldn't.
"I love you," Her eyes shimmered lovingly.
Naruto stared fondly at the girl, and he smiled. "I love you too, Hinata."
Her heart pounded by those genuine words, and she couldn't help but swallow the lump lounged into her throat. She played with the piece of thread hanging from the shirt and she nodded. "You're nice, sweet, kind, and playful, and it makes me so happy that you're a part of my life, but- She glanced at him briefly, "that's just one side to you, huh?" Hinata cracked a smile. "Deep down you're different, really different, p-possibly insane and things others may not like makes you happy, huh?"
"I'm sorry," Naruto spoke softly.
Hinata snapped the thread from the shirt and set her eyes on him. "No, you're not." Her voice was neither loud nor soft. Naruto's eyes widened when he saw her eyes watered. "Don't say something you don't mean."
They stayed quiet for some time, and Hinata wiped the tears from her eyes. "I don't hate you, I'm still madly in love with you, but I am upset with you."
"I know," He said looking down at his lap.
"Why would you keep this secret away from me?"
Naruto looked to his side, then back at Hinata. "I didn't keep anything from you," he mumbled. "And even if I did, who would confess to something like that to the person they love?"
"Don't you trust me?" He nodded. "Then why? I still love you despite everything you've done. I care about you, and I don't want anything to separate us." She chewed the bottom of her lips and held her stomach.
Just thinking about it made her trembled. Naruto had almost made a mistake that could have been the end of him. "I don't want to lose you," She broke down.
Naruto panicked when he saw Hinata crying hysterically. He quickly wrapped his arms around her and stroked her hair.
"Don't cry, Hinata. You're not going to lose me."
Hearing that made something snap in Hinata and she pushed him off. He stared shockingly at her, and he took a deep breath. She had every reason to be upset.
"Baka!" She punched him repeatedly on his chest. "Baka! Baka! Baka!" He held her fist and she panted heavily. "I'm trembling right now, I really am." Her tears splattered to the wooden floor.
Naruto placed his hand on her back and rubbed it gently. "I know you are, and you have every right to be upset with me, and if hitting me makes you feel better, then please do so, but please don't ever say you hate me."
Hinata jumped on him and wrapped her arms around him tightly. "I'll never hate you!" She cried. "I just don't want there to be any secrets between us. I don't want you to get caught! I just want to help you get better."
"I know, I know."
After a while, she calmed down. "Promise me you won't keep any secrets from me." She rested her small hands on his shoulders and gazed into his eyes.
"I promise," He smiled cheekily. She heaved a sigh. "So, tell me why were you following me?"
Hinata's eyes widened momentarily as it dawned on her. She was so caught up with Naruto and his actions that she didn't realize she was the one who was keeping a secret.
"I'm s-sorry. I kept accusing you of keeping secrets from me, and I had one of my own." She blushed from embarrassment. "That day we met on the train," She could feel her heart racing because it felt so much like a fairy tale how they met. "That day I met you on the train, you wrapped your arms around me, and protected me and I just needed to know who you were. I- I couldn't stop thinking about you, and I-I even had dreams about you and-
They always felt real. Him being there with her, watching her, holding her.
"So, I followed you. I just wanted to know more about you, the type of person you were. I watched your every move. I knew how many ramens you ate, who you were with, your friends, I- The more she spoke, the more she felt embarrassed, and crazy. She looked briefly at Naruto and she was surprised he didn't react with disgust. "I took pictures of you," She mumbled. "I transferred to your school and got the same classes you did. I just wanted to be around you," She wiped her eyes. "I've never felt this way about somebody a-and that night I followed you in the park-
Hinata peeped through the bushes, careful not to make it rustle. 'Why is he talking to Naruto like that?'
"Hold on Marco. I'll call you back. This punk is going to get his a-
Hinata's eyes widened as she crawled back on the damp grass. She covered her mouth with her hands to suppress her the screams.
"Yuki?"
"Yuki?"
She covered her ears as the man screamed for help. Hinata whimpered when she heard something fall to the ground with a thud. The tears fell from her cheeks, and she shook her head, praying for it to stop. Her heart stopped when she heard:
"Ah, hello."
Hinata felt her hands tremble when she heard Naruto's voice. There was something deeply troubling about it, and it sent shivers down her spine.
"I'm sorry, b- but your friend can't come to the phone anymore." He chuckled darkly. "Ja ne." He disconnected the call. He threw the phone in the bushes, barely missing Hinata and walked away.
"And even after knowing all you've done, I fell in love with you."
Naruto tried to stifle his laugh, but he couldn't, and he ended up laughing loudly. Hinata felt hot, and embarrassed and just as she was about to run away, but Naruto held her down on his lap, still laughing from time to time.
"I-I'm sorry," His cheeks burned. "I wasn't laughing at you, but I've waited so long for you to admit it."
Hinata calmed herself in his arms and waited for him to finish. "Hinata," Naruto said, cupping her cheeks. "You're so cute and innocent." He kissed her nose. "I know all about your stalking," He spoke nonchalant. "I know everything you did, like watching me from the distance, taking pictures of me, transferring to my school, lying in my bed," His voice suddenly became low. "Hiding in my closet," He smirked when Hinata stared mortified.
"Why are you embarrassed?" He tilted his head to the side. "You're acting like that's worse than killing someone." He laughed when Hinata frowned. "Do you want to know how I know?"
Her tongue felt heavy and all she could do was nod her head.
"So, did I."
Hinata cocked her head to the side, and she suddenly realized.
"I follow you…" Her voice faded.
"So do I."
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"Do you think it's him?" Sakura asked Ino.
"We'll see. You know the murderer already has his own fan club."
"How? They didn't even leave a sketch of the guy, and besides maybe the killer is a girl." Kiba said.
Hinata held her stomach as she felt queasy about the topic. She gazed at Naruto to see if he was doing fine, and he was happily eating her strawberry yogurt. Naruto put down the spoon when Hinata's eyes landed on him and he winked at her before finishing it.
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"But how did you get my phone?"
"I took it," Naruto said. "Are you mad at me?"
Hinata shook her head. "No, I can never be mad at you," She took the phone from Naruto.
"I know there are important things in it. Maybe you should be careful because some people won't be too understanding."
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"She's a cute stalker though," Naruto grinned.
"Mhm. Let me get you out here before the sea rages." Naruto chuckled.
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"Oh, maybe you should stop spending time watching Hello Kitty and watch more horror movies,"
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"It goes back much more than that," He smirked.
Hinata opened her mouth widely at the new information. "You knew all this time."
Naruto wrapped his arms around her waist and looked up at her. "Of course, I did." He grinned.
"I want to help you," Hinata deadpanned. "I want to help you get over this thing and live a normal life, Naruto."
"Normal?" He didn't sound hurt and it was just an innocent question. He knew he wasn't normal and killing wasn't something normal people did for a hobby, but still. It was the only thing he really knew, one of the many things he enjoyed doing, so why would he want to stop?
Humans gave off a raw emotion when they're helpless, fearful, cunning, mad, defeated. He enjoyed every look on their faces. It was such a turn on and was even more exciting when someone watched.
Hinata cupped his cheeks which brought him back to reality. "I still love you," She kissed him on his forehead. "I'll always love you, so let me help you."
A new turn of events shifted his previous plans, and he didn't expect Hinata to do such a drastic thing, to paint him in her colors, but he would. Why? Because everyone knows you should never wash white with colors.
"I love you too, Hinata, but what if I can't change? I've been this way ever since I met Kurama, so what if I can't?" He lowered his head. "Would you still love me?"
"I'll love you even after I die, Naruto. I just don't want to lose you. I don't want them to take you away from me. I can't afford to lose you." She kissed his forehead again. "You're mine, all mine, and will always be mine, forever."
Hinata held him tightly, and the more she held him, the wider his grin became.
"Please tell me," She said releasing him. "about this Kurama person."
He tilted his head. "It's almost four in the morning, I-
Hinata shook her head. "I need to know more about you, Naruto. You mentioned this Kurama person before and how he locked you in the basement, so please tell me about your childhood. Please tell me everything and don't leave nothing out."
He leaned back on the chair and nodded. "I've always felt like something was missing from my life," Naruto said, staring at the ceiling. "I've never really understood it, this thing, until Kurama and Hana adopted me…"
(Please refer to Chapter 7: Naruto's Awakening for his childhood).
Hinata held her stomach as Naruto told his story, and she got up a few times to throw up. She apologized and told him to continue. She needed to understand Naruto and his reasoning.
Anything that would help her fix him.
"I've never seen Hana so upset." Naruto said. "I had a feeling she didn't like me, but who could blame her? It was because of me why everything went to hell."
"Because you k-k-killed them?" She stuttered out.
"I only killed one. Kurama did the rest. I always had a feeling he would, but I just didn't know when." Naruto replied.
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Hana sat quietly with the kids as they ate in peace. She kept glancing at Naruto who sat on the tiled floor. He only ate a little and pushed the plate to the side. Hana loved all her kids, but Naruto was an exception.
She hated him because she honestly believed he was the reason Kurama was no longer with them. The chair scraped against the floor and she marched over to him.
"Why aren't you eating?" She balled her fist.
"I'm not hungry," He mumbled. "When is Kurama coming back?"
"Why? Do you think he'll come back for you?" She grabbed the plate off the floor and threw it in the garbage. "It's your fault he isn't here." She mumbled. "Everything is your fault."
"No, it isn't!" Naruto screamed at her. "It's your fault! Baka! Baka! Baka!"
"Shut up!"
Akari trembled while Roshi tried to comfort her. Hana looked over her shoulder and saw how frightened her children were, and she broke down in tears.
Naruto watched as the other kids started to cry along with Hana. He got up and sat on the living room sofa. Their wails became unbearable, and before he realized, he was crying too.
Kurama wasn't here. He longed to see him. Be with him. Spend time with him. Have fun. Just the two of them, but she ruined it. That woman.
Soon afterwards, Hana became very abusive to Naruto, and so did the other kids. She made him eat on the floor, sometimes she would starve him, or called him out of his name. He wasn't allowed to be around the other kids, and she would lock him in the closet for hours until he used the bathroom on his self.
Naruto waited, day after day, weeks after weeks, and still Kurama didn't show up. Kurama didn't come for him. Kurama didn't stop them.
One day when Hana and the kids were tormenting him, he just stood there silently. They didn't care, and he couldn't blame them. He was the outcast and he had done so many wrong things. All he knew was Kurama had abandoned him and he wouldn't see him ever again.
But it was that day, everything came into play. Hana had slapped him so hard for disobeying her orders, that his lip split, and his tooth had fallen out. There was so much blood, and Hana's hands trembled when she saw what she had done.
"N-Naruto! I-
There was a sound that clicked, and all eyes turned towards the door that opened slowly. Hana stared in disbelief when she saw Kurama standing by the door.
"K-Kurama!" She ran to him and wrapped her arms around him. "Where have you been? I missed you so much!" To her surprise, Kurama hugged her and his eyes locked on Naruto who glared at him.
He spotted the blood that ran down from his chin, and Naruto turned and headed to his room. Kurama would leave like always, so it didn't matter. He pressed his knees against his chest and stared at the wall.
Kurama would leave like always…. Leave him…. Alone… again…
There was a knock on the door, and the light made its way into the room when the door opened slowly. "Naruto,"
"What? Are you leaving so soon?" He barked.
"Soon, but I just wanted to check on you. Did Hana hit you?"
"What do you care, huh?"
Kurama crossed his arms and sighed. "You know I would take you with me- hearing that made his heart skip a beat, "but the woman doesn't like kids. You understand, right?"
"Fuck you," The tears threatened to fall from his eyes.
Kurama smiled solemnly and without a word he left the room.
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Naruto got up slowly and walked into the living room where Roshi, Yuki, and Yuno were playing a board game. He turned his head to left to see Akari in the kitchen trying to grab the box of cookies from the high counter top.
His ears wiggled as he could hear Kurama and Hana in the other room, and he balled his fist. It was like this every time Kurama came back, and soon he would be gone, this time probably for good. He balled his fist tightly and squeezed his eyes shut. He didn't want Kurama to leave! He didn't want him to leave him here with them!
The more he thought about it, the more he got incredibly angry.
Akari had managed to snag the box of cookies and he took a deep breath. Last time… that time he had done those things to Akari, Kurama took him away… They were away for a long time so maybe…
Akari walked into living room slowly and she froze when she saw Naruto just standing there. There eyes connected instantly, and she shivered slightly when she noticed the dead look in his eyes. He saw that, and his lips tugged upwards.
No, that smile wasn't genuine at all. That smile made her sick to her stomach and she remained still. It was as if something had covered her mouth and she couldn't do anything about it. Her little heart knocked against her chest and her eyes watched him walked over to the kitchen.
Roshi peeped his head up when he noticed Akari didn't return. He saw her standing there watching Naruto who had entered the kitchen.
Being the older brother, he walked by her side and patted her head which brought her back to reality.
"What's the matter?"
Akari looked down and held the box of cookies tightly. "H- He scares me,"
Roshi glared at Naruto who had his back turned. "Oi, why are you in here? I thought Hana told you that you're not allowed in the kitchen." Naruto didn't respond. "You know it's your fault Kurama left right? I mean I guess it's a good thing since he isn't here. It'll be good if he leaves again," Roshi mumbled. Akari glanced at Roshi and nodded.
Naruto's shoulder trembled slightly, and Roshi turned to go back to the twins. "Let's go Akari."
Akari followed behind Roshi but stopped when she felt an eerie present behind her.
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Hana wrapped her arms around Kurama's neck as the two made love, and she had never been so happy in her life. The entire world was cut off. It was just her, and him. No kids. No Naruto. Nobody, except them.
She closed her eyes tightly and he let out a low moan as he came in her. He rolled beside her, and she rested her head on his chest.
"Kurama," She whispered, "I-I'm sorry I haven't been a good wife, but I can do better. Please tell me."
"You wouldn't understand." He replied.
Before she could respond, the door slammed opened and Roshi rushed in. "Hana! Hana!"
Kurama turned to sit on the edge of the bed and sighed heavily. "You still don't have the kids under control I see." He grabbed his boxers from the ground.
Hana glared at Roshi for the interruption. Suddenly, there was commotion and screaming. "What's going on?" Hana said, covering herself with the blanket.
"I tried to pull him off, but he's too strong. He's stabbing Akari!" Roshi shouted. "Help please!"
Hana jumped from the bed and darted out the room. Kurama's eyes widened and he quickly pulled up his pants and followed behind Hana.
Akari screamed loudly as the blade punctured her white skin. Yuno and Yuki were in the corner, shivering in fear as they watched Naruto stab Akari repeatedly with the kitchen blade. Blood splattered all over the beige carpet and him.
Akari tried to push him off, but he was too strong. and he put all his weight on her stomach. She cried when the knife entered her small hand.
"We're having fun, right?" Naruto shouted. He forced the knife into her chest a few times.
Hana grabbed Naruto by his shirt, and he swung the knife at her, grazing her bare chest.
She dropped him to the floor and tried to tend to Akari who wasn't moving any longer. Kurama walked behind Hana who was crying and stared at Naruto who stood there, panting heavily.
"Why?" Kurama asked in a monotone voice.
"You're leaving anyway! Who cares!" Naruto blew up. "You're leaving me with them, again!" He finally cried. "I hate you!" He threw the knife to the ground.
Hana screamed as she held Akari's bloody body against hers.
Kurama pinched the bridge of his nose. It wasn't supposed to happen tonight, but all things happen for a reason.
"Get up," Kurama said, grabbing Hana by her arm.
The woman kicked and screamed when Akari's head hit the floor. Roshi stared in the hallway shaken in fear and quickly locked himself in the bathroom.
"W-we need an ambulance," Hana urged. "She may have a chance."
"She's dead." Kurama said without a trace of emotion in his voice. "Get the rest of the kids, now." Kurama demanded. "You stay there," He pointed towards Naruto. "And I mean it," He squinted his eyes.
"Kurama!"
The grip around her arm tightened and he glared at her. "If you want to be the kind of woman I love, get the kids," He said between clench teeth.
Hana wiped her eyes and the blood smeared on her delicate skin. She quickly gathered Yuno, Yuki and Roshi and brought them into the living room.
Yuno and Yuki cried hysterically, while Roshi was frozen in fear. It was as if every cell in his body told him to run and get away, that he was in danger, but he was too scared.
Kurama came back inside with some rope and threw it towards Hana. "Tie them up."
"What?" She said, confused. "Kurama!"
"If it's one thing I always told you, not to let your emotion get the best of you unless you'll make a simple mistake like this." Kurama glared at Naruto who stood there like a zombie. "Killing someone should be fun, never out of anger."
Hana stared shockingly at Kurama and what he had just explained to Naruto. She lounged towards the house phone and was about to dial the police when Kurama grabbed her by her brown hair and threw her to the floor.
"Wow," He said. "You little piece of shit," He stomped on her stomach.
Hana rolled on her side and held her stomach. "After all that shit you spoke about wanting to be the wife I need, and you pull that stunt." He ran his hand through his hair. "Shit!" He shouted. "This was not how I planned this shit out." He sighed loudly. "Whatever." He signaled Naruto over. "Move. Now!"
Naruto quickly rushed to Kurama's side, and he handed him some tape. "Cover their mouths." He said, passing Naruto some tape. "Oh, Hana, if you love me so much, tie their hands and legs and I promise it'll just be the two of us."
Naruto's ears wiggled and he reluctantly covered their mouths.
Once they were tied like some hogs, Kurama sat back on the chair and sighed. "Naruto, you really fucked me over this time. I was going to make this fun for the two of us before I leave, and you fucked it all over."
"I'm sorry. I just missed you and you were leaving."
"It doesn't matter!" Kurama said, glaring at him. "You know I always come back to see you."
Naruto lowered his head and sat down. Hana shook uncontrollably and watched as the kids' screams were muffled.
"Are you having fun?" Kurama asked him. "Do you understand what I mean?"
"Yes," Naruto whispered.
"Hana, why don't you put on some fucking clothes?"
She quickly left their sight and ran into her room. "Killing out of anger takes away the fun, Naruto. You should never let anger consume you when doing something like this."
"I know," He squeezed his eyes shut. "I- I just wanted to be with you again. Why can't you take me with you?" His blue eyes gazed at Kurama. "Why do you need her?"
"Because I love her." Kurama responded.
Hana froze when she heard what Kurama said. She sobbed uncontrollably and Kurama glanced over his shoulder. He rolled his eyes and signaled her to come here. She slowly approached him, still crying and she sat on the accent chair opposite him.
"I should wait, but I don't have time." He sighed. "Hana, you stay here. Naruto, follow me."
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"So, you did it out of anger." Hinata whispered. "B-but it wasn't your fault! Kurama played with both you and Hana's emotion so that makes you a victim. You only did that because you thought it would make him stay," She held her hands together. "What did he want?"
"I don't think myself as a victim, Hinata and as the years went by, I don't think Kurama played with my emotions. He kept me alive even after I screwed up." Naruto responded. "Kurama was twisted in his own way, and I've concluded that he didn't realize what he had in front of him."
"What do you mean?"
"Hana loved Kurama so much, but Kurama was too stupid to see." Naruto shrugged. "I'm getting a little tired, can I tell you the rest some other time."
Hinata gazed into his deep pools and noticed there was a flicker of sadness in his eyes. Maybe Naruto didn't know how much love he really had for Kurama and the mere thought of him abandoning him hurt him deeply is what she thought.
She wrapped her arms around him and rubbed his head. "We can talk about it some other time. Let's get some shut eye."
Naruto wrapped his arm around Hinata and pulled her tightly next to him. She couldn't help but stare into the darkness that engulfed the room. She could hear Naruto breathing slowly and she wondered if he had fallen asleep. How? After everything that was done and said, how could he fall asleep so easily? Yeah, maybe because this was normal for him. He had had been doing it for so long so.
She trembled slightly just thinking about that girl, and she squeezed her eyes shut. It will be okay is what she wanted to believe. She had to do it, or else Naruto would have been taken away from her.
Naruto stared in the darkness as he couldn't sleep. Just recalling his childhood made him slightly upset. He was conflicted. If it wasn't for Kurama leaving him there, then he would have never met Hinata, but it still wasn't fair right? Kurama was someone who he looked up to, and they had been through so much together.
They could have been the perfect family. Him, Kurama, and maybe even Hana…
"Hana," Naruto said with a shaken voice. "Do you still love Kurama?"
He could hear the chains moving, and she replied in a weak voice. "Yes."
"Why? He left you down here to die. Why do you still love him?"
"I- I don't know," She laughed suddenly. "I-I've always loved Kurama. He is my everything."
Naruto frowned by the answer. "But he doesn't love you because he didn't tell you his secret."
Hana felt her eyes watered and although Naruto couldn't see, she shook her head. "I guess you're right, but I would have still loved him either way. Do you think Kurama loves you?"
Naruto wrapped his arms around his knees and shook his head. "No," He whispered.
"Why? You were always his favorite child and he cared so much for you."
"If he did care about me why did he leave me?" He felt his eyes sting.
"I'm unsure, but maybe he knows you'll survive."
"I know you hate me," He suddenly said.
Hana frowned. "A child shouldn't know what hate means," She coughed harshly. The metallic taste entered her mouth and she held her stomach. She could feel the warm blood slowly leave her stomach and she closed her eyes tightly.
"But I do!" He shouted.
"I don't hate you, Naruto. I- I just hate who you are, but it is not your fault." She winced in pain. "You were born differently, and you have a different mindset. You and Kurama are both the same." Her voice became weaker. "He was going to do this either way."
Naruto remained quiet.
"Can I tell you a secret, Naruto?"
"Yes,"
"I don't care about what Kurama did or has done, I still love him. I would have followed him wherever he went, I- I just wished he could have seen that,"
Hinata had fallen asleep, but Naruto was still up. He held Hinata closed to him. He wouldn't make that mistake Kurama made. Kurama let go of someone who was important to him, someone who would have loved him unconditionally despite the very monster in him,
The rain poured down suddenly, and Shizune sighed as she watched the rain from the office window. This was the third time the weather man had gotten the forecast wrong, but she couldn't be too upset. He was such a young and handsome fellow to look at, and she couldn't contain her excitement. She giggled childishly just thinking about him.
"Fangirling over the weatherman again, Shizune," Tsunade questioned.
Shizune turned completely red and shook her head. Tsunade took a sip of her coffee and sighed. "Maybe you should think about dating."
"I should tell you the same thing," Shizune hummed. "If I remembered correctly, a certain white hair pervert wants your hand in marriage."
Tsunade scoffed. "I'll be in my office."
Shizune watched Tsunade disappeared through the back door and she gazed at the ceiling. "Oh, Naruto's birthday is almost here," She said. "She's probably stressing what to get him,"
The lights flickered suddenly, and a loud thunder echoed through the sky which made Shizune almost jump from her chair. She cleared her throat when the phone rang and she answered, "Dr. Tsunade's office, Shizune speaking how can I help you?"
"Ah, hello," Shizune blushed slightly when she heard the stranger's deep alluring voice. His voice was deep and captivating that she put on her best voice.
"H-Hi," She replied nervously. "A-are you making an appointment?"
"No, no," The stranger laughed softly. "You have a cute voice, Shizune was it? How are you doing today?"
Shizune nearly squealed. "I'm fine," She smiled cheekily. "Is there something I can help you with?"
"Actually, you can. I'm looking to speak to Dr. Tsunade in regards… to a private matter," She could tell he was smiling, and she wondered how this unknown man looked.
"Can I take a message?" She asked, playing with her straight hair.
"Oh no, it's a particularly important matter. I mean, I would love to stay and talk with you, but it is a dire matter regarding Naruto," Shizune's eyes widened and she held her stomach as she feared something had happened to him. "He's okay, but it is crucial. Can I speak to her?"
"Ah, yes. I will get her right away um-
"How rude of me, Shizune. I go by K."
"K?" She said, unsure. "Um, I'll transfer you now,"
"Thank you, Shizune. Hopefully, we'll get to talk a little longer."
"Yes, hopefully," She whispered. "Please hold."
"Thank you,"
Shizune placed the unknown man on hold and dialed Tsunade's office number.
Tsunade placed her coffee mug down and turned on the speaker.
"Wh-
"Tsunade, um- a man is on the phone. He says it's an important matter he needs to speak to you regarding Naruto."
"Naruto? What is his name?" Tsunade asked.
"Um, he said it was K," Her voice softened.
"K?" Tsunade sighed. "This better not be a prank call from that boy. Transfer him over,"
"Hai," Shizune squeaked. She quickly transferred the call and sighed once more.
Tsunade was going through some files when she heard a beep from the line signaling that a call had come through.
"Hello, this is- Before she could finish her sentence, an appealing voice came on the phone.
"So, Tsunade or should I say Dr. Tsunade," He hummed, "Tell me, how is my son doing?" She stopped flipping through the files, and a lump formed in her throat. It was as if someone had twisted her stomach and ripped out her heart. "You're quiet. So, I guess you know who you're speaking to," She could hear the man smirk over the phone.
"Well, didn't expect for you to sound like that," Tsunade said, trying to put up a front.
"I know. I can eat your heart out, huh?" He smiled. "You haven't been giving Naruto my letters. Why?"
"Why do you care? You locked him in the basement for five days to rot." Tsunade replied, bitterly. "I've already given every letters you've sent to the Suna police and it won't be long before you're caught, Kurama."
"Awe, no memento?" Kurama said, playfully. "I didn't leave him there to rot. I was going to get the ball of sunshine sooner or later, maybe," He chuckled.
"I'm going to report this to the police." Tsunade narrowed her eyes. "You're a danger not only to Naruto, but to everyone you've come into contact with."
"You think you know that boy so well, but remember this Dr. Tsunade, he's been in my care for all those years. Do you really think I haven't warped his mind? Do you really think that boy is normal?" There was a moment of silence. "Or maybe you do."
"Naruto is nothing like you." She barked. "Stop sending those letters to my house and leave him and me alone!"
"But he's my son!" Kurama snapped. He took a deep breath before he laughed. "Fucking neighbors tipped you guys or something, huh?" He slid his fingers through his dazzling red hair. "I take that as a yes. Anyway, I'm going to send him a present. You know his birthday is coming up soon."
"Kurama, I swear to god if you as so much lay a finger on him, I'll-
"You'll do what?" He deadpanned. "Naruto isn't a replacement for your dead brother, Dr. Tsunade and you know that." She winced by the mention of her brother. "You've been ignoring my letters for so long, I decided to call you to remind you, I'm still here." She heard some keys jingling in the background. "Well, I have business to tend to, Dr. Tsunade. Tell Naruto I say hi, and I'll talk to you later… baa-chan."
The phone line cut out, and her heartbeat fastened. She dropped the phone to the table and wiped her hands against her face. There were so many things that rushed through her mind that she didn't even know where to start.
Naruto knew he had to thread lightly with the entire situation. He could tell Hinata was still a little shaken up, and not to mention Sakura was becoming a thorn in his side with her constant somewhat truthful comments about Hinata.
God, if it wasn't for Ino telling him what happened in the mart that could have been ugly. He almost laughed because he couldn't believe how he managed to pull it off.
Still, Sakura was a nuisance and it was not like he could do anything about it, right? Technically he could shut her up for good, but she was in his friend circle and no telling how Ino would react to her best friend's untimely demise.
With Sakura's constant snooping and babbling would lead to something unnecessary which could be disastrous for both ends.
He sighed as he focused his eyes on the presentation in front of him. Sakura has always been jealous and that was part of the reason why it didn't work between her and Sasuke. She was one who craved attention and if Sasuke wasn't able to give it to her, she would seek it from him or someone else.
Killing was out of the picture, although it would be fun to see her pretty face turn into shock once she found out what he really was. Just imagining that fear alone was a turn on for him. Fear, shock, betrayal. That would be a sight to see. Just wrapping his hands around her slender neck and chocking the life out of her would be a ball. Hinata would probably enjoy it too since she didn't even like the girl.
He lowered his head and sighed softly. Why couldn't Sakura be like Ino and just enjoy Hinata's company? It's not like he even had a thing against Sakura. It was just who she was, but now that Hinata is in the picture, there's just somethings he can't allow from her.
"Shit," He could feel his pants tightened. Fantasizing about killing your friend in a class of almost thirty students wasn't the best idea.
"Are you okay, Naruto?"
He turned to his side and saw a red hair girl looking at him. Her name was Karin Uzumaki. Apparently, she was a distant cousin, or some shit like that, not that he cared.
He smiled at her. "I'm fine,"
"Presentation making you nervous?"
"No, learning about the different organs is quite fascinating." He grinned.
She nodded and adjusted her glasses. "Um, how is Sasuke doing?" He watched as her pale cheeks turned lively. "Him and Sakura aren't going out anymore, right?"
"Hmmm, he's fine." He smiled. "And no, they aren't. Interested?"
She nodded her head slowly, and Naruto almost chuckled. Females were so easy to read. "Do you want his phone number?"
Karin stared at him suspiciously then she pouted. "What's the catch?"
"No catch," He brought his hands up. "I'm just a simple man trying to help my best friend find the lady of his dreams, ya know?"
She nodded and turned her direction to the front of the class. There was something about Naruto that caught her attention. He was nice, sweet, gentle and kind. His chakra was a burst of energy and he was so warm.
Naruto slid a piece of paper on the table next to her and she took it.
"Make sure you wear protection. We don't want mini Sasuke's running around here," Karin lowered her head and she almost punched him.
In the academic lab, Hinata watched the rain pour down. She would have brought an umbrella had the weatherman gave accurate information today. Ino's eyes scanned through the work instruction and she turned to her side to see a flash of light burst in the sky followed by a rolling thunder.
"I should have known it was going to rain," She took out a calculator. She glanced at Hinata who was looking outside. "Are you okay, Hinata? You have some terrible eye bags,"
Hinata lowered her head. "I- I'm fine,"
"Did Naruto keep you up all night?" She giggled when Hinata's head snapped up.
"No, no it's nothing like that," She shook her head.
Ino fumbled through her backpack and pulled out a pink packet and slid it across the wooden table. "These are eyepatches for your eyebags. They'll help get rid of them. You have such a pretty face, remember that. Take care yourself."
Hinata took the small packet and read over it. "Thank you, Ino."
"It's no problem, marshmallow." She smiled. "But are you sure you're okay? You can tell me anything."
Hinata chewed on the bottom of her lips and nodded. "I slept by Naruto last night…"
Ino's eyes sparkled by the information. "Yeah?"
"And, well," Hinata squirmed uncomfortably in her seat. "Am I being irrational?"
"About?"
"Sakura called him really late… and she sounded drunk," She played with her index fingers and took a deep breath. "She said some things that made me really uncomfortable and how I didn't deserve him. She also said something about her being the girl for him."
The two stayed quiet until Ino shifted in her seat. "She sounded drunk?"
Hinata nodded. "Yeah, her words were slurred."
Despite her outer appearance, Ino was quite upset on the inside. "That was very rude of Sakura to say something like that and I apologize on her behalf." Ino placed her hand on the cold table. "Don't take it personally, Hinata. She's always been like that, but still wrong is wrong. I will speak to her about it. Her behavior is becoming quite unbearable."
"I'm sorry. I know she's your friend, but-
"You have nothing to apologize about. Sakura is being a bitch,"
"Thank you, Ino. You're really a nice friend." Hinata remarked.
"I try to be," She smiled. "We should hang out more if Naruto lets you. I feel like he's been hogging you all to himself," She pouted.
"It shouldn't be a problem!" Hinata covered her mouth because she had spoken loudly. "Sorry. I like being around you too, Ino. You're so nice and kind to me,"
"You are too, Hinata. Um, if it isn't too much to ask, can you be patient with Sakura." She said. "I know she can be annoying to be around but give her sometime and she'll get used to you."
Hinata sighed. "I really don't want to, but I'll try just for you Ino."
Ino clapped her hands softly. "You're the best, Hinata."
Karin waited outside of the classroom for Naruto who had stopped to talk with the professor. After a while, he came out and his eyes landed on her. He adjusted the backpack on his shoulder and gave her one of his famous smiles.
"You have this room again?"
She shook her head. "I was just waiting for you. Are you sure I should text him? I mean he didn't give me his number," She adjusted her black frames.
"How else were you going to get it?"
"Well-
"It's fine, Karin. Just let him know I gave you his number. Good luck." He said, walking down the hall with other students.
Karin watched his back and chewed on her bottom lip. She dug into her pocket and looked over the phone number before she nodded.
Naruto looked over the text message Hinata had sent.
Hinata: I'm in the academic lab with Ino. I'll wait for you…
"Naruto,"
He glanced over his shoulder and saw Sakura approaching him. She'd looked so out of it. Her long hair was placed in a sloppy ponytail, her clothes were wrinkled and unkempt, and she had dark circles around her eyes.
Guess he could say that he, Hinata and Sakura can pass for triplets.
"Sakura, you look like hell." He remarked.
"Ha, ha, ha very funny." She held her head.
"Long night?" Naruto turned to face her.
"Yes, went drinking with Kiba,"
"You've been spending a lot of time with Kiba. How is Lee going to feel about that?"
She frowned. "Lee has been busy with his tournament and he doesn't have time for me, and it's not like you care about me anymore,"
Naruto's eyes lit up. "I do care about you. You're my friend,"
"Doesn't feel like it," She sat down on the chair in the hallway. "You didn't tell me you had a crush, and you've been ignoring me lately." Her head was pounding her like crazy.
"That hurts," Naruto put on a sad face, "Maybe I could say the same about you since you didn't tell me you were fucking Kiba."
Sakura's eyes widened. "How- did Kiba tell you?"
"No, but thanks for confirming it," Naruto grinned.
Sakura shot up angrily and grabbed her things from the chair. "You're very mean to me, Naruto. Ever since Hinata came in the picture you've been acting-
She quickly turned around and backed herself against the wall when Naruto loomed over. He placed his hand gently on the wall and stared into her eyes. "Sakura, I've been meaning to ask you this, but can you stop your allegations about Hinata?" He smiled gently. "Hinata isn't making me act differently, and you're causing quite a commotion. I don't think it's fair when I've held so many secrets for you. I don't mind being your best friend, but I can't let you disrespect my woman anymore, you understand?"
"Na-
"Sakura," His voice got lower. "Stop it or you're going to lose me for good. I need you to be friends with Hinata, and stop being suspicious of her. She's a good girl and doesn't need to fuck other people to feel satisfied. Okay?" Naruto leaned closer to her until their faces were inches apart. "Don't let me tell Sasuke about you and Kiba, and- His eyes went to her stomach, "or that. Okay?"
She nodded slowly and he pulled away from her. "Thanks. Let's go to the academic lab. Ino and Hinata are already there." He said, walking away.
Sakura slowly followed behind Naruto and she remained quiet while they turned through the different hallways.
Maybe she was being irrational. Naruto has always been nice to her and went out of his way to help her or just being there for her, and the amount of secrets he had over her head was enough to get her in trouble and possibly expelled from Konoha University.
He was right, possibly. Hinata and her were complete opposite people, but still- she was strange. She glanced at Naruto. He didn't sound like he was in a foul mood, but maybe Ino was right too. Naruto had other emotions besides just being happy all the fucking time.
They climbed up the stairs to the academic lab, and she quickly held onto his arm, and stopped him midway. He looked at her in the corner of his eyes. "Naruto, I'm sorry. I haven't been very considerate about your feelings. How can I make it up to you? Your birthday is almost here. Maybe I can buy you a whole year worth of ramen?"
"Now we're getting somewhere," He smiled down at her. "but please mov-
"Hi Naruto," Ino said, approaching the two. "Hi Sakura," She gripped the girl by her arm and pulled her away from Naruto. "You and I need to talk, now," Ino said, angrily.
Sakura couldn't protest as Ino forced her down the stairs and out the double doors.
Naruto shook his head and was about to walk to the private studies when he saw Hinata standing their angrily.
"Hin-
She brushed past him and quickly ran down the stairs and out of the library. He stood there for a while, contemplating whether to go after the girl. She was clearly upset, and he had a clue why. However, she was becoming quite an unruly little thing. It was sexy in a way and he smiled. This wasn't even his doing.
Hinata stood near the door outside and waited. She ignored it last time with the other girl last night, but again? Especially with Sakura out of all people! That made the anger in her stirred.
She knew he was approaching her, but she still managed to yelp when he wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her in. "Hinata," Naruto whispered in her ear. "Why did you leave me alone?"
She tried to free herself from him, but he was too strong. "You already knew what you did," She grumbled.
"But I was going to tell her to stop touching me, but Ino took her away."
"Good!" She said.
"I don't think you're being reasonable," He said, playfully.
"Seriously?" She managed to break free from his grip and turned around. He leaned over and kissed her gently on the lips.
"I'm just joking with you," Naruto rubbed the top of his head. "You're being very reasonable with me,"
Hinata crossed her arm and her cheeks turned a rosy color. "Why were you with her?"
Naruto couldn't help himself, and he felt his grin widened. There wasn't a need to pretend anymore, right? "Well," He leaned closer to her. "You see, Sakura is becoming quite suspicious, but at the wrong person, and I was wondering if I should… kill her or give her a chance to redeem herself." Hinata gasped. "I mean, it's not like you would mind right? I think you'll enjoy it as much as I would."
"Naruto!" Hinata glared at him. As much as she hated Sakura, she couldn't let him do something like that. Besides, she wouldn't want to see Ino heartbroken because she clearly cared about Sakura so much.
Naruto laughed. "I chose the latter. I spoke to her, and hopefully we shouldn't be hearing too much out of her anymore, unless…."
Hinata's shoulders lowered and she held his hand. "No." She glared at him. "We need to make you better, so no more."
Naruto pouted cutely. "Fine,"
Speaking of getting better, Hinata had no idea how she was going to do it. Even with her being present, Naruto didn't care what he did in front of her, and it wasn't like she was psychologist that can give him the proper guidance. Was she being naive about this? Did Naruto really had a chance to get better?
Naruto squeezed her hand and she looked up at him. "Are you okay?"
She nodded. "I'm just thinking."
"About what you're going to get me for my birthday?" She gasped as she had almost forgotten. "You forgot." He pretended to shed tears.
"No, no!" She hugged him and placed her head against his chest. "It's slipped my mind just a little, but I promise I won't forget."
"Good. Let's take you home now that the rain has died down."
The sky was completely gray and large clouds hurdled over Konoha. A roaring sound emerged from the clouds, and a raindrop landed on Hinata's forehead when she looked up. Soon, a load of rain came down on them and the two pair ran down the concrete pavement.
Hinata panted as they made it into her complex. She was soak from head to toe, and she hated being in wet clothes the most.
"Naruto come in so you can dry off. I don't want you to get a cold."
"Sounds tempting, Hinata but I rather not," Naruto said. "I'll just head home."
"W-why?"
"Well, I'm not in for one of Kurenai's tantrums, and secondly you look very tempting right now." His eyes gazed down to her chest that showed through the wet blouse she wore.
"Kurenai won't be mad. She just doesn't want you in the room alone… with me,"
"I know, but that's exactly where I want to be with you," He laughed teasingly when he saw how red Hinata's face turned.
"Perhaps I can sleep over again?" She suggested.
Naruto dug into his pocket when he felt his phone vibrate and looked at the caller id.
Baa-chan
"Hold on," He said before he answered the phone. "Hiya baa-chan, what's cooking?"
Tsunade was relieved that Naruto sounded like his happy self. "Hey," Her voice came out soft.
Naruto picked up on it and asked, "Are you okay?"
She held her face and nodded. She couldn't help but smile. "I'm fine. Hey, I know it's raining, but can I see you today. I ordered some ramen for the office. It should be here shortly."
That was strange. He knew his birthday wasn't for another few weeks, and the woman was soft spoken. He looked back at Hinata and saw how tempting she looked. Her bottom lip pushed outward, and he was about to tell Tsunade some other time when Kurenai suddenly came off the elevator.
"I'll be there shortly." Naruto said, hanging up the phone before she could say anything.
"Hinata!" Kurenai approached the wet girl. "You're soaking wet. Why are you out here?" She glanced at Naruto. "You too? You two are going to catch a cold. Get inside, quickly" She said, inserting her key in the door knob.
"It's okay, Kurenai. I have somewhere I need to be. Hinata," Naruto nodded. "I'll talk to you later, okay?"
"At least take this umbrella," She said handing him the purple umbrella.
"Oh, thank you," He took it from her.
Hinata watched Naruto entered the elevator and he waved at her before the door closed.
"Hinata, come on in," Kurenai said ushering in. "You need to take of those clothes right away," She turned the dial on the air conditioner to hot.
Hinata sauntered to her room and took off her clothes slowly. She wondered what the rush was about.
"I hope he isn't planning to do something tonight." She dropped her wet clothes to the floor and sat on the edge of her bed. She placed her hands over her eyes.
Those images kept coming back to her.
So much blood… Hinata swallowed the lump in her throat as she backed away slowly. It was all over the shirt Naruto had given her, her face, and hands. She stared in horror at the lifeless figure laying there.
"I can't believe I did that," She held her stomach. "but it was the only way Naruto's secret would be protected." The corner of her eyes teared up and she wiped her eyes. "I don't even know how to help him."
Hinata wiped her eyes when she heard Kurenai knocked on her bedroom door. "Come in," She said, standing up. She put away the wet clothes into her lavender basket and threw on a dress.
"Hinata, can I speak with you?"
"Uh, sure," She said.
Kurenai entered the room with a beige towel and walked over to Hinata. "I'll dry your hair, sit down." She said pointing to the white computer chair.
Hinata sat down and stared out the room door as Kurenai dried her hair. "Hinata, I'm sorry."
"Sorry for what, Kurenai?" She looked at the woman briefly.
"For the way I spoke to you. I've been very emotional for the past month and I've said somethings to you which might have made you uncomfortable. I've failed to realize you are an adult and not a little child anymore."
Hinata groaned inwardly as she dreaded these types of talks.
"You're at that stage where you want a companion for your own, and you found one, Naruto. I know you won't ever disrespect me, and I came at you inappropriately. I shouldn't have questioned if you two were having sex."
"I won't ever disrespect you, Kurenai. I just didn't' know what I did was wrong."
"I know, but still!" Kurenai shook her head. "And I don't want you to be sneaky because of how I handled the conversation. I know whose house you were by."
Hinata played with her index finger. "I'm sorry,"
"You don't need to apologize. You're nineteen, soon to be twenty. I need to start treating you like an actual adult. I've sheltered you for so long, so if you want to spend the night with Naruto or your friends, go ahead, but please just let me know that you're safe, okay?"
"I don't act like most adults my age," Hinata mumbled.
"How do most adults your age act?"
Hinata thought about it, but nothing could come to mind except Ino. She was young, sophisticated, took care of her skin and body, and was smart.
"You're still young Hinata and I had a friend who acted just like you at your age," Kurenai whispered.
"You don't talk much about your friends, Kurenai."
"Yeah, most of them are married now and have kids."
"Oh, well I'm sure they'll be happy to know that you have one of your own," Hinata said, placing her hand on Kurenai's stomach."
She laughed nervously. "Or they may just scrutinize me for not getting married first."
"Do you ever think Asuma will propose to you?"
"He already put a baby in me, so hopefully he'll follow up with it."
That made Hinata laugh.
"That means you're going to be looking for a new place soon, huh?"
"Oh, I've already been looking, but don't you worry. It'll be big enough to fit all four of us in."
Hinata wiggled her toes against the furry carpet and smiled weakly.
"I'll make us some green tea." She walked out of the room. Her shoulders lowered in defeat when she out of Hinata's sight. There was a friend who acted just like Hinata at her age… She sighed softly. "Life isn't fair."
"Shizune!" Naruto sang.
Shizune peeped her head from the window and stared in horror. "Naruto!" She cried. She grabbed one of the towels from the cabinet and ran to him. "Baka! Are you trying to get yourself sick?" She wrapped the towel over his head and began to dry his hair. "You're going to get pneumonia if you don't get out of these wet clothes."
"You're just saying that because you want to see me naked," He looked at her and laughed.
"That's not funny," Shizune scolded him. "Come on now. Out of those wet clothes. Tsunade is going to have a heart attack if she catches you shivering like a wet dog."
"It is her fault for wanting to see me so soon. Is she okay?" Naruto pulled off his red shirt and handed it to Shizune who provided him a gray shirt. Tsunade was always prepared for Naruto's tomfoolery.
"Ever since she got a strange call, she's been cooped up in her office."
"Strange call?"
"Oh, yes. He had such a sexy voice," Shizune cooed. "And-
"Shizune," Tsunade said, coldly.
"Uh?" She looked over her shoulder and saw Tsunade wearing a disapproving look.
"Naruto come on change your clothes. The ramen is in my office."
Both Shizune and Naruto gave each other a strange look, and she shrugged. He followed behind Tsunade and closed the door behind them.
The smell of Ichiraku miso pork ramen flooded her office and Naruto felt he was in heaven. He plopped himself into the seat in front of her desk and tore opened the cover.
"Are you okay?" He broke apart the chopsticks. "Shizune said something about a strange call? Did someone threaten you?"
He stirred the ramen around and glanced at Tsunade who looked distant. "Baa-chan?"
She snapped out of it and smiled. "Did you say something?"
"You're really out of it today," He scratched his head. "Shizune said you got a strange call? Is everything okay?"
"Oh, don't mind Shizune," Tsunade mumbled. "I'm fine, I told you that. I just want to spend some time with you,"
"My birthday is in three weeks," Naruto deadpanned.
Tsunade balled her fist and closed her eyes. "I know when your birthday is Naruto Uzumaki. I just wanted to spend some time with you."
"Weird," He chuckled nervously. "Am I dying?"
"Eat your food brat!" She screeched at him.
"Okay, okay!" He said slurping up a mouth full of ramen.
"Naruto, has anyone strange try to reach out to you?"
He hummed. "No, but I do get those stupid scam calls. Why?"
Tsunade shook her head. "I just wanted to know. Has anyone strange been around you?"
"Besides you, no?"
She frowned at his dry humor. "N- Naruto,"
"Yes?"
"I know it's been sometime ago, but… back then did you say everything you had to during that therapy session? I know it was a long time ago, but was that all? Did Kurama ever say anything to you down in that basement? Did he ever stop by during your time down there?"
"Don't tell anyone, okay?"
"I told you everything I remembered, and no he didn't," Naruto said, wiping his mouth. Tsunade looked at him briefly and couldn't find any hint that the boy was lying. "Why are you mentioning him suddenly? Is it because it's almost time for our anniversary when you first found me?"
"I just worry about you at times, Naruto. You've been through so much and I couldn't imagine the horror (fun)you felt during your time with that man. He had you wrapped around his finger and it took a while before you stopped asking about him and when he was going to take you back."
A shadow cast over Naruto's eyes, and Tsunade grabbed his hands into hers. "I'm sorry, I don't know why I brought that up. That wasn't right for me to say after everything he did to you."
"I'm fine," He grumbled.
"Naruto, don't you think you should move back in with me?"
"No, I rather not." Naruto said drinking up the remainder of his miso pork ramen. Tsunade felt a little hurt. "I won't ever be able to pass my exams with you being drunk and then that pervert will be double the trouble."
Tsunade huffed. "I don't drink as much,"
"And I hate ramen." Naruto replied. "For a doctor, you think you wouldn't have so much unhealthy habits," He mumbled. "Anyway, is that why you've been unusually quiet? Because of Kurama and the anniversary?"
Tsunade nodded.
"I'm fine," Naruto reassured her.
"But… it was your birthday,"
"And you saved me that day. Who knows how long I would have been down there? You saved me and I'm grateful!" Naruto said, hugging her. "You're the best alcoholic adopted mother I could have. Now come on, yell or something. You're giving me the creeps." Naruto said as she sat on her lap.
Tsunade closed her eyes and Naruto saw the vein formed on her forehead. "There we go!" He laughed as he jumped off her. She ended up punching the air and Naruto ran by the door. "That's the baa-chan I know! Thanks for the ramen, but I got to go." He opened the door and gave her a big smile. "Baa-chan, I'm fine really. If that didn't happen, I would have never met you, Shizune or Hinata. I'll let you know when I reach home."
Once the door shut, Tsunade ran her fingers through her hair. It was difficult raising Naruto, extremely difficult, but it was worth it. She stared at her clock and watched the hands ticked.
That man was late as ever.
Naruto was patching up the hole in his wall Hinata had made last night, and he felt his lip tugged up every once in a while.
That was her own doing and not his. If she didn't know it or not, Hinata had a lot of anger stored up inside her, and with his help he would get rid of some of it and replace it with a unique stream of happiness.
He heard some text messages coming through, but he was almost done with the wall. He arched his eyebrow slightly when they kept coming through. "Is it my accomplice blowing up my phone like that?" He said aloud.
Just as he was about to pick up his phone, he heard somebody banging on his door. "Oh no, did I get caught?" He snickered playfully.
He swung the door opened and was able to duck just in time as Sasuke's fist almost collided in his face. "What the fuc-
"You!" Sasuke pointed down at Naruto.
Naruto looked up at Sasuke and smiled innocently. "Me?"
Sasuke chased after Naruto, who was laughing his head off. "Get back here!" He lounged at Naruto and tackled him to the sofa.
"Please be gentle with me, sir. It's my first time." He laughed when Sasuke tried to hit him.
"Why did you give her my phone number?"
"I was just trying to help add to your body count,"
"Why her out of all people?"
"Because she totally wants you," Naruto said, pushing Sasuke off him. "I was just trying to help."
Sasuke glared at Naruto and got up. "Yeah, but still. She's a fucking stalker."
Naruto closed the apartment door and waltzed in the kitchen. "They're the best girlfriends to have. They always have something new up their selves and it makes the relationship fun. Want some water?"
"Naruto!"
"What?" Naruto groaned. "You've fuck so many girls. So how is Karin any different?" Sasuke remained quiet. "She's cute, isn't she?"
"Yeah," Sasuke mumbled.
"Exactly, I wouldn't ever do anything to hurt ya." Naruto smiled cheekily. "It'll probably get your mind off Sakura,"
"What makes you think I'm thinking about her?"
"Because she's going to have your maybe baby. Speaking of that, what are you going to do about that?" Naruto pressed his weight against the counter. "I told Karin to wrap it up, but I wouldn't mind being an uncle or some shit like that."
"Your humor is not funny." Sasuke grimaced.
"Why are you on this side anyway?" Naruto eyed him up and down. "Geez, why don't you two just get back together if you're going to keep on fucking one another."
"You know why I'm on this side! And Sakura would be okay for me if she stopped craving my fucking attention every second. I hate that, and then she goes to you or someone else to talk shit about me. It's your fault for filling her ego."
"Two best friends are a headache," Naruto sighed. "Well, maybe Karin would be better for you." Sasuke crossed his arms and closed his eyes. "But seriously? The baby? It's going to suck if it is yours. Your dad is going to kill you,"
"I know," He mumbled.
"And your mom isn't going to be happy. You know how they always compare you to Itachi."
"I know," Sasuke felt ticked off.
"Did you trying to talk to her about getting an abortion?" Naruto eyed him down.
"No,"
"Why? Do you want one now?"
"No, I don't. I just wasn't thinking about a fucking kid." Sasuke pinched his nose.
Naruto smirked when he noticed how irritated he looked. "Knowing Sakura, she probably won't get an abortion." Sasuke's head snapped up and Naruto shrugged. "Don't give me that look. I know you've been thinking it."
"I know."
"I don't think you're taking this seriously," Naruto sighed. "I don't understand why you keep having sex with her knowing she might be carrying your child."
"I haven't had sex with her for a while…"
"Three days?" Naruto scoffed. "You need to do something about it before it's too late."
"What do you suggest I do?" Sasuke barked.
"You're the smart one and top student in Konoha. Figure it out. Anyways, since you're over here, let's go to Kiba's house."
"It's late."
"It's only 8 o clock you old man."
"I just caught a train-
"Sounds like a personal problem," Naruto interrupted. "We can catch a cab or uber."
"I'm broke."
"You always have an excuse," Naruto said. "Don't worry I know someone who'll pay for it."
"You're a sugar baby now?"
Naruto's eyes shimmer. "That's a really good idea. I know a few older women that likes me. Sasuke, you're a genius."
"I know. Thanks."
"Hold up, and I'll be right back." Naruto said, running into his room.
Naruto: Hey there, Hinata. I'm going with Sasuke to Kiba's house.
Hinata: Okay! Actually, Ino has invited me over to Sakura's place tonight. I wasn't sure since I know Sakura doesn't like me, but Ino is begging me to come over.
Naruto: Go ahead! I've already spoke to Sakura about her attitude and I know she won't do anything stupid and besides Ino is there.
Hinata: I'm still weary about Sakura. Someone like that can't change overnight, but I'll go. Please take care of yourself, Naruto and remember…
Naruto: Hai, hai. I won't. Not tonight…
Hinata: Not funny.
Naruto: ;')
Sasuke looked at the gray clouds then straight ahead. "Do you think it's going to rain again?"
"It might," Naruto said. "It rained earlier. I was soak and wet." Naruto said, opening the gate.
Sasuke mumbled something under his breath. He looked at the Inuzuka's residence and shook his head. "I heard what happened to his dog,"
"Yeah, try not to bring it up in front of him," Naruto smirked mischievously. "Hey," He turned around, "Do you know Kiba doesn't eat burgers anymore."
"Why?"
Naruto placed his finger on his chin and acted like he was thinking. "I'm not sure."
The light from the inside shone on the two boys and Mr. Inuzuka greeted the two. "It's certainly been a long time since I've last seen you two. Naruto, you're getting taller and bigger."
"I've been eating healthier lately,"
Mr. Inuzuka nodded. "Found yourself a wife?"
Naruto shrugged. "Something like that,"
He let out a hearty laugh before he stepped to the side. "Kiba is upstairs."
"Thank you," They both bowed.
Kiba looked at his phone that kept on vibrating. He knew it was the messages from the thread he had posted on and he waited a few more minutes before reading the responses.
Subject: A traumatic experience has become a fetish for me. I need advice. By: Anonymous
I won't go into details, but one day my friend strangled me to the point I couldn't breathe. I wanted him to stop, and I did everything to overpower him, but he was so strong.
I thought I was a goner, but he stopped… and I ended up getting a hard on from it. Ever since then, I've been fantasizing about being choked while having sex and I even had one of my girl friends choke me out when he had sex.
I feel disgusted with myself, and I don't know how to feel about it. I can't watch porn unless someone is getting choked, and… I've been wanting him to do it once more. I know I'm sick in the fucking head and I keep questioning myself. I don't like man, but I've been watching him lately…
Please help me. What should I do? Is this normal?
DomLover says: Woah. That's some fucked up shit. Wish you the best because I can't respond to that. Peace.
LilySavage says: You should get therapy. What your friend did was wrong, and I don't think it's strange you got a "hard on" from it. He betrayed your trust and did something to you that could have possibly killed you.
You'll be surprised, but most rape victims like to roleplay being rape with their partners as a way to cope about what happened. It gives them power they felt that they lost.
Yukiiii says: Wtf. Yeah you're gay and that's sick you sick gay fuck.
Toine97: Wow, I don't even know what kind of advice to give on that. Is this real because it's creepy and scary.
Krillen999: It was wrong for him to put his hands on you, but this is fetish that was probably underlying. There's nothing wrong with wanting to be choked during sex, but in this instance you guys weren't having sex.
Maybe you should seek help?
Bobthebuildthisass: I noticed everyone is talking about the choking part, which is really important, but nobody is saying anything about your sexuality.
Are you gay? Reading this, it seems you aren't or weren't? You shouldn't question your sexuality because of something that happened. Your friend is in the wrong and I hope he gets what he deserves.
Love301: That's not normal. How can you call someone like that your friend? He choked you and didn't care if you were going to die or not. I would be livid if someone close to me did something like that. He seems like a toxic person so why would you still hang around him? You say you watch him… that's weird. If you didn't like man before, why would you like them now?
Weirdo221: Is it just him your watching? Do you watch other men? If the answer is Yes, and no, newsflash buddy you're NOT gay. He was the one that made you feel vulnerable and took away your masculinity. Maybe you watch him because you look up to him in a way?
When you watch him, are you thinking anything sexual?
Docks: This ***** gay. LOL!
Kiba threw the phone to the ground and smacked his head. Going to Jeddit was not the best solution. There were some good comments, but not enough to explain what was happening to him.
The door swung opened and Kiba held his heart when he saw a blonde flash jumped on his bed beside him.
"Naruto, you baka! You scared the living shit out of me!" Kiba turned his head when he saw another figure entering his room. "Ah, S-Sasuke," Kiba stuttered. "W-what are you doing here?"
Naruto held the pillow against his chest and grinned. "I was bored, so I wanted to hang out with my two friends!"
Sasuke closed the door behind him and sat on the gaming chair. "I was forced to come here. Don't flatter yourself."
Naruto eyed Kiba's phone on the ground and went to pick it up when Kiba snatched it off the floor. "Why is everyone being so mean to me today?" Naruto pouted.
"Because you don't show up to someone's home unannounced."
"Well, Sasuke did it to me," Naruto whined.
Sasuke crossed his arms and eyed Kiba. "There's no way Kiba and Sakura are fucking one another. He isn't here type besides, he wouldn't do that to me," He thought.
Naruto pressed his back against the bed. Kiba looked down at Naruto who had grabbed a magazine from underneath his rug.
"I'm going to use your bathroom," Sasuke said leaving the two alone.
Kiba sighed and sat back on the edge of his bed. He watched as Naruto flipped through the magazine and observed the pages of young beautiful woman.
"Naruto,"
"What?"
"What turns you on?"
Naruto paused and stared at Kiba oddly. Kiba noticed the look Naruto gave and quickly raised his hands in defense. "I meant like are you into that bdsm shit? Or something?"
"Why would you ask me that?" Naruto mumbled under his breath.
"I was just wondering."
"Bdsm?" He mouthed. His blue eyes lit up momentarily when he thought about it. "Not sure," Naruto shrugged. "That was a strange question to ask me."
"Just wanted to know. Aren't you still a virgin?"
Naruto hummed. "Somewhat," He chuckled.
"Oh really?"
"Is he taking a shit?" Naruto asked when he noticed Sasuke hadn't come back.
Kiba looked at his phone and saw a text message he had received from Beautiful Goddess. He rolled his eyes at the name. He had forgot to change it back to Ino that day she had borrowed his phone.
Beautiful Goddess: Come over to Sakura's house. Bring Naruto and Sasuke too.
Beautiful Goddess: Now!
"Ino wants us to come over to Sakura's house," Kiba mentioned. "Are we going?"
"Do we have a choice? You know how Ino can get." Naruto said throwing the magazine on the floor.
A few minutes later Sasuke came back in and noticed Naruto was standing up. "Are we leaving?"
"Nah, we're heading to Sakura's house."
"Why?"
"Because Ino told us to." Kiba chimed in.
"If Ino told you to jump off the bridge, would you?"
Kiba and Naruto glanced at one another and nodded. "Yup. You haven't seen Ino when she gets angry,"
"Let's go," Naruto said chaining his arm into Sasuke's own. "I get to introduce you to my girl, Hinata,"
"Oh wow, the joy." Sasuke said dryly.
The night's air was crisp and soft, and the leaves rustled against one another as the wind blew softly on them. Naruto pulled some flowers from the neighbor's bushes and Sasuke hit him in the back of his head.
"Don't go around destroying people's property dobe!"
Naruto rubbed the back of his head and winced in pain. "That hurt."
"How do you think those flowers felt?"
"They were going to be picked either way,"
Kiba remained oddly quiet as his mind went back to the forum. That person was right. He shouldn't question his sexuality. He had never been sexually attractive to other men, so he why would he now? Maybe he did need to see a therapist to find out what is going on and why his head has been in the clouds lately.
Sasuke punched in the code to Sakura's house and the gates opened. He looked at Kiba and he squinted his eyes. This should have been the first time he came here, so why didn't he look surprise?
Naruto ran up to the doorstep and rang the doorbell. Lightning flashed in the sky and the thunder rumbled loudly.
The door opened slowly, and Sakura peeked her head out the door. Naruto smiled at her. "Come on in," She opened the door until they came into view.
"Where are your parents?" Naruto asked as he stepped into the house.
"They're out of town, so I have the house to myself. Hi Kiba… Hi Sasuke."
Sasuke glared angrily at her and she turned her direction to Naruto. "Hinata!"
"Naruto! You just can't enter someone's house and start screaming your lungs out." Kiba blew up on him. "You're more hyper than usual today."
"I am?" Naruto placed his hands on the back of his head. "I don't think so," He stuck his nose in the air.
"You're acting real spoil lately. I hope you aren't letting your upcoming birthday get to your head."
Naruto turned around and his mouth was slight agape. "You remembered?"
"I remember all my friends birthday, baka!" Kiba yelled at him.
"I feel so touched," Naruto said, clasping his hands together. "What are you going to get me?"
"Naruto, you're so adorable." Ino said, making her way downstairs. "Don't you agree Kiba?" She snickered. Kiba stuck his middle finger in the air. "Touché."
"Ino, where is Hinata?"
Hinata pepped her head behind Ino, and she smiled softly at Naruto. That smile was so adorable, and he was glad to have it all to himself. He met her at the end of the stairs and gave her a quick peck on the cheek.
"You left in a hurry earlier. Is everything okay?" Hinata asked.
Naruto nodded. "Baa-chan wanted to see me so I couldn't tell her no. Ah, I want to introduce you to my best friend, Sasuke. I don't think I've ever introduced you to him, but of course you knew what he already looked like, huh?" He whispered the last part.
Hinata punched him softly in his back. "Sasuke, this is Hinata." Naruto pulled her in front of him. "Hinata, Sasuke."
He made his mouth in an O shape unexpectedly. Now he knew why Kiba decked Naruto on the boat that day. Hinata was a beauty to look at. Small in stature, but she made up for it in so many places… so many-
"I-it's a pleasure to meet you, Sasuke." Hinata bowed.
"I'm going to make some tea," Sakura mumbled.
He cleared his throat. "Likewise," He bowed back.
Ino joined Sakura into the kitchen.
"Forehead," Ino warned.
"I know, I know!" Sakura said.
"You know how Sasuke gets when he sees new things, especially pretty things."
"I don't think he'll jeopardize his friendship with Naruto," Ino said.
"Well, you might not know Sasuke after all," She took out the teacups.
Ino frowned at the allegations. "It takes two to tango, and Hinata won't do that to Naruto."
"Maybe, but with Sasuke's good charms she might just cave in," Sakura replied.
"What about me then?" Ino crossed his arms. "I'm pretty and Sasuke has never approached me."
"Maybe because you're not pretty?" Sakura saw the hurt expression on Ino's face, and she hugged her. "I'm just joking Ino. You're very pretty to me, in fact you are so beautiful!"
"That's what I thought."
"Can you get that box out of the fridge and help me bring it upstairs, please?" Sakura asked while fixing the tea cups in the tray.
"Yeah, no problem."
A flash flood warning was announced in Konoha for various parts, and outside looked like a disaster. The rain pound against the rooftops, and the trees blew back and forth as the wind grazed past them. The lighting danced in the sky and there came the rolling sounds of the thunder.
"I should have gone home," Sasuke mumbled. He took a few sips of the green tea and glared at Naruto who smiled angelically.
Hinata looked at the two and cocked her head to the side. She knew Sasuke from the distances after doing her "research", but the more she observed him and his "attitude" she wondered how the two of them ever became best friends. They were two completely opposite people. Naruto was happy and bouncy, while Sasuke was more stoic and reserved.
Ino noticed the confused look on Hinata's face and giggled. "I thought the same thing Hinata! They're completely opposite from one another."
"Sasuke hates to admit it, but he has always had a soft spot for me," Naruto nodded while eating one of the strawberry tarts.
Sasuke's right eye twitched. "If my memories are correct, Naruto couldn't leave me alone."
"Because you looked so lonely and sad!" He puffed out his cheeks.
Sasuke shook his head.
Hinata listened to the conversation from the group and kept glancing at Naruto from time to time. Before Ino had called her, she was doing some research on serial killers, psychopaths, and sociopaths.
There were some traits that Naruto showed.
He was abusive to animals. She remembered the horror she felt when she saw what he had done to that poor cat.
Lack of remorse and guilt. He didn't feel it, and probably never would. He had killed so many people and during the confrontation she knew he wasn't sorry. If someone truly had guilt, wouldn't they find a way to stop?
That was all she could really gather. There were some other things, like being a manipulator, an addict, anti-social disorder and so much more but none to really gave her a full portfolio. Naruto wasn't an addict. She had never seen him do any drugs, unless you considered food being a part of it. He clearly wasn't anti-social since he had so many friends, and was friendly, but maybe it was all an act and he hated being around people… or hated people in general.
A wave of butterflies fluttered in her stomach. Was his love a lie then? Did he truly love her? Could he even loves ?
Hinata snapped out of her thoughts when she felt someone grabbed her hand. Naruto smiled cheerily at her and squeezed her hand before letting go.
"I'm probably overthinking it." Hinata thought.
Sasuke looked at Hinata then at Naruto. The dobe was glowing sitting next to that girl. He closed his eyes and smiled.
A loud crackle sounded which made Sakura yelped, and the lights flickered before they cut off.
Darkness engulfed the room and Hinata scooted next to Naruto for comfort.
"Aw man," Ino groaned. She grabbed her cellphone and turned on the flashlight.
"How long do you think it's going to stay off?" Kiba said, feeling the heat get to him.
"The backup generator is supposed to kick in," Sakura said, standing up. "I don't know why it didn't cut on."
"Where is it?" Kiba asked.
"The garage. I'm going to go there and see what's going on." Sakura said, maneuvering through the darkness.
"I'll come with you," Ino said, getting up.
"I will too," Both Sasuke and Kiba said.
Sasuke felt annoyed, and Kiba cursed under his breath. The boy was acting differently ever since he came to the house, and he expected Sasuke knew something.
"I'm not going anywhere," Naruto said, turning on his phone's flashlight.
"I can stay with you," Hinata commented.
"Of course!" Naruto grinned madly.
"We'll be back," Sakura said opening the door.
Naruto placed the phone face down on the furry carpet and scooted closer to Hinata filling in the gap between them.
"So, what happened?" His warm breath tickled her ear.
"Um, er- She apologized for everything she has said and done." Hinata's voice came out quietly.
"Hmm," He was disappointed. "that means no more slicey dicey?"
"Naruto!" Hinata frowned.
Naruto grinned and wrapped his arms around her. "Okay, okay. I'll stop," He kissed her on the side of her cheek.
Hinata lowered her eyes and ran her hand against the soft carpet. "Naruto, do you love me?"
"Of course, I do!" Naruto said. "Why would you ask me that?"
Hinata nibbled on her top lip. "I've been doing some research to find ways to help you."
"Oh?"
"You have some psychopathic traits…" Hinata's voice softened when she felt Naruto brushed his finger against her cheek.
"I love you, Hinata."
Hinata covered her face and nodded. "I love you too, Naruto."
"Even in the darkness, you're tempting," Naruto whispered in her ear. "You're wearing a fruity smell tonight. I like it." He said, pushing her to the ground.
Hinata stared at the ceiling where the flashlight was focusing on, and then at Naruto who hovered over her. "Naruto, I don't think we should. The others might come back."
"Just for a little,"
Hinata could feel her heartbeat picked up as Naruto's face came closer to hers. The sweet smell of the strawberry tart he had eaten filled her nostrils and before she could react, his lips were on hers.
She was startled, but she quickly caught her breath and returned the kiss. Naruto leaned back, wishing he could see her face more clearly.
Hinata parted her lips slightly, and Naruto went down on her once more, kissing her gently. She felt like she was on a floating cloud that drifted across the calm sea. She knew this feeling before as they had had this same encounter on the train before.
Naruto slid his finger down the side of her face and to her neck. The sensation was building up inside her and she gently pressed her hands against his cheek.
She clenched her eyes shut when Naruto kissed her. She could feel his soft tongue roam through her lips, and unknowingly she parted her lip allowing him to squeeze his tongue in.
It was new.
It was different.
The sweet-savory taste of that strawberry tart was undeniably good, but what made it better was his tongue turning around in her mouth.
She could feel her body shivered underneath his weight and she gripped the fur carpet above her.
Naruto slithered his hand under the t-shirt she wore, and he massaged her right breast. It was so massive that his hand could barely cover it.
"Do you mind?" He breathed out.
"G-go ahead,"
He pulled Hinata's shirt up until it reached by her neck and stared down at her chest. The light from the phone wasn't doing him any justice as he would have loved to take in the entire view of Hinata's body.
Nonetheless, he pulled down her lacey bra and her breasts left the comfort of their home. His heart started racing when he felt how soft they were. Hinata squirmed underneath him, and she tried her best to cover her moans. They were so cute and adorable that Naruto wanted to hear more of it.
He'd pinch her perky nipples from to time, and that made Hinata moan loudly.
"Hinata, you better be quiet before someone hears you," He grinned.
Hinata placed her hand over her mouth as she had forgotten where she was. "Naruto doesn't," She said when he pulled her hands away.
He leaned towards her face. "I just want to ki-
Hinata shot up, causing her head to collide with Naruto's own. "Ow, ow!" She said, placing her hand in the middle of her forehead.
Naruto covered his head and squeezed his eyes shut. "Ah, shit," He had bit his tongue.
"Um- sorry,"
Naruto held up his hand. "It's okay," He mumbled.
He quickly got up and grabbed his phone and helped Hinata up. She pulled up her bra and fixed her shirt.
"You heard that too?"
"Yes," Naruto said grabbing her hands. He led her out of the room.
A noise sounded and the lights came back on. Hinata heard Ino screaming, and she glanced at Naruto. They ran towards the top of the stairs and Hinata gasped loudly.
Sakura was on the floor, lifeless.
"What are you waiting for? Call an ambulance!" Ino screamed at Kiba and Sasuke.
Naruto raced downstairs and Hinata quickly followed behind him.
"What happened?" He looked at Kiba and Sasuke for answers.
"We don't know." Kiba panic. "We couldn't get the generator to kick in, so we were walking up the stairs when we heard her scream." He spoke loudly. "T-the lights came back on and we saw her falling down the stairs."
"Someone should be here soon," Sasuke said.
Hinata placed her hand over Ino, who was crying for Sakura to respond. Naruto leaned over and checked for a pulse by her neck.
"She's okay. Let's not move her until help comes," He stood up. "I don't see any blood, but still," He mumbled.
Naruto's eyes met Sasuke's own, and he looked down at Sakura.
"P…. please!" She gasped out.
Hinata stared at the distance between the knife and her, and her bangs casted over her eyes. "Maybe it's the only way I can save him." She mumbled softly. The grip around her phone tightened and she squeezed her eyes tightly, the tears were trying to make their way out. "Please God! Please tell me if I'm doing the right thing!"
She crawled towards the knife, and her hands shook as she picked it up. The young girl noticed it, and she shook her head weakly.
"P-please, I don't want to die,"
Hinata felt a wave of nauseous and guilt come over here. "I-if I don't Naruto will go to jail," She moved slowly towards the dying girl, and her hands fell to her side. The bloody knife dropped to the floor and she backed away.
There was no way she could do it. She couldn't… and that means Naruto would go to jail. "I-
She turned on her heels and ran in the direction Naruto was heading.
Naruto chuckled to himself as he made his way home. His shirt was covered in blood, and there was some on his cheek. Had anyone spotted him, they would have probably contacted the police. He was already noticeable by his blonde hair and blue eyes.
He tilted his head to the side when he heard someone running towards him. Time had slowed down, and he slowly turned around when he saw Hinata running towards him. She was dirty and he noticed her hands were stained with blood.
"Hin-
She didn't say a word. All she did was grabbed his hand and forced him back to the direction he had just left.
She panted heavily when she stopped in the alleyway. "You… have… to finish it," She grabbed the knife from the ground and handed it to him. "If she survives, it'll be over," She led him to the girl. "I know what you are," She gazed at him. "so please, just finish her."
Hinata jumped from her thoughts when Naruto held her hand. "I didn't mean to scare you. We don't have to wait. Sakura is fine,"
"But, Ino…" Hinata mentioned.
"Ino is going to stay here until Sakura parents come. Sasuke and Kiba already left, and it's really late. Let me take you home now."
Hinata got up shaken from the waiting room chair and walked side by side next to Naruto.
"Did she slip on the stairs?"
"Most likely," Naruto pulled out his phone to contact an uber. "Unless you think something else happened," He looked at her briefly before looking back at his phone.
Hinata didn't understand why Naruto would ask her that, but she shook it off.
Sakura was okay. Good.
But now she had other matters to take care of. Fixing Naruto.
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Welp, I was not expecting this chapter to be so long and lengthy.
AN: Thank you for the reviews. I try to make this story somewhat believable when writing the conversations between the characters.
So, I originally wanted to post that question Kiba had on Reddit or any other social platform to get a response and add it to this story, but I decided not to. I did ask some of my friends about it, however, and I added their response in my story.
What would be your best advice to someone in Kiba's shoe?
Guys, how would you feel if another guy ask what turns you on?
Thanks for the reviews again. I hope this chapter wasn't a disappointment because I had some major writer's block!
