Ok! This chapter does contain slight Yaoi, and maybe a tiny bit OOC-ness I will warn you. If you dont like it dont read it ok...

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Chap 9: Lilac Arc I

Hinata turned around for any signs of life recently. It seemed that everything had happened earlier though, because there was broken branches already drying out in its death. The little other blood she saw was dry and the ground was cold. She was turning to Naruto when she noticed the jacket laying in the northern direction, away from the obvious fight. Somebody had taken Neji as a hostage!

She walked over and picked up the jacket. Her eyes widened and stared at the figure before her.

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Neji's pale body was tied to a tree. He was naked from head to toe except for a silk cloth tied around his eyes and had several bruises on his body. His hair was flowing in the night breeze against his bowed head. He was frowning and he looked cold.

Hinata stared with her eyes bulging out of her head. Her husband was in this condition? Who could do something. Not to mention he was completely naked. She blushed as her eyes scanned him, but quickly she shook her head. He was hurt. It was no time to be thinking like she was. Naruto walked up behind her and wrapped his hands around her shoulders. She leaned into him and the tears naturally came. Naruto was pained to see his comrade looking like he did, but none the less felt a slight bit of happiness. He wouldn't be able to hurt Hinata like he had been. Hinata slipped through his grip and fell to her knees.

Naruto walked over and placed his hand on the body. Neji's body was cold and he was shivering. He was barely breathing and with each breath they became smaller and thinner. He was dying. Naruto felt a pain in his stomach. No matter how much he felt for Hinata, he couldn't let someone from Konoha die before his eyes. He carefully untied Neji and grabbed the jacket from Hinata and put it over Neji. Hinata looked up at Naruto and smiled. She forced herself to stand and was walking towards her husband and her love when...

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"Hanabi! Hanabi-san!" A maid was calling from the outside of the door.

Hanabi woke up in her room. Her head was throbbing and she felt sick. She yawned and forced herself to sit up. Then she remembered. This wasn't where she first was. Her memories flashed through her head. She remembered everything that had happened with her cousin. She smiled warmly. Even for a shinobi though, that worned her out. She tried to get off her bed, but her stomach tightened and sent a piercing pain through her body. She let out a loud screech.

The maid rushed in and looked at the screeching girl. The maid had a moist towel in her hand and the look on her face seemed as though she was ready to perform surgery if it was needed. Hanabi stared at her confused.

"Are you alright Hanabi-bozu?" (A/N: Bozu means lord)

"...I'm fine... Where is Neji-niisan?"

"Neji-san? I haven't seen him. Was he supposed come by today?"

"...today? Wasn't he here earlier today?"

"No... I haven't seen him in a few days."

"...hmm... How long have I been sleeping?"

"..."

"..Grr..."

"..Two days, please forgive me dozu-san"

"TWO DAYS!" Hanabi jumped out of the bed and ran out of the room. She went to her father's den. It was spotless and it seemed like nothing ever happened. She ran back to the maid. "Has my sister come by?"

"No..."

"-sigh- Ok then." She walked back into her room and threw some clothes so she go out. I have to get father.

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Naruto's hand was paralyzed. He dropped Neji and fell back. Neji let out a groan as he landed on the floor with a thud. Hinata let out a cry and ran over to the two men. A fog circled around them and blinded Naruto and Hinata from Neji.

After a few seconds the fog disappeared and Sasuke stood before them with Neji limp and up against Sasuke's chest with one of Sasuke's hands. The other hand was cupped against Neji's package. Sasuke licked Neji's neck while staring at the two in front of him.

"...heh...He tastes good." Sasuke licked his lips and grinned at Naruto.

Naruto frowned at his long lost friend. "Sasuke"

"I wonder what other places on him taste like..." His hand moved slightly over his hold on Neji's lower body. "Lets find out" Sasuke grabbed the rope on the floor and turned towards the tree to retie him.

Naruto stared for a moment before taking the advantage of his turned foe. He ran towards Sasuke ready to attack. Just as he was about to hit him a snake came from underneath his foot and wrapped around him tightly.

The snake bit into Naruto's shoulder. Naruto let out a screech and was paralyzed. He could hear laughter coming from Sasuke as he bent down so his head right in front of Neji's package. Sasuke placed both of his arms on either side of Neji's waist up against the tree and stared at his length. Damn he is bigger than I am.

"I wonder if a body will react to pleasure even when unconscious?" He turned his gaze for a second to Hinata and Naruto and grinned bitterly before turning back to Neji and teasing him. Neji's leg twitched slightly, thus pleasing Sasuke. Sasuke continued, this time pumping his long shaft. This time Neji shifted and tried to pull away from Sasuke. Sasuke laughed and stood up. "I guess you're awake huh..." He untied Neji's blindfold and let it drop to the floor. As soon as Neji's eyes were uncovered he opened his eyes using all of his strength. His eyes met with Hinata's.

Hinata stood there stunned. She didn't know what to do as Sasuke was hurting him or Naruto. Tears fell as she looked into her husbands eyes. He looked so pained, which wasn't normal for Neji.

Anger overwhelmed her. She didn't want to see her nii-san looking the way he did. She wanted him to be looking down over her with power. She didn't want to be the one looking stronger than he was. Without thinking she ran towards Sasuke, thus startling Neji. Sasuke felt her anger and turned around smiling. Her fist launched at him, but with ease he caught it and threw her back. She quickly got up and went again. This time she hid her presence and used a shadow clone. Sasuke was smiling and easily defeated the clone. He awaited her attack. She appeared behind him a kunai pressed against his neck. He simply laughed. He grabbed her wrists and launched her across the room.

A piercing pain ran through his body. She had cut his neck slightly, and he didn't know it, but as she had the kunai up against his neck she was sending dangerous chakra through his system. When he threw her, she expected it and jerked her hand so it would it a vein in his neck. As he was screeching the dangerous chakra was heading towards his major organs.

Sasuke fell to the ground couching up blood. This surprised the three men. "What did you do?"

Hinata didn't reply but attempted to help Naruto. The snakes head lunged at her but she dodged and pressed her hand against its body, sending the same chakra into the snake. The snake gave out and released Naruto, who fell onto the ground. Hinata quickly pulled out the poison that was paralyzing him and healed him as best as she could. Naruto sat up and thanked Hinata. He wrapped his hands around her form for a grateful hug. Hinata blushed.

Neji stared at the couple from his spot on the tree. He felt his guts clench and turned his eyes away.

Hinata pulled away from Naruto after a while and walked over to the pained Sasuke. He was mumbling something, but Hinata couldn't make it out.

She looked up to Neji, blushing furiously. Neji noticed this and looked at her. He really didn't have the strength to talk so he just looked at her. Hinata walked up to him and untied the rope that quickly dropped to the ground. Neji slid down the tree, the rough bark cutting his back. Hinata quickly grabbed him and rested his body on the ground. He looked up into her eyes for a moment before losing the rest of his strength and fainting.

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Hanabi ran into the forest. She was headed strait towards Konoha cave. She arrived there only a few minutes after she left, because she knew a short cut. The cave was empty and cold. No one seemed to had been there for days. She scowled and turned around heading for the entrance. A cold breeze flew above her head. "Hanabi. I wasn't expecting you so soon."

"Where is he?"

"...he? which he?"

"You know who I'm talking about. Don't screw with me"

"Temper, temper. If you're looking for your father, he's outside. But if you're talking about your love... well I can't tell you?"

"What? Neji wasn't supposed to be part of this at all!"

"You're a little whore. Why would I listen to someone like you when I can simply kill you? The only reason I agreed to do this is because of Neji. You're a fool. Now die."

Hanabi's eyes widened. She felt Orochimaru disappear and appear behind her. His fist nearly hit her back but she dodged. Orochimaru disappeared and came from below the ground this time grabbing onto Hanabi's ankles and threw her down to the ground. She hit her head on the cold rock floor and was knocked out.

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Hinata was carrying Neji as best as she could, just trying not to drag him too much. Naruto had Sasuke and they were heading back to the village.

A loud thump was heard and dust scattered the area. Naruto and Hinata stopped. The dust cleared and Hanabi lay defeated on the ground. Hinata's face grew worried and she ran over to her sister, dragging Neji slightly in her hurry.

"H-Hanabi? Are you a-alright?"

Hanabi didn't respond. Hinata put her fingers against Hanabi's neck checking for a pulse. Her pulse was slow and descending. Hinata quickly placed the unconscious Neji on the ground next to her and attempted to heal Hanabi as best as she could. After about ten minutes or so of healing Hanabi's eyes flew open. She forced herself up into a sitting position and looked around. Her sister was sitting right next to her a rush of relief crossing over her face. Naruto stood over to her left holding a man behind him, and to her right was her love... unconscious. Without thinking she scurried over to him.

"What happened to Nii-san?"

"..."

"Who did this to him?" Tears welled up inside her. "I'll kill him for this" she mumbled to herself, but Hinata caught on.

"W-What?"

Hinata cursed herself under her breath. "Nothing. We have to get back. Father is still in the cave."

"..."

—Sometime later on that week—

Neji's eyes twitched slightly before his white eyes opened and stared up into the white hospital ceiling. He felt a small warmth against each of his hands. He turned his head and saw Hinata sleeping in a chair on his right. She looked exhausted but peaceful. He smirked slightly. Then he felt the warmth on his other hand tense and turned his head. Hanabi was on his other side. She was wrapped in gauze in various places and also looked exhausted, but she was still awake.

"Nii-sama"

Neji frowned and shifted his hand, but didn't have enough energy to pull away. She was smiling slightly, but looked half asleep and only half focused. Memories flew through Neji's head. Neji jerked himself up and pulled out of the two women's grips. Hinata moved slightly and her creamy eyes opened and stared at Neji's.

"Neji-niisan!"

Hinata nearly threw herself onto Neji. She hugged him tightly. She held onto him until he let out a pained groan, indicating her to let him go. She quickly pulled from him and a blush reddened her face.

"Sumimasen, nii-san."

Neji's lips formed into a half smile. His face was still emotionless though and Hinata couldn't tell what he was thinking. His expression quickly changed though as he remembered Hinata and Naruto kissing. He looked away from Hinata and stared blankly out the window.

Hinata's face showed signs of worry. She tried to place her hands on his but he flinched and she quickly pulled away. She looked towards the ground and poked her index fingers together. She didn't know why Neji suddenly changed.

After a few more minutes of silence she sighed and stood up. Without saying a word she quietly left and headed towards the room Naruto and Sasuke were in. She knocked on the door, and when allowed entrance she opened the door and walked in. Naruto was sitting by Sasuke's bed and when she walked in he stood to greet her. He walked over to her and wrapped his arms around her small form, pressing her against his chest. She smiled sadly and pulled away.

"H-How is Sasuke d-doing?"

"Fine. The nurse came in earlier and said he would be conscious in a while. I didn't know you were so strong Hinata."

Hinata blushed furiously. "T-Thank you..."

"So is Neji awake?"

"Y-Yes."

"Oh? That's good. Seeing as the two have been sleeping for the past few days."

"Y-Yes, I-I'm glad."

A few moments of silence passed. Hinata stared into Naruto's blue eyes as he did the same with hers.

"Hinata?"

"Y-yes!" Hinata jumped from being startled.

"Are you alright?"

"Uh, Y-yes. Why wouldn't I be?"

"Because..." Naruto cut himself off and stared at Hinata with sorrow in his eyes. Hinata stared at him worried and took a step closer. Naruto grabbed onto her shoulders and pulled her into his arms. He buried his head inn her neck. She could feel his warm breath against it and shivered.

"Because, I know what he did to you."

"What?" Hinata was shocked. She tensed and stared at the wall across the room.

"I know he hurt you, Hinata."

"..."

"You were raped weren't you?"

Naruto pulled himself away from her and stared at her shocked face. He was serious and Hinata could tell. The thing she didn't understand was how he knew.

"What?"

"You were raped..."

She lowered her eyelids. "Y-Yes... but how did you... k-know?"

"The nurses told me they thought you were... and I seemed to put two and two together"

"Oh..." Hinata lowered her head and poked her fingers innocently. Tears welled up and forced themselves down her face.

"Hinata? Why didn't you tell anyone?" Naruto looked angered.

"...uhmm..."

"Hinata!" Naruto grabbed her shoulders and shook her gently.

"N-Naruto-kun...y-you're..."

"Hinata! You should have told someone the second it happened. Why didn't you!"

"P-Please..."

"Hinata!" Naruto was angry now but still looked sorrowed.

"You know, Hinata, you could have told someone. You could have told me. This is serious. You can't let people simply overpower you."

"I-I know..." Tears were streaming down her eyes madly. Naruto pulled her close and wiped her tears away. He suddenly pulled her lips in for a kiss and wrapped his arms around her. Hinata was shocked, but gave in. After a moment or two they pulled away and Hinata blushed. Naruto still had her in his arms but now seemed to be less angered.

He leaned in again for a second kiss. This time they both filled the kiss with hot lust. Naruto could never admit it but he wanted Hinata so bad. He didn't want to share her. Hinata was so happy her love was returning the love she had for him for so long. She craved to be desired in a way more than just a toy.

Their tongues roamed playfully and they kissed for what seemed like eternity. When they finally pulled away the two were gasping for breath. Hinata felt something inside her tingling, just asking to come out. Unconsciously she pushed Naruto down on the ground and straddled his lap. She leaned in and kissed him. When she pulled away Naruto was smirking. Her eyes were filled with lust.

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Her hands were on his chest and she was slowly unzipping his jacket. She suddenly stopped and blinked. She regained herself and jumped off Naruto, blushing so red she looked like a raspberry.

What are you doing?

Huh?

Why are you doing this with that man?

Because I love Him

Are you sure?

Of course.

Feh... He isn't the one to love you...

What?

He won't be here for you... He just wants you like your father did... a toy...

No! He isn't like that!

...feh... then what about him?

Who?

You know perfectly well who...

NEJI!

But... but I can't love Neji like I do Naruto...

I know... but you can love him more...

What!

What about Neji... He is your husband...

But...

He helped you... he has been kind to you... He saved you from your father! And what have you done for him. He had endured pain and hate all his life and just recently he saves you and is tortured for you...

He was the one who saved me?

Of course you baka! While you were gone the ANBU Exams occurred and he made it. His first mission was to the water country and on his way back he saved you. Then he took off after those guys.

WHAT!

Feh!

Hinata felt filthy. She felt like a whore. Naruto noticed her expression and tried to touch her, but she slapped his hand away.

Do it...

Do what?

Activate your byakugan...

Why?

Just do it...and look next door

Hinata activated her byakugan and looked into the room next door. Tears fell down and Hinata felt a mental breakdown coming. She covered her face in her hands let out a loud cry. She truly felt terrible. She hadn't noticed earlier, but just on the other side of the wall...

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Hey! I hope you like this chapter... It all just seemed to pop into my head and I just wrote it up... I'm sorry if you dont like the weak Neji 'being touched' but I just felt like putting this in... Maybe its a little two much harassment? Well I dont know. If you dont liky please tell me and I wont do it again. Ok, I will try to get my next chapter up sometime this next week, but If i cant just bare with me ok. I have started my classes and so cant get to this as often. Oh and if you have any suggestions on any thing you would like happening in the near future of this story please tell me! -Bye now-