IMPORTANT: Thanks for feedback on chapter one! I didn't start chapter one off the way I should of, but here's chapter two. I'll try to make the chapters better as I progress. ITS MY FIRST FANFIC so go easy on me! Haha.

Chapter 2: Sacrifice

She was on a mission, a top secret one. No one could no about it, and it was extremely important.

She was to go to the Hidden Rain Village and gather Intel on the enemy Akatsuki organization that was claimed to be hidden there. Her only partner was no other than her cousin Neji.

With their bloodline trait, the Byakugan, they were to simply stay hidden in the shadows as they spied on the enemy. But again, this mission was top secret and not so easy either.

Neji was a Jonin, and Hinata a Chunin, so they were very capable of fending off one Akatsuki member if they were found out. But, that wasn't what they were there for. They didn't expect to be in battle either, but anything could happen during a top secret mission.

They both successfully infiltrated the Rain Village, and gathered pretty useful Intel on members of the Akatsuki, and on their hideout. However, more was still needed about all the Akatsuki members and their fighting styles.

However, missions don't always go as planned.

Both Neji and Hinata were simply staying hidden in the shadows, watching two Akatsuki members, studying them. Their names? Itachi Uchiha and Kisame Hoshigake.

The two Akatsuki were not blind or deaf, they knew they were being watched. Kisame made a water clone and pretended to be talking to Itachi, while Kisame snuck up behind the two Hyuuga's right in the Byakugan's blind spot.

Kisame used his sword and slashed Neji across his chest, causing him to be injured and in need of medical attention. Hinata however noticed Kisame at the last second and dodged his attack.

Quickly, Hinata fended off Kisame by disabling a few of his chakra points, grabbing Neji and fleeing the scene. Neji was injured and they needed to return to their village immediately.

This however would result in a "failed" mission, as they did not gather the Intel they needed.

Neji received medical attention by a medic squad very near the Leaf Village, as Hinata went ahead to talk to the Hokage about their mission.

Tsunade was understanding of what had happened, sacrificing the mission to bring her cousin Neji back safely. However, her father was much less lenient on what had occurred. In his books, it was a failed mission, and no Hyuuga should ever fail a mission.

Hiashi ultimately decided to disown Hinata, not just because of the mission, but because he also saw her as the weakest member of the clan, and he couldn't have her around even if she was his daughter. He intended to keep the clans reputation solid.

"So that's how it all happened, huh?" Kiba simply didn't have much else to say at the story. Yes, he would have done the same thing if his teammates were in trouble, so he could not believe that Hiashi would get so mad over this issue.

Shino had the same reaction, just standing at the training field shocked about the whole story, hands stuffed in his pockets. Even Kurenai had nothing to say.

"D-do you promise not to tell anyone about this yet? I..don't want everyone concerned about me." Hinata wanted to tell her other friends when the time was right. Many of them had much on their plate with training and missions.

"Of course, we're a team." Shino replied. "Now, shall we get to training?"

"Yes, yes of course!" Kurenai needed an excuse to start training anyways. "Everyone, let's go for a few laps around the village!"

Hours went by quickly as they trained. Practising taijutsu skills, some ninjutsu, and also sensory skills. By the end of the few hours, all three of them were exhausted and done for the day.

"Alright great job today!" Kurenai said enthusiastically. She was proud of how everyone gave it their all in training today. "We'll give you a days rest and we can meet back here again after tomorrow, same time."

With that being said, Shino and Kiba went off in another direction while Hinata and Kurenai were walking towards the apartment.

"So that's what actually happened during that mission that your father was talking about? I've gotta say that you did the right thing bringing Neji back." Kurenai was very proud of Hinata, but the purple haired girl could only feel guilty for not completing her mission.

"I-I just can't imagine what other might think of me. I know ninja's aren't supposed to abandon their mission..." Hinata trailed off.

"Nonsense. In my opinion you did the right thing. I just hope your friends can see it that way too, and I bet they will." Kurenai was hoping to cheer the poor girl up. "Anyways, let's get inside and you can rest a bit. See if you can talk to your friends tomorrow."

"O-okay, t-thank you sensei." Hinata stuttered.

She quickly went into her room and laid on her bed, her eyes staring at the ceiling. What was she going to tell Naruto? Or any other of her friends for that matter. What would they say? How would they react to her telling them the news?

Yes Hiashi was overreacting to her mission, but she was also disowned. No one ever wants to bring that up in a conversation, but she can't hide it forever.

"I'll tell them tomorrow..." Hinata whispers to herself. "Whether their proud of me or not, I'm going to tell them..." She just hoped the person she really cared about would accept her decision as well.

It was only around 5:00, so Hinata decided to rest a little bit and keep herself entertained until dinner.

Kurenai went out to get some fresh ramen, of course that reminded both of them of Naruto.

They both are their ramen and relaxed for a bit after dinner, talking about some of their missions they had. Eventually Kurenai started reading some of her books on Genjutsu and Hinata decided to relax in her room.

She soon began falling asleep thinking of meeting her friends the next day.

"Time to wake up Hinata!" Kurenai shouted.

The Hyuuga girl slowly opened her eyes, turning to the clock. It read 12:05.

It was already noon? Hinata didn't feel like getting up, but she did want to see her friends today. She quickly got out of bed, freshened up and met Kurenai in the kitchen for lunch.

They both ate leftover dumplings as Hinata chatted about meeting up with her friends today, possibly telling them what had happened.

She quickly finished up and headed over to the training field to see if any of her friends were there. Naruto and Lee were sparring as Sakura, Ino, Shikamaru, Choji, and Tenten were chatting on the sides.

Everyone except Neji and her teammates was there, which made it a little harder for her to say what had happened.

"Hey you guys!" Hinata surprisingly yelled.

"Hey Hinata!" Ino was the first to greet her, and everyone followed by a friendly wave.

She glanced at Naruto, who was still fighting Lee, not knowing she was there yet. They always were the more energetic people in the group, which explained why they were the only ones sparring.

"What's up?" Sakura asked Hinata as she walked towards the group.

"Umm.. I have something to tell everyone.." Hinata sort of mumbled her reply.

"What is it Hinata?" Tenten asked. Everyone looked a little worried.

Hinata felt worried of what her friends might think of her. Yes they were supportive, but still, could she face Naruto?

PS... Don't expect daily chapters, I've just had a lot of time on my hands lately. Thanks for the support!