Reviews:
BornOnTheBreakOfDawn: Haha Naruto is creative ~
kawaiihina: Only naruto/hinata allowed, neji must have not read the tags :l! And pizza is so good it just to write that part because I felt the stab in my stomach... While I ate my pizza... And my bf and I had to go a month without each other and this is what we did c:
jenuzumaki: slowly but surely she is stretching her legs and dealing situ her family. If anything threatens her naruto I'm sure she will unleash the beast.
littletierra101: the battle has just begun
abbyk1114: Naruto can be smart and quick witted when he wants to lol only for hina
Cosmic-Sky: it was about to happen hinata was just a little hungry... And not for Naruto's pee pee this time hahaha.
It's funny you say neji was running with his tail between his legs because that's exactly how I imagined it I just didn't write it in lmao but hinata makes a comment somewhat about it hehe. Also as of right now Neji is the biggest enemy to their relationship. If he found out oh boy...
If naruto had a car I wouldn't put it past him to drive to the hotel after that situation haha. And naruto is really smart... When it cokes to hinata XD!
And I don't want to spoil it but you will definitely appreciate it when all that does go down and she meets Nagato hehe!
Mr-Parker-Will-See-You-Now: That part was super fun to right hehe c:
Chapter 18
This was the first time Hinata actually felt excited to get dressed. Her audience in awe of her appearance. Naruto was on her phone as they both got ready for their outing. Giggling and flirting with each other.
"So now Neji is off our backs can I sneak to your house now?"
Hinata hummed slightly, "If I know Neji he's probably going to go home to lick his wounds and then be back."
"Sooo I got a limited amount of time before he comes snooping again?"
Hinata shrugged, "I don't know... He may not be as aggressive now but that could change. Neji isn't one to back down so easily and he, sure enough, won't let someone like me win."
"Win? Like is this a battle to him? Why the hell is your happiness such a detriment to his life?"
Hinata shrugged, "It's always has been… I guess he sees my life as simple. He once told me I had an easy life and I threw it away. In his eyes, I always had it... Perfect."
"Is his life that hard?"
"Being born into this family is work on its own. You are not seen as a child you are seen as a tool. Someone who could move our clan up in class or aid in some beneficial way. Hanabi was given books as gifts when she was in the womb. They told my mom to read to her so she could come out smart."
"Well shit… if it's that bad I guess your dad will be ten times worse."
"Yup… It's just the life of a Hyuga…"
Some time went by as they both focused on getting ready. Hinata stepped back with a little dance, "What do you think?"
"Okay I know that is a traditional kimono but do you have any that I can ruin you just look too damn good Hina."
Hinata smiled softly, stepping back to the mirror, adding eyeliner to her lid. "Naruto this kimono was given as a gift from my mother."
Naruto winced," Oh shit sorry mama Hyuga. I guess I'll have to buy one for you. How much do they normally cost?"
"Um… it depends... A cheaper one could be about two hundred."
"How much was yours?"
Hinata bit her lip, looking at her phone set up on the bathroom counter, "Two thousand."
Naruto choked, "-Uh maybe I'll find a cheaper one to ruin."
Hinata giggles finishing up her make-up. Picking up her phone she smiled, "You look rather handsome tonight too."
Her blonde lets a grin touch his lips, "You think so?" he stepped back so he could pose for her, showing off his tight black t-shirt and blue jeans. A thin necklace around his neck. Hinata giggled, clicking the little circular button on her phone, just one harmless snapshot. Now that Naruto had shown her how to hide her pictures she felt she needed to add to the collection.
"Hey! Did you take a picture of me?" Naruto questioned picking up his phone.
"N-no!"
Naruto grinned "You know I can see when you take a picture right?" To show what he meant he took a picture of her. The phone announcing as such.
Hinata grew hot in the face, "W-why does it tell you that?"
"For little cute perverts like you." Naruto chuckled, "Aw it's okay hime, any time you want a picture of me you don't have to be shy."
Before she could say anything Naruto hissed. "Gotta go Sasuke is here."
"Okay Naruto, be safe!"
"You too hime, text me!"
She blew kisses at him before finally hanging up. With a sigh she got up to leave her hotel room, taking a deep breath. She wasn't a hundred percent distraught. Just ninety-nine point nine percent. And that was okay. 'Small battles.' She told herself.
Luckily Neji will probably lay off her. Hopefully. She had to focus her energy on what she will have to say to her father and sister. She knew Hanabi would be thoroughly displeased with telling her about the doctoral program, there had to be a trick to it. Maybe because it's out of state Hanabi is hoping she'd refuse but she knows she can't refuse her father for long.
Come on Hanabi where are you conniving deceit in this 'glorious' opportunity. Had her father finally backed her into a corner? Hinata sighed wistfully.
"Oh Naruto… how am I going to survive tonight."
Everyone was set in place at Sakura's house, hiding with the lights off. They waited patiently for their guest of honor. Naruto was hiding behind a couch with a party horn upon his lips, Sasuke was sitting on his butt with a beer already to his lips.
"Dude," Naruto spoke around the object in his mouth.
"It takes a lot more for me to get drunk lightweight. I'm starting early."
Naruto rolled his eyes checking his phone,
Juicy Bunny: I'm here, I won't be able to text you too much but I'll try to. Have fun Naruto!
Sexy fox: Take a picture of Neji's face when he sees the painting.
Juicy Bunny: Oh it'll be priceless. I may just cream myself
Naruto busted up laughing as Sasuke elbowed him harshly and a few whispers of "Shut up Naruto!" Was hissed at him.
"Sorry sorry." He muttered texting his juicy bunny.
"She's here!" Suigetsu called into the room.
Everyone got ready as they saw the flashing lights past by the curtains. The girls' voices could be heard outside as they got to the door giggling.
"Ah, This has been such a great day thank you Sakura." Ino swooned about her outing as the two girls walked into the living room.
As soon as they stepped foot the lights flicked on and everyone stood up with a resounding "SURPRISE!" Loud cheering went on and a chorus of 'Happy birthday' and 'let's get fucked up now' swooped in the air.
Ino began to laugh as she was swept away by the crowd. Taking this moment Sakura slipped to Naruto and Sasuke. "I'm surprised you didn't mess it up. Good job."
"Me too," Sasuke added drinking his beer.
"What? You aren't going to say anything?" Naruto raised a brow gesturing to Sasuke who only looked at him confused.
"What? Sasuke is a grown man he can have a beer if he wants to."
Grown man?! Naruto rolled his eyes, It's funny because if it was him drinking the beer Sakura would have flipped her shit 'Naruto you couldn't have waited for the party to start?'
Anything Sasuke does is cool but when he does it he's a slouchy slob.
Uhuh, double standard havin ass. "Anyways I'm gonna go get some liquor, some real liquor." He snapped his fingers at Sasuke backing away but before he could completely disperse Sakura raised a hand to stop him.
"Wait did you get Ino a present?"
Naruto smirked, he did it right after school- oh wait he was with Hinata. He did it this morning… oh wait he slept in… with Hinata… his smirk slowly died. This afternoon? Ah, he was talking to Hinata…
"…I…"
Sasuke snorted, "There it is."
Sakura deadpanned, her eyes moving into a glare. "Naruto…"
Naruto went red in the cheeks, "Oops… Come on Sasuke if you were really my brother you'd put my name on your gift."
"Pay me for the whole thing and you got yourself a deal."
Naruto looked surprised, " Th-the whole thing?! This is highway robbery!"
"You are paying me for the time, gas, money, and thoughtfulness I used to get this gift. Also if you don't you are going to be royally fucked. So now you are robbing me of entertainment. The price just went up."
"You sadistic bastard, how much?"
"One hundred."
Naruto gagged on air, "No way!"
Sasuke only chuckled, "Suit yourself." He shrugged as he walked away.
Naruto turned to Sakura nervously, "A few more beers and I'm sure I can get a yes from him."
Sakura sighed exaggeratedly, "Figure something out Naruto! Before the end of the night!"
Naruto paled as she stormed off into the crowd. He was gonna need a few shots.
Tonight's family dinner was pretty weird. She didn't know what it was but she had an almost carefree attitude. She wasn't sure what it was but she just… Just didn't care. Yes, that's right she just, didn't care. When she walked in she wasn't taken aback by the sneers and hateful gazes. When her father greeted her she greeted him nonchalantly- but with respect.
When he talked to her she listened and hummed but she truly could care less. It was like white noise around her. She even got herself a glass of wine, sipping on the sinful liquid. To her surprise people came up to her, to speak and chit-chat with her. It was all bullshit but it was funny to see them noticing her change in attitude. They probably saw her acting high and mighty but in reality, she just didn't give a fuck.
Her time here will be over soon, and she could go back to her blonde waving goodbye to this silly family meeting. It was for them really. To show off their status and how happy they were. Well, she too was happy and maybe that enticed them because surely she had nothing to be happy about right? A lowly woman such as her being a teacher living in her tiny prairie home- being happy? Absolutely not!
They all harbored such a shallow mindset really, sheep to the flock just like Neji. How sad. It seemed they were truly the unhappy ones. Hinata drifted astray, pulling her phone out of her sleeve. Her father had left her alone so far noticing her mingling with the other girls. In his eyes, he probably saw this as a good thing, but really they were just being nosey. They didn't want to be her friend. Not truly anyway.
Sexy Fox: I FORGOT TO GET INO A GIFT! SAKURA IS GOING TO HAVE MY HEAD! YOU HAVE TO DELETE MY BROWSER HISTORY SASUKE WILL JUST POST THAT SHIT AT THE MEMORIAL DON'T LET HIM TOUCH IT!
Hinata giggled.
Juicy Bunny: can I see it before I delete it?
Sexy Fox: No.
"Hinata." Neji's voice interrupted her as she looked into his eyes. She kept her lips in a line, she didn't want him to see her too happy.
"Yes, Neji."
He looked down at the cup of wine in her hand, but said nothing as he looked back at her gaze, "Father would like to speak to you."
"Certainly." She followed Neji through the crowd but their travels were stopped by the very man she did not wish to see at all tonight.
Hidan.
Another man stood next to him looking the scariest in the room. His face was mostly covered and his robes touched the floor. She knew all too well who this was and she was sure this man was nothing but evil. His eyes only wanted one thing- money. Kakuza was all about greed and seeing him in a religious position made her stomach sour. The poor people he could be swindling, why did her clan have to have such terrible connections.
"My lady." Hidan bowed slightly at the hip, looking toward the man who accompanied her. "Neji." He smiled softly but it looked more like a smirk. Both Hyuga's nodded their heads in acknowledgment. Kakuza only offered them a nod and something akin to a grunt.
An awkward silence stretched as Hinata pressed her lips together, she didn't know what to say, and even if she did she surely wouldn't want to talk to them. She had hoped Neji would speak but it seemed like a cat has caught his tongue. Hinata internally rolled her eyes, she wanted to step on his toe. He's always quick to speak, the man can't get enough of his own voice but the one time she needed him to blab his mouth he doesn't say a peep.
Hidan spoke for them, "Aw come on guys. I don't want to scare you! Please speak freely toward me as if we are close friends."
Impossible.
"Th-Thank you Hidan. I appreciate the gesture but my father had summoned us." Hinata looked at Neji, showing a sprinkle of kindness toward him. She could have easily thrown him under the bus and skirted away herself but she was feeling a bit generous. Maybe if she was nice enough he'd back away from snooping on her life.
Neji nodded his head catching her gaze, he had finally found his voice, "Yes. Father would be displeased if we kept him waiting. You know how impatient he can be."
Hinata smiled giving Hidan the fakest of all apology, "I am truly sorry."
The two tried to walk around but Hidan had placed a hand in front of her, his palm touching her stomach.
He smiled looking down at her, but his eyes danced with something that made her clench her jaw. "Do I make you afraid?"
Hinata shook her head 'no' because she was too afraid her voice would betray her.
"Good, I was hoping to have your company later this evening. Is that alright?"
Hinata's lips twitched in a slight smile, then she nodded her head, "Sure. After the show."
"After the show." He repeated. Dropping his hand he allowed her to pass. Her eyes stayed glued to her destination, afraid to look back because she knew his piercing gaze would be trailing after her. Glancing to her right Neji seemed to be having an internal battle within himself. She had never seen him back down from anyone, let alone drop his gaze.
