ITachi ending chapter 3

After 2 excruciatingly long classes it was finally lunch time. Hinata made her way towards the cafeteria, each step made her feel more and more sick. The butterflies in the tummy were throwing a massive party. When she spotted the handsome dark haired man in the corner with all their friends, she took one last breathe to calm her nerves down and walked over to her crush.

She was greeted by a fly hug from Toby and sweet welcomes from everyone. Ino was hanging out with Kiba that day so Hinata felt less confident but she was determined to seduce Itachi.

"H-hi Itachi-san" The "san" kind of threw Itachi off a little since he thought they were close enough to drop that.

"Oh Hi Hinata, how are you feeling? Have you eaten" He smiled his usual warm smile and Hinata could swear she just melted a little.

It took her a moment to realise what he just asked and replied a few scattered words nervously. "U-uhm Itachi-san would you like to ah g-go for a little walk?"

Itachi was happy to since crowded places weren't for him and he always enjoyed Hinatas company.

"Sure thing, let's go"

You see, Itachi has been approached by many women. High school girls, college girls and even some models. Itachi was a popular guy however he didn't understand why. He thinks he has a rather boring personality and is very reserved. He imagines someone who can express their emotions well would be popular but he doesn't do that very well.

That day he did feel that hinata was acting abit different. Initiating the walk and now asking if he wanted to go get dinner after school.

Maybe she's still hurt by what Sasuke did or did something happen at the party he wonders?

In his last class, sociology, Itachi couldn't help but wonder why Hinata wanted to see him, she probably has some problem she wants to talk about or get off her mind. The whole day she barely said anything and when she did it was all very vague, she didn't look up at him even once. The invite after school was also weird. It's not like her to not include everyone. He kept telling himself not to overthink.

on the other hand, Hinata was hyperventilating from asking Itachi out to dinner, she can't believe she actually did that. After asking him she just ran out and spent the rest of her lunch break with Ino trying to calm herself down. This afternoon was going to be hard for the poor Hyuga.

Itachi waited for Hinata at the school gates leaning on his car enjoying the breeze. 'God he is breathtaking' thought Hinata as she fought the urge to run in the opposite direction. It's hard to even talk to him, the whole day she hasn't been able to look him in the eyes or hold a proper conversation. She needs to calm down.

'You have nothing to lose Hinata!'

Ino had told Hinata about a bay side restaurant and suggested she go there with Itachi, the atmosphere was amazing, with the light breeze from the sea. The restaurant was filled with globe lights on strings. The pair decided to sit outside since the weather was nice. It was a Monday and the restaurant was very quiet. After ordering food Hinata sat nervously rocking back and forth in her chair. Itachi was just enjoying the atmosphere and Hinata's company but he remembered he needed to ask her if she was ok, even now she is acting a little distant, 'I wonder if I did something wrong'.

"Hinata?"

Her head shot up in surprise, she was in her own little world trying to find the right words when his voice took her out of her trance.

"Y-yes?!" She almost yelped

"Are you ok? You've been acting a little strange today. Did something happen? You can talk to me."

Hinata felt bad that she made him worry but she honestly doesn't know what to say or how to confess.

She decided not to lie but instead see what he would like a girl to do if she liked him.

"Uhm I l-like someone and I'm not s-sure what to do.."

Hinata was hoping Itachi would realise it was him but he smiled with surprise. He didn't expect her to have a crush but all his friends and most guys in school does have a thing for her.

Itachi felt a small sinking feeling inside him. He was a bit disappointed hearing that she already had someone she liked. Itachi never really gave it much thought, he knew he treated her differently and that he cared deeply for her but he never felt the need to label their relationship. Yes the Uchiha had a crush, but he didn't think she would like someone before he realised his feelings.

Putting her happiness before his own Itachi decided to give her honest advice from a guy's perspective.

"Well Hinata, I don't know about most guys. But if someone was interested in me, I would like them to maybe just spend some alone time with me maybe watch a movie at home together, order some take away. I think to know if you like someone you should be able to spend down time with them without being bored. I'm not the type to confess but maybe he is. I think it is amazing when a girl confesses since it shows that she knows how she feels and is confident in how much she likes me. It shows sincerity."

Itachi was happy thinking about doing that with Hinata but he tries to put that thought behind him and stares awkwardly at the Hyuga. He just said something very out of character, it wasn't like him to be a mushy and romantic, but with Hinata he keeps showing different sides.

Hinata was taking notes in her head. Doing something at home and intimate does seem like Itachi. Hinata blushed thinking about watching movies with him in bed like a real couple. The rest of the night went smoothly. Hinata became more relaxed and could speak to the Uchiha properly now. Itachi thanked Hinata for a lovely night and dropped her off at her house.

As soon as she got inside, hinata dialled Ino and told her everything that happened.

Ino and Hinata were trying to brainstorm ways to suggest hanging out at his house without making it weird. Hinata has slept at his house before and was fairly familiar with it by now so it wouldn't be weird for her to hang out there but she needs a good excuse and Sasuke is also a problem.

After a few days Hinatas dad told her their extended family was coming to stay for a few nights and asked if she wanted to stay at a friends house. This was the perfect opportunity.

She was quite nervous asking such a big favour of Itachi but the thought of it made her excited. Hinata was an adult, so of course she's had dirty thoughts. At lunch time Hinata quietly tapped him on the shoulder and pulled him to the side.

"I-itachi –san I have quite a b-big favour to ask.." taking a deep breathe she continued

"So this weekend my extended f-family is coming to stay and theyre going to use my r-room and dad suggested I s-stay at a friends house…"

She took a quick glance at Itachi's face but he was as expressionless as ever however he did have his usual soft smile everytime he talked to her though.

'Fuck it' the hyuga thought, she can't back down now. Time to woman up. She squeezed her shut and blurted out the sentence that's been on her tongue.

"I was wondering if I could stay at your place for a few days"

Still not daring to open her eyes or look up, Hinata just waited and waited till she heard Itachi's pleasant laugh.

He didn't know why she was so nervous asking him. She has slept in his room before, he didn't see anything weird about it. Itachi had a few uhm inappropriate thoughts cross his mind but quickly shut them down and reassured Hinata that she can stay for as long as she'd like.

"R-really? Is it too much trouble?"

"Not at all, anything for you. I can come pick you up after school today from your house after you pack?"

"T-thank you so much! I'll see you later!" She instinctively hugged him out of excitement. Her action caught Itachi off guard. Tobi was observing the whole exchange form behind a pole and behind a bin was Ino. The both looked over surprised seeing the other. After Hinata left Ino grabbed Tobi and pulled him outside. She was suspicious. Maybe he was jealous and would try sabotage Hinatas chance. Ino was not going to let anyone do that. Not even the popular freshman Tobi.

"Why were you watching them" Ino asked demandingly with her arms crossed. She was pretty damn scared but she can't show him that.

Tobi laughed at her tough act. Like anyone could intimidate him besides Pein or Itachi.

"Stop laughing and answer me! Are you going to sabotage this. Don't budge in. Hinata really likes Itachi!"

Ino blurted that out without realising she just told Tobi Hinatas secret. She covered her mouth out of disbelief.

Tobi kinda realised this though after watching the whole exchange.

Tobi laughed again and decided to clear up the misunderstanding

"No no I'd do no such thing! I love Hina! She's like a good friend I want to protect. Itachi is smart but he can be pretty oblivious. I want to help!"

Ino was relieved that they won't have another problem.

Ino decided to tell Tobi everything that happened between Hinata and Itachi and at the end Tobi nodded in understanding.

"I don't know what to do about Sasuke to be honest. If he saw Hinata at his home he would berate her again." Ino sighed, she really had no power against someone like Sasuke.

Tobi however thought of a good idea.

"Leave that to me." He smirked. Ino looked at him questionably. 'What a weird guy' she thought.