Wow, this one was harder than expected. At least I have a new computer to work with. I'm sooo frusterated with this new computer thougth!

Today is June 11, 2007 and it's Yuuhi Kurenai's birthday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KURENAI-SENSEI!

Well you should all know her as the leader of Team 8. I don't think I need to go much farther.

I think a birthday story is in order for her! Yea, i still wish i could have done one for Itachi-kun, though:'(

The day ended in the usual manner. The Genin left to do whatever they wanted and she was left to her boring life. Kurenai was a little dimwitted that day and had completely forgotten what today actually was.

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She strolled the busy streets of Konoha with a lazed look. She just needed something to occupy her time.

"Kurenai there you are." She perked up at the sound of that familiar voice.

"Asuma?" She turned, with a smile on her face, to her comrade.

"I've been searching for you." He smiled with his cigarette lazing on his lips.

"Really?" Her cheeks went a shade of pink. The only thought going through her mind was why would he be looking for her on a day like this? "Why on a day like this?" She cocked her head to the side.

"Don't tell me you forgot." He stared blankly.

"Forgot what?" Her patience was going thin. She liked a strait answered when asked.

"Well then it's all the better that you did forget." A smile creased his lips.

"Why is it I can't get a straight answer from you?"

"Just come along and you'll find out." He turned and disappeared onto the roofs. With her eyebrow twitching with annoyance, she went after him.

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Asuma stopped at a local tavern and waited for Kurenai to catch up. Upon arriving, he led her into the dark tavern.

"It looks closed." She said with suspicion. She could feel the presences of the people in there, but wasn't sure of what to make of it. She scanned the area before watching Asuma disappear into the darkness. "Asuma?" She asked before stepping farther into the darkness. "What's…?"

The lights flew on and a crowd of people jumped at her. The surprise was great enough that she didn't even think. She quickly preformed hand seals and disappeared like a ghost. The people were staring dumbfounded.

"Where did she go?" One of the Jounin asked.

"I knew this would happen." Another said with a sigh.

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Kurenai stared at the people before her. All of them were unconscious. She eyed them carefully and realized.

"What have I gotten myself into this time?" She asked to no one in particular.

"Should have known that would happen." Kurenai glance up at the unexpected voice. "Jeez." Asuma looked at all their comrades.

"What's going on?" Kurenai held a sharp demanding tone which made Asuma cringe slightly.

"Well it was going to be a surprise party, but…" He trailed off as he looked back down to the floor.

"Surprise party? For what?"

"Jeez," he said once again. "You really have no clue what day it is today." Kurenai looked at him with curiosity. "It's your birthday Kurenai. So….err….happy birthday." Kurenai could feel the slam of realization hit her.

"I forgot." She stated with surprise. He smiled at her innocence. She was cute when she acted like a blond.

"Hey since this party is gone, how about I take you somewhere better?" His smile was wide with the hint of something in his eyes. At this sight Kurenai could feel her cheeks starting glow.

This was just to Asuma's satisfaction as he chuckled at her.

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Asuma lead the blindfolded Kurenai through the forest to a nice spot he knew of. The darkening forest held an eerily feeling to it. Even though Kurenai could easily overcome the blindfold, she refrained for she wanted to have a good surprise.

Upon arriving, he sat her down in the grass. He removed the blindfold from her eyes so she could see.

"Where are we?" She glanced at Asuma who was staring out at the landscape.

"I used to come here all the time. I never shared this secret with anyone." The tone in his voice made him seem so different. It was a different that made Kurenai like him more, but at the same time made her back away.

Asuma, being old fashion, gave a fake stretch and placed his arm around her. Her first thought was to pull away from him to prevent herself from turning a deep crimson, but something kept her there. Maybe it was her female instincts, but who knows. She leaned against him with a sudden relief.

"You're the first person who I ever brought up here." He said in a low soothing voice. Despite her efforts not to, her face was starting to turn a shade of red. She nodded her head slightly to show that she heard. "Kurenai, I…" He paused.

Kurenai looked up with question. Since when did Asuma falter in his speech? She thought. The look on his face was very deep that it made her want to look away, but she kept her eyes fixed on his.

"Asuma…" She started in a hushed voice. Her words were not heard by the transfixed Asuma. His gaze laid on her alone. He leaned closer to her with a caring look in his eyes. His lips were hovering just above hers.

"Kurenai….I love you."

WOO! I'm sorry I just had to end like this. This is just how I am. I know, it bugs me too, but you all will live. It was stupid, I know, but these stories are for the fun of it all. Hope you enjoyed.

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Thanks!