It's Worth The Troubles Chapter 2: Really Troublesome, a naruto fanfic

IT'S WORTH THE TROUBLES

By ardenilia

Disclaimer: Masashi Kishimoto-sensei owns Uzumaki Naruto & Company. I'm just a newbie, have much to learn and owns an average life.

Author's Note: This is the not the first fic I've written, but yet the first one I've posted on So, minna-san, please be kind and I'm looking forward to receive constructive criticisms and ideas, and no flames please! I'm emotionally incapable of receiving any heartless remarks. - Hope you'd give this multiple chapters story a shot….alrite?

Summary: Both of them did not expect this. More over Shikamaru. What's Temari gotta do? This one, not even Dai Kamaitachi No Jutsu could handle…

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Part 2 : Really Troublesome

The next night, the pub was filled with people, most of them men. Some of them are dressed in a Konoha ninja uniform, while most of them are common village folks. One of the few groups hanging out at the pub late evening was none other than the Hokage and his friends.

"Ahh…nothing could beat the taste of fresh beer after a few days out for a mission" Kiba said in a very contented mood, as he sipped some of the burning liquid down his throat.

Neji added, "The best part is, you could hang out with your friends and have a very good time."

"Yeah, just like always." Naruto grinned, as he fork some of his seafood ramen into his mouth. Since Hinata got pregnant, he had to spend on take away dinner or eat-in at the local restaurant because she could never get into the kitchen without feeling nauseous. Well, Naruto wouldn't give a damn at all since eating out means he could hang out with his friends and do guys stuff together. Besides, he wouldn't want Hinata to be troubled into cooking his dinner and stuffs.

"I haven't heard from Shino lately. How's he doing right now at the Mist?" Chouji asked, while munching on his third helping of tempura.

"He's doing okay, I think. He's expected to come back some time around next week." Kiba replied.

"Did you hear that…" One asked towards the others.

So, they were talking about their previous mission and their other friends' latest news, when Chouji realized that Shikamaru had been quiet from the start despite of staring at the table as if he could bore holes onto it.

"Yo, Shikamaru" He patted once on his best friend's shoulder. "Is anything bothering you?"

"Huh?" Shikamaru blinked. He realized that Neji, Kiba, Naruto and Chouji were looking at him with quizzical looks on their faces.

"What? Sorry. I spaced out just now" He said as one of his hands subconsciously went to support one side of his face.

"Is anything wrong? It's like your mind is at some place else." Chouji asked again.

"What's matter, Shikamaru? Can't wait to get your hands on Temari again tonight huh?" Kiba asked, with a mischievous gleam in his eyes. Everyone broke into a small laughter, including Shikamaru.

"More like, I don't want to see her, at least for tonight. If I do, she' going to shred me into pieces."

Their laughter died.

"Anou…did you guys have a fight or something?"

"I don't know. This afternoon, I went back home and the kids greeted me. I wanted to tell her that I'll be heading to the bar with you guys and I'll be dropping the kids at Neji's house. But, she said that I don't care about her or the kids, and I'm being an insensitive ass, and she goes on and on complaining about how tired she was. It's so troublesome."

"Hmm…" Neji interrupted him. "What happened to her? I mean, if I didn't know Temari better, it's not a wonder if she acted like that. For me, Tenten seems to be quite cool with staying at home to look after the kids."

"Well, exactly. It's like she's being jumpy and ultra sensitive all of a sudden. And to top of that, she threw off a fit in front of the kids last night. That's why I think it's better if I send the kids away to their friends' house, than with her. I knew Temari; she can tear down the house if she wants too." Shikamaru said, a note of confusion in his tone.

"Well, as your friend, I suggest you sort things out between you and your wife. When she told you those things today, what did you do?" Chouji asked.

"I…it…it was too troublesome. I just couldn't stand there and let her say whatever she wants to say. That's why I just walked out of the door because I want her to cool down a little bit."

Neji sighed. "It wasn't a very smart thing to do, genius"

Shikamaru's eyes went wide at his friend's comment. "What do you suggest I do back then?"

"You could have stayed and just listen to what she wants to say. If you remember, our last mission occupied us for two weeks, and Temari had to do everything while you're gone. Women, sometimes you just need to listen, and then they'll be okay." Neji assured him.

"Yeah." Kiba agreed. "In this situation, it's better for you to have a talk with your wife, work things out and don't worry about the kids. They can stay at my house for awhile, I'm sure my kids will be happy to have some friends coming over." He grinned while giving Shikamaru a concern pat on the back.

Shikamaru gave a weak nod before muttering, "Thanks guys"

'Damn you Shikamaru' Temari's heart screamed out loud as another prune was popped into her mouth. Her body was lying helplessly on the couch, her shoulders heaved up and down as she tried to suppress her tears from flowing heavier and heavier.

She sobbed uncontrollably before sipping on the hot chocolate that she placed on the coffee table before. She had never felt so weak and vulnerable before. 'It's his entire fault. I never meant to nag him or anything. I just wanted his attention. If only he didn't leave then I would not be so mad. Why can't he stay at home for a few days?' She said to herself as she pinched the pillow on her lap, leaving traces of frustration marks on the cover.

It was around 2 am when Shikamaru reached his front door. When he opened the door to his bedroom, he saw the silhouette of his wife, lying flat on the bed with her golden tresses spread on the pillow, half covering her face.

As he crept slowly into the bed, he noticed that there were traces of tears on Temari's face. At that instant, he felt a big pang of guilt in his heart, as he knew that he had hurt Temari's feelings and broke her heart.

'I'm sorry, koibito'

He moved on to her side and caressed her slightly plump cheeks. 'Hmm…I just left her for a few weeks, but it seems she's been putting on some weight' Shikamaru mused to himself. But, as quickly the thought came, it quickly disappeared as he placed his arm on her body and embraced her tenderly. Temari woke up to the feeling of warmth beside her.

"Shika-kun?" Her voice sounded tired and meek.

"I'm home" He said as he planted a soft peck on her cheek. It was a few seconds of bliss and peace until Temari's body shot up, with her right hand covering her nose.

"You've been at the bar haven't you?"

"Yes I did. I don't see anything wrong with that"

"You've been drinking all night and wasting your time at the bar until…what time is it?" She stole a glance from the digital clock perched on the nightstand. "TWO in the morning?"

"Temari, I just hanged out with the guys and had a few drinks. Besides, it's not that something I haven't done before. You were okay with it all this time and why did it matters to you right now, all of a sudden?"

"Did it never occur in your smart-brained head that you have a wife waiting for you at home? And, where are the kids? Did the alcohol clog your brain until you can't even remember to bring them home!" Her voice was raised a note higher.

"With you shouting all the time, I'm glad I left them at Neji's house instead!"

"Are you telling me that I'm a lousy mother!"

"No I did not. Why did you have to keep misunderstanding what I've said?" He paused as he tried taking a few breaths. "Please calm down, Temari. Jeez, this is so troublesome. Can't we just settle this in the morning, after both of our minds are cleared enough to make a decent conversation?"

"Fine. But don't you ever think of coming near the bed because you stink. I can't stand the smell. You're sleeping outside" She said while pointing towards the bedroom door.

"What? Oh, man…"

End Of Chapter 2

To Be Continued….

A/N: Thanks for reading!

Ja!

Love,

ardenilia