Fireworks
By LadyDetia
Chapter 3: Letting the Sparks Fly
It was the final day of the Harvest Festival and spirits were as high as the clouds. Drumming and singing could be heard all throughout the central hub of Konoha as people bustled through the streets. Merchants competed with the music by shouting out their wares to the public. Sparklers were the most popular items among the youth of the village. They knew enough to buy them now because they always run out so fast. The second most popular place to shop was Ino's family business, the local flower shop. The women had made it a tradition to adorn their hair with a single flower on this night. The most popular species was the lily. It was probably because the way petals flared out made the flower look like the result of an explosion of color. Well, almost like fireworks. After working for two hours straight, Ino's mother came to relieve her.
"Thank you for manning the counter, Ino-chan," her mother stated with a smile as she donned her apron.
"Doitashimashite, mama! It's not a problem!" Ino took off her apron, folded it and put it behind the counter.
"Oh, by the way, Sakura-chan and Hinata-chan are waiting upstairs for you," her mother quickly added as she greeted another influx of customers. Ino simply nodded and smiled as she headed upstairs to her room, grabbing a flower on her way up.
When the tall kunoichi opened her door she saw Sakura, dressed to the nines in a bright red and gold kimono, helping Hinata with her hair. She had her hair up in a traditional looking, almost geisha like, up do. It wasn't as tight or elaborate as a geisha's, but having her hair up like that made her neck look longer and her face as regal as a queen.
"Looking good so far, Hinata-chan!" Ino complimented as she pulled her make-up case out of her vanity drawer. Sakura had just finished with Hinata's hair when Ino handed her a fresh cut lily. Sakura immediately understood the gesture and placed it Hinata's up-do right above her right ear, signifying her single status. Ino and Sakura wore their flowers above their left ear as a sign that they had significant others. The young women chatted about this and that as Ino put on the finishing touches of Hinata's make-up. It was subtle and not over done. She used a smoky color for her eye shadow giving Hinata's eyes an alluring appearance. She then finished the look with a touch of peach lipstick to match her kimono. Hinata wore a silk kimono that was a shade of orange that was so subtle it shone like the beginnings of a sunset. The kimono was not long like a traditional one, but stopped just past her knee. Ino suggested the length so it would allow more freedom of movement and give Naruto a good look at Hinata's sexy legs. A silvery lotus blossom was emblazoned on the back to provide and interesting view from all angles. The stargazer lily in her hair was a burst of bright orange with flecks of silver dancing down the center of each petal. Ino and Sakura let Hinata stand in front of a full-length mirror to get a look at herself.
"Hinata-chan…you look breathtaking!" Sakura gasped in delight, causing a smile to form on Hinata's lips.
"Man, that Naruto is going to be in trouble tonight! Looking this hot he might have to fight off the other guys just to get to you! It's too bad Ten-Ten couldn't be here, but she is performing with the other drummers. So, Hinata-chan, you ready to turn some heads and break some hearts?"
Hinata laughed. She didn't know anything about that, but she did know she wanted to catch her foxy boy tonight and keep him forever.
The trio spent the rest of the day hanging with their friends. Hinata smiled to herself when she noticed different young men looking at her. Some of them even had an almost hungry look in their eyes.
'Wow, I really must be looking good,' she thought to herself. In her own subtle way she made sure that Naruto also got a good look at her. She beamed when he told her that she looked really nice. He looked pretty damn good himself in his blue kimono covered with a pattern of white swirls and a pair of black pants. The kimono fit him kind of loose but it didn't hide this muscular build completely. Hinata wished she could bury her face in that manly chest of his right then and there, but she didn't want to scare the poor guy by being too aggressive too soon.
The sun was now setting which was a sign that more mature fun and games were about to begin in for the villagers. The karaoke bar was usually packed this time of year and this year was no exception. Fortunately the Hyuuga heiress was able to convince her father to reserve a private party room for her and her friends for this night. That gave everyone more room to move and watch each other without obstructing their view. Hiashi-sama was even kind enough to have the event catered. Hinata was glad because she didn't want a bunch of servers going in and out interrupting things.
It was just after sunset when every chunin and jonin that was invited showed up ready to party. Everyone was laughing and enjoying themselves as different people got up the courage to belt out some karaoke. Everyone laughed when Kiba sang along with his dog, Akamaru, who howled along with the music. Kiba laughed himself and took it all in stride. Hinata went around greeting the party guests, who complimented her hosting. One hour into the party Ten-Ten pulled the gracious hostess aside.
"Hinata-chan, I wanted to let you know you're up next! Don't be nervous, ok? You're gonna be great!" Hinata smiled, trying to mask her nervousness as she made her way to the stage. Her nervousness increased when she noticed the room had gotten quiet and all eyes were on her. She took a deep breath to help her relax after she saw her friends give her thumbs-up all around. She closed her eyes when the familiar base line filled the room. There were some cheers from those who recognized and loved this song as Hinata opened her mouth to sing.
Hey, look at me boy as I speak the words
I can't deny anymore
No more tryin' to hide
The fact is that I really, really need you inside
I don't think you realize what you're doin' to me
I think I'm losing my mind
Looks like I'm crazy in love with you
Don't know what I'm gonna do
I want to give my all to you, body and soul
Looks like I'm crazy in love with you
Don't look away cuz I'm not through
The fire in my heart is takin' it's toll
As she continued to sing she got bolder and moved like a graceful cat on the prowl down from the stage. The way she was walking got a lot of cheers from the guys to the chagrin of some of the ladies. Sakura, Ino, and Ten-Ten weren't worried though because they knew who Hinata was showing off for. It was made pretty obvious once she stood in front of a surprised Uzumaki and slowly straddled his lap by the second verse. Once she sat down facing him, her face mere inches from his, his eyes were wide in shock.
Whether gentle or rough
I'll make it so you can't get enough
Of the two of us makin' love day and night
I just can't help myself
I don't want nobody else
Put those other girls on the shelf and hold me tight
As she sang the word 'tight' she gently squeezed her thighs together causing an immediate physical response from Naruto. A crimson flush spread across his face as she hoped to God that Hinata didn't feel his growing excitement.
I only want to please you and never let you go
Touch, taste me, love me
Do what you want cuz I'm all yours
There was a brief yet dramatic break in the music when Hinata did something that shocked everyone and even surprised her. She hadn't planned it ahead of time, but she got so into the music she didn't realize what she had done for a brief second. The moment only took two seconds but the effect sent a wave of excitement throughout the bodies of both shinobi. Hinata had leaned forward to give Naruto the tiniest lick across his lips. It was that fast but that brief action lit a fire in Naruto that he had never felt before. Just that fast, Hinata got up from his lap to finish the song.
Looks like I'm crazy in love with you
Don't know what I'm gonna do
I want to give my all to you, body and soul
Looks like I'm crazy in love with you
Don't look away cuz I'm not through
The fire in my heart is takin' it's toll
Hinata finished the song with a sensual sigh; her eyes half closed with the tiniest, almost devious smile on her lips. The party guests were going crazy cheering for Hinata's performance. Some of the cheering was mixed with catcalls from some of the guys. Hinata's three girlfriends ran up to her to tell her how proud they were that she gave such a smashing performance.
"I didn't think you would give him that super naughty kiss like that though," Sakura commented with a huge grin.
"It surprised me too. It kind of just happened," Hinata responded, reverting to her normally quiet tone. While all this was going on a still totally stunned Naruto sat in his seat with a hand to his lips. When he finally came to himself he decided that he and Hinata needed to have a little talk…alone.
Next: Chapter 4- Three-Two-One…BOOM!
Author's note: The lyrics to "Crazy in Love with You" are original and written by me. I write and record songs so it may appear on a future album. I haven't decided yet. Anyway, Review!!!! If I get at least 15 total the next chapter will be very, very sexy indeed. Thank you for all the reviews I'm gotten so far.