Warning: Words are jumbled up together. Sorry bout that.

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Chapter 13: Caring for You

The sun in the sky shined brightly, dazzling to the eye. I walked along the village road, deep in thought. The noise and chatter around me only seemed to fade as if I was the only one there. Right now, I was really pissed off.

"Something we shouldn't take so lightly, keh. What the hell's that supposed to mean?" I stopped in my tracks, staring face down at the ground. "She…didn't even answer me at that time…"

To be truthful, I felt like crap. The thought of having a child together with Sakura really made me happy, but…the look on her face when she thought of that possibility. It was a look of horrification.

My heart clenched at this, causing my chest to tighten. It…really hurt.

"Sakura, why is it…"why is it that you still love him? I really wanted to ask her that. I wanted to hear an answer from her lips. If I asked her that though, she would probably avoid the subject. I let out a sigh. Probably best if I don't say anything.

I continued walking, staring from side to side at the shops and stands. "Oooh, takoyaki!" Running over to the cart, I quickly ordered a box, hoping to go to Iruka-sensei's house and share with him. I thanked the man and made my way back to the dirt path. Out of nowhere, a figure jumped in front of me and claimed in a loud voice,

"I-I LOVE YOU!"

The box I held dropped to the ground, the delicious octopus-batter balls splattered at my feet. I stared at the person who had claimed their so-called love for me and began to shiver with disgust.

"NARUTO!"

"Um yeah, it's me…"

It was none other than Sasuke. He looked at me as if he wanted to run into a hole any minute now and hide there. He wore a long-sleeved white shirt with a low collar, showing off his decently-muscled chest and black pants that clung to his legs which only made them look longer. From his neck hung a chain-like necklace, which clinked when he straightened his body posture. Honest-to-god, he looked like a model from one of those fashion magazines that Sakura had in her room. Liking this guy would only make a girl seem shallow.

"Wh-what are you doing here?" Sasuke squeaked. He had noticed that his voice was off and coughed to relieve it. "I didn't think someone like you would be here at this time," he said, regaining his normal voice.

I just stared at the guy. "What are you, my keeper? It's only five p.m.," I pointed out.

His cool composure was then broken as he looked sideways with a frown, his cheeks red. I decided to ask him about just now earlier.

"Hey um…what was that about, Sasuke? Are you really gay? Cause if you were, that would explain why you turn down the girls in the village." His eyes immediately turned into slits at this, his whole face reddening.

"Th-that wasn't for you you idiot!" In an instant, he disappeared in a puff of smoke.

I clenched my fists at my sides. Idiot? My anger all exploded at once.

"You...DON'T SAY YOU LOVE ME AND CALL ME AN IDIOT ALL OF A SUDDEN YOU-YOU-YOU WOMEN-STEALING HOMO!"

"AHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAH!"

"Shut up!" the Uchiha roared, throwing a rock at my head. He was seated on the ground, sitting against a wooden pole Indian-style.

"Ow! Treat a woman more gently will you?"

"What woman? I only see a crazy blond laughing her head off," he replied with a sneer.

"I-I'm s-s-sorry," I placed my hand over my mouth, struggling to contain the laughter within me.

"I hate you," he spat out angrily. He stood up and grabbed me by the front of my shirt staring into my face. "You…you better not make me do anything embarrassing again," he warned. "Ever."

"C'mon. You have to admit that was kind of funny," I said, finally calmed. If I laughed anymore, he would have definitely killed me.

"You're just doing this to your amusement you sadist," he accused. "I unintentionally confessed my love to a guy just now! And there is nothing funny about that."

"But did you see the look on Naruto's face? He looked like he actually believed what you said. That just goes to show how believable you were. It was a good thing you had someone to practice it on. Though, I never suspected it to be Naruto. The original plan was to confess to a complete stranger at a random time and place."

"Who practices confessing there love? Shouldn't it be when your ready or when you love that person so much that you can't hold it in any longer?" He continued to ramble on, without noticing my stare. When he did, he stopped.

"What'd you stop for? Continue on," I urged. "Ah, but I didn't know the Uchiha Sasuke knew about this kind of stuff," I said, grinning at him. He looked away embarrassed.

"I…read some novels from time to time," he muttered under his breath.

Hinata, I am definitely rooting for you and Sasuke! "Yosh! Get ready Sasuke. I'll whip you into shape for the next date."

"Next-?"

"No questions, just do as I say!"

And so, his real training was to begin.

"Hinata-sama, you… don't honestly want me to wear this…do you?" I looked at myself in detest, seeing my reflection.

"Why not Neji-nii? It suits you. Besides, this'll only be for today." My cousin bent down to straighten the hem of my dress.

"But, Hinata-sama-"

"Pleaaaaaasssse?" She asked, looking up at me with that face of hers. I found it extremely difficult to say no.

"Fine," I muttered. She seemed delighted at my acceptance and continued to fuss over the tiniest details on me. "But…why are we doing this again?"

"Just for fun," she said with a playful smile.

"Okay, okay." Well, she doesn't look any depressed as far as I can tell. If this makes her happy, so be it. I sighed. The things you do for a cousin.

"Oh my goodness, such a beauty! Dare I say it; you are even almost as beautiful as Sakura-san! The man with the bowl-cut hairdo bended down on one knee and took my hand in his. "And may I ask where you came from my fair lady?" He winked at me, sending a heart my way. I slapped at it, causing it to fly elsewhere.

This…is her idea of fun?

I glanced over at my once-bashful cousin, who simply grinned. Standing next to her was a girl of Chinese descent with a certain trademark hairdo. She imitated Hinata-sama and simply waved at me. It was at that moment that I figured it out.

That meatball-head was the one who talked my cousin into this, talking me into it too. I looked back down at my former teammate, who still held my hand.

"Ah beautiful flower, your skin is as translucent as a white-lily. Even in the darkest of nights do you still glow. I heard all about you from a companion of mine and her description of you was amazingly accurate. I would love to date you." He leaned down, ready to kiss my hand. I shuddered at the thought andbrought down my fist onthe top of his head.

Who the hell would date you? "You idiot, it's me." I used my arm to wipe off the make-up I had had appliedto my face by Hinata-sama.

"N-N-N-Neji! Y-you're a cross-dresser? He exclaimed. I hit him once again, causing him to land flat on his back.

"G-Gomen," he sputtered.

"Of course not. Tenten and Hinata-sama merely tricked us both." I ripped off the white dress I had worn and the shawl along with it. Lee took this in for a bit and thought about it.

"That's horrible of them!" he exclaimed finally.

It was then that Hinata-sama and Tenten ran up to us.

"Neji, why did you rip that dress?" Tenten asked, placing her hands on her hips. She pouted at me.

"I'm sorry, Neji-nii. You're not mad are you? Tenten begged me to talk you into it and-"

"You little brat! Trying to put the blame on me!" The brunette began chasing the other girl around playfully. Hinata-sama was smiling as she ran away from Tenten. I couldn't help but do the same.

I don't care what it takes, as long as she's happy.

We both tumbled playfully onto the bed, our giggles suppressed by the knock from the neighbors next door.

"That's Yamato-san. She doesn't like me." Hinata giggled. I was lying down next to her on my side. She faced me in the same position. A silence overcame us. I opened my mouth, being the first to speak.

"Hey Hinata, I heard from some of the village girls that Naruto and Sakura are together. Is...that okay with you?" I stared into her eyes, hoping to find some sort of reaction. She stared at me blankly for a bit, blinking. I waited.

"I…I don't really care anymore," she said finally, closing her eyes, and then opening them. "When I see him, my heart doesn't beat as fast as it used to. And I don't get nervous either." She focused her gaze on me. "Is that a sign of improvement?"

I tried thinking this over carefully. She was cheated on by someone she adored for years and now she doesn't even care anymore? I don't think that's possible. I'd still be hung up on that person if I was in a situation like this, but then again…I'm not Hinata. "I…guess so."

She smiled at me. "Good. Besides, you can't hold on to the past forever you know?"

"Yeah. You're right."

I reached for her hand and held it in mine. The both of us drifted off into a deep sleep.

A/N: Hi everyone! It's been a while since i've updated this story, soi'm not really remembering my plans for it...much. This might take a while, since i've got such a short-term memory. lol. Ah, this chapter was supposed to be a break for u all. Though, i'm not sure if it helped, but i do hope it did. I was planning to stay away from all that Drama stuff, but i sadly couldn't. My hands just kept typing with my one-track mind. Do forgive me.

And NO. Tenten is not GAY or lesbian or whatever. I'm just trying to show some more of the Naruto cast and the roles they play in the story. So yea. Well, iguess that's all...i think.

Next update: Whenever the time comes. hee.

Oh yea, and if u see any mistakes, that'sMY fault. Blame my wonderful beta-reader and die a horrible death! lol. jk. Later everyone.