chapter 11 wow were on eleven already? Well I best get to typin ^__^

Disclaimer: Masashi Kishimoto own Naruto

Chapter 11: The Cricket's Lullaby

"S-sai! What are you doing???"

I stuttered and tried to squirm away. But his hands held a tight grip on my waist. He continued on and on lapping his scorching tongue in, around and out of my belly button.

"No...Sai- SAI!"

I grabbed his head with my hands and forced him to look at me. (My face I mean)

"What is it Naruto-kun?"

He seemed blank void of many emotions. He could be like that from time to time so it wasn't a surprise to me.

"You can't do this Sai! I have school tomorrow! And-, and I don't think this is the right thing to do!"

He licked his lips and cuddled into my stomach.

I awkwardly had my hands hovering up, not daring to touch him any longer than I had to.

"Mmmm... warm."

This wasn't right! It didn't feel right! I mean- we weren't even going out for pete's sake!

Although the whole thing did make me a little sad. Sai was so affectionate. Unlike a certain Uchiha boy I know who must not be named.

His hands were feather light, and his emotions seemed in check. He was stable.

Sai as my lover? A boyfriend?

It was all to soon for this. I grabbed my head with my shaking hands and attempted to squeezed my skull. The boy beneath me let go of the hug and moved back a couple inches. I muttered a thanx.

"I guess it's the right thing to do. It's just... I feel like if I keep going now I'll never stop. And I don't want to."

"I do though. Give me a minute."

He grabbed my hand and kissed it.

Just then, my phone vibrated. Sending un-needed jolts to my tight jeans.

"Ugh. Who is it now?"

I fished for my cell in the tight crevice of my pocket and pulled out the orange device.

Kiba: Dude, can we talk?

I tilted my head in confusion. What would Kiba need to talk to me about? I looked from my phone back to the person in front of me. Now seemed like a better time than any to leave this heated house.

Sai seemed to understand my thoughts and stood up. I followed him to the elevator door and he placed in his key.

I didn't expect him to walk in with me but he did.

The silence was deafening as we waited for the bottom. When was this elevator so slow? We were about two thirds down before he turned to me and said sincerely.

"At least think about this. About us. I've liked you for a long time you know."

The elevator door clacked open and I quickly stepped out, looking back at his solemn face. He muttered one word before the doors began to close again, sending him back to an empty apartment.

"Please"

Time Skip~~~`

I walked outside the sliding doors and finally flipped my phone back open.

Naruto: Sure, where at?

I was walking in the direction of my home.

Kiba: Um, well- I'm already at your house.

Strange. But more convenient for me. So I kept walking down the street, thankful that I was only a couple blocks from my home.

Naruto: Cool. I'm almost there.

The brief moments I spent walking back were enough for me to clear my head. So many things were happening in so little time. I only hope that what Kiba sais won't be too serious.

I recalled the past couple days of school, finally remembering that we haven't even seen much of each other those past couple days. We we're usually inseparable.

I finally made it to my house and saw him sitting on my porch. As soon as he saw me he stood up and headed for my door.

I nodded at him and past him with only minimal touching. He seemed a little on edge right now. And when I opened the door he quickly stepped in and started to pace around. I stared at him while taking a seat in my couch getting comfy in it's old worn in cushions.

"Alright Kiba, I'm all ears."

He looked at me momentarily for a second but looked away even quicker. I could clearly see he was nervous and had a dry throat.

"Look, uh- I'll get you some water and go change clothes. You try and gather your thoughts."

He nodded furiously and seemed grateful for the free moments of privacy.

I was truly confused. What would make him that on edge? I switched into some button up pajamas and walked into the kitchen to get a cold glass of water. I looked over secretly towards him and was relieved to find him sitting on the sofa looking much more orientated. I walked over and handed him the glass of ice water.

"Here, drink this. Then tell me what's wrong. You look like you've seen the grim reaper."

His hasty gulps were one sign he was still on edge but at least he wasn't sweating any more. I decided to take my spot next to him.

"So, what's going on?"

"Um, well... I don't know how to put it. This situation seems like such a waste of time! But- but I can't hold it in any more!"

He looked me in the eyes, his obvious blush showing vulnerability. I waited silently for him to go on.

"I'll start first by saying I'm sorry for avoiding you the past couple days, I've just been- clearing my thoughts."

I nodded slowly.

"Naruto it's just- just that-,"

I leaned in urging for him to continue.

"I-I was the one that kissed you!"

My eyes widened as I quickly fell back landing on the softer side cushion.
No doubt my face was ablaze.

"It- That was you?"

After hastily gulping down the last of his water he then nodded and faced his lap.

"But...why?"

"I DON'T KNOW! I just had saw you on the bench after school one day and had this urge to be near you! Then all of a sudden I was kissing you and you kinda kissed back! It felt so good Naruto! My body wouldn't let me stop no matter what my head was thinking!"

He started covering his face trying to hide his imminent blush. It was kinda cute in a way.

"I- I couldn't stop thinking about you after that one time! The laundromat, and the day at school you were wearing that...outfit! I try not to think this way but it seems like I have no control of anything any more!"

My eyes stayed wide for a moment, before I slumped back into the side of the sofa almost flat on my back and closed my eyes.

I really needed a nap. Silence dragged on for a while.

"So, does that mean you like me?"

I finally asked him after several minutes.

"Yeah, I think I do."

My mind juggled it's contense. First Sai, now Kiba too? Were there any non-gay people around me?

Still though, I got the same feeling I did at Sai's house that I did here with the thought of us. Kiba understood me, I mean- he was there for me more times then I could remember. We really did make a good team.

'But what about a couple?'

The room was silent and I gave an exasperated sigh. He took this as a bad thing and stood up.

"Look. I'm sorry I said those things earlier man. It was all a joke...Forget about it..."

His fake smile pained me. I felt like he could crumple at any moment.

He tried laughing and started to turn away towards the door.

I didn't know what to do. So many choices strewn before me. I almost didn't notice him turn the knob to leave. I quickly sat up jumping to a standing position.

He was out the door walking away very slowly. I called out to him reaching out my hand.

"Kiba!"

He pathetically tried to pull away but failed miserably.

His feet weren't trying to walk away but he kept his face turned away.

My keen sense of hearing noticed he was grinding his teeth.

And that's when I noticed he had started crying. I was at a loss for a moment. But that didn't mean I wanted to lose anybody.

"Look Kiba... I don't have a definite answer to what you said but-!"

His face turned toward me tentatively with slight hope in their depths. He sniffled slightly and wiped his eyes with his sleeve.

"Huh?"

I looked down trying to hide my embarrassed features.

"I don't want to say no so... I guess that means there's a possibility?"

Uncertainty dripped from my voice but it seemed void to him. All he knew was that he was not rejected.

I was waiting for him so say something but since he didn't I tried to peek with my eyes looking up slowly. I let go of his hand knowing he now wouldn't run away and he walked closer to me.

He guided my chin up with his hand and smiled before crashing his lips onto mine. It felt soft, and searing.

Now I was the warm one. My eyes closed as the familiar bolts of electricity sprang through me. Secure in a way. But the boldness suddenly faded as the kiss broke even though it lasted for a long time. He lowered his hand and hugged me, whispering in my ear:

"Thank you."

And just like that he turned around and ran home. I slumped down on my open door frame.

"What have I gotten myself into Kyu?"

I waited for his reply but it seemed he was only willing to talk once I calmed down.

"It's human nature kid, deal with it."

'I'm having teenage problems and all you can tell me is some crappy "Chicken Soup for the Soul" excerpt?!' (1)

I covered my face with my hand and went inside. I decided I needed a bath and some sleep. School was still tomorrow in fact.

I went through regular bathroom motions quickly.

But as soon as I dropped my head down on my pillow, I couldn't keep the thoughts from crashing down my body like a tsunami.

I shivered in fear, ecstasy, and anxiety.

What was going to happen to me?

My best friends just confessed to me! What would you do in this situation? I felt so helpless with my emotions.

I didn't know if I liked, or didn't like anyone! It's like how girls have mood swings or something! And I am no girl!

'Pft. You might as well be.'

'Shut the hell up Kyuubi! I'm trying to sleep!'

I remembered the kiss, the kisses, the hugs, the affection. The warm tight ball in my throat glided to my belly sending butterfly's.

I took a deep breath and concentrated on sleep. My emotions could go on forever, but physically I needed sleep. So I slowly kept my thoughts at bay by counting sheep. Who ever said doing that actually helps is a liar.

Tonight was gonna be a long night.

~~~~~Continue~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I was walking into a fancy ball room. It looked just like it did in one of those medieval movies. All glittery and regal. People we laughing along and sipping their wine, having a jolly good time. The music was classical as I saw several pairs glide across the floor in a waltz.

My attire was that of the other men, black tux and all. The only thing that separated me from the others was the bright red carnation placed in my hair. It shone brightly as I walked around the room.

I seemed to be looking for somebody. I continued walking around a gigantic grand hall, searching left and right. I kept walking around the castle, until I reached a beautiful serene garden.

I sadly sat down on a stone seat and sighed.

"What brings you here in this endless night?"

I looked up seeing a tall figure all cloaked in black. He wore a mask hiding his features.

Although I tried to speak, words wouldn't come out. The gentleman took my hand and kissed it lightly.

"I've looked every where to find you love."

'LOVE?! Who said I had a lover?!'

Once again my words failed me and I just blushed and jerked my face away. The rose bushes surrounded us in a secluded chamber.

"UN-hand him you beast!"

Another gallant figure jumped out from behind the bushes and slapped the hand away from mine.

I managed to wiggle over to the side of the bench and watch the scene unfold.

The two masked figures seemed to be having an argument, I didn't pay much attention to it though. Things were weird enough as it is.

In a flash- they both turned to me. And stalked over.

The first one grabbed my hand kneeling to the grassy floor. Talking in a hasty tone:

"Naruto my dearest , you love me don't you? Remember the wonderful vacation in the Caribbean?"

The other one shoved the first out the way, kissing both my cheeks and pleading.

"Don't listen to this nonsense! We consummated our love under the starry sky last night didn't we my darling?"

'What the hell is going on?!'

I was about to scream when a figure in white appeared out from behind riding a white stallion. His face too, was covered with a silver mask.

"Why would he spend his time with you two? Our love is stronger than any bond your trying to break! Deeper than the oceans! Ongoing and complex like the universe! Our romance is eternal pleasure!"

The garden was silent for a moment except for the crickets playing the nights lullaby. I looked at all three men. Staring at me through hidden faces,and they all said in unison:

"So Naruto, who do you choose?"

I woke up sweaty and confused.

'What the hell kind of dream was that?!'

End of Chapter 11

Well everyone I'm glad you've waited this long for my story even though I'm practically dead! Sorry I haven't been writing often enough! ___ forgive me and I'll write even more next time! Well I won't keep rambling, plz read an review and I'll write as soon as possible!

(1) Chicken Soup for the Soul is a really good book series. There's special books for different kinds of ppl. (like for teenagers, animal luvers, and adults ect.) It's a collaboration of real life stories ppl submitted and put into one book. You really should try reading some! (I recommend "Chicken Soup for the Teenagers Soul" ;p)