Nobody has ever heard of this pairing! (I think) You won't be disappointed, I swear. Just a simple one shot that...I didn't really give thought to. Just coming out along the way. Sorry ^^'

Pairing: Ami/Neji

Please enjoy, Minna! ^_^

Ami Mizuno gasped for some air. Gai-sensei had his team train hard for the upcoming Chunin Exams. Ami tried to work very hard to make up for being the second smartest on the team. 'I'm not very competitive, but I feel a bit jealous that I'm not the smartest!' It was true. Ami was even smarter than Shikamaru and Sasuke!

Neji stared intently at her. It was very strange that she intrigued him. No really! He didn't really care for some girls because they were too obsessed with love. Ami, on the other hand, didn't seem to care for love. She was always either reading old Konoha scrolls or practicing jutsus. She just interested him.

"Training can end now, young students! Tenten, work on your accuracy a little bit. Neji, amazing job as usual! Ami, you're not too far behind. And Lee!" They turned to each other, star-eyed.

"Ugh, this again?" Neji frowned. He hated all that mushy-gushy stuff.

"It must be nice to have someone to be so passionate with," Ami giggled lightly. Tenten also laughed with her. Neji just rolled his eyes.

"There's a difference between affection and plain stupid love." Ami stopped her giggling and looked at him. 'He's right actually. Love isn't something for me...' "Well, love is..." she looked down. The other two kept watching in confusion as a sunset suddenly appeared behind the sensei and student.

Later, Ami and Tenten walked down the street to Ichiraku's. Tenten babbled about Tanabata coming up and Ami had her nose buried in a book.

"And I picked out this gorgeous kimono that compliments my eyes, and this amazing necklace to go along...Hey, Ami? You there?" Tenten joked.

"O-oh? Sorry, Tenten. I'm just reading on tips for the Chunin Exams."

"C'mon Ami! You have to think about Tanabata, stop studying for once!"

"I'm sorry, Tenten. I just don't want to lose! You know I want to be as good as my mom. After I'm a Chunin, I'll focus on medical studies."

"I get how you're showing that you're a strong female, but I just wish you were more open..." Tenten sat on a stool and Ami did the same.

"You have to be going to Tanabata at least, right?" Ami blushed. Tanabata made her think of a fun day...for couples. And Ami wasn't a romantic girl. The only times she ever got a love letter, she broke into rashes! (This is actually true)

"I don't know. I don't have a...*whispers* date!" Tenten laughed. "No worries, my dear Ami! We shall find you a date! And maybe a new kimono too?" Ami sighed. Tanabata was now inevitable.

The next day, Ami sat against a log. She had somehow been suckered into reading a book on dating tips. She was alone so that she wouldn't die of embarrassment. The book was very informative to beginners, but it didn't matter. Ami was doomed to forever be shy and nerdy.

Chapter 2: Conversations

When talking to a boy, it's always good to be polite.

Never act like a slut, unless he likes that behavior.

Don't worry if you don't know what to say, we have samples here.

"Hello, (Name)-san"

"I'm fine, how are you?"

"That's good to hear."

"No, I wouldn't like any, but thank you anyways."

"Yes, I'd like one."

"What have you been doing recently?"

When you are confident, try practicing your own conversations.

Ami took a deep breath. "Okay, here I go. But, who should I pretend to talk to? " She blushed heavily. "I guess Neji, because he's my team mate."

"Hello, Neji-san. How are you?" Neji's voice played in her mind.

'Hello, Ami-san. How are you doing tonight?'

"Fine, thank you for asking. And you?"

'Hm. I'm fine as well. That's a nice kimono you're wearing. (Woah, where did that come from?)

"Th-thank you, Neji-san. I like your yukata."

'Don't be so shy, it's not like you really like me or anything.'

"But...I know, but what if I did?"

'If you liked me? In a friend way or in a romantic way?'

"I'm not romantic at all, but I've also never been in love."

'What if...I liked you back? You're different than other girls.'

"I am? *blush* But I'm just like your cousin, Hinata! I'm just shy and withdrawn."

'So? I like girls like that.'

Ami sighed and closed the book. "That would never happen." "Why not?" A voice suddenly asked. She slowly turned around. "Neji-san!" Neji's lavender eyes studied her pink cheeks and wide blue eyes. 'I thought she didn't like anyone? But she also said my name...she likes me?'

"I didn't notice you! I'm so sorry, if you want me to leave so you can train-" He walked up to her. "It's fine, I'm not training at the moment. Hey, are you going to Tanabata?"

"Well, Tenten's making me go-"

"Figures. See you at 8." He walked away and left a red Ami. 'D-did he just...ask me out?'

Finally, Tanabata arrived. The streets smelled of dumplings and pork. The chants of happy people filled the street up, too. Ami looked for the umpteenth time at her reflection. Her hair had a beautiful white flower pinned in. Her kimono was a nice light blue and had an orange obi. "I hope I look okay..." She turned to leave. The second the walked out, purple eyes met hers.

"Ami-san...you look beautiful!" Neji said, blushing lightly. Ami blushed as well.

"Thank you, Neji-san." They walked to where everyone was celebrating. It turned out to be very fun. Lee went with Sakura and ended up with a big knot on his head, Sasuke went with Rei and they seemed perfect, Naruto was shyly asking Usagi to hang out with him, Shikamaru and Makoto were busy napping, and Kiba was with a dazzled Minako. The night was filled with laughs, shouting, food, spilt juice, and kisses. But finally it was time to go home.

"I had a good time, Neji-kun!" Ami smiled. He smirked at her.

"No Neji-kun?" Ami realized it and blushed. "It's fine, Ami-chan." "Ami-chan?" Now he had to blush. "Did that book say how to end a perfect date?"

"I didn't get-" Neji leaned down and kissed Ami. It was her first kiss and it was amazing. 'Maybe love and romance...really are great things!' Neji pulled away and hugged her. "See you, kanojo." Ami blushed the king of all blushes at that moment.

Haha! 2 one shots in 2 days! I actually like how this turned out! And yes, Ami really is allergic to love letters.

Kanojo means girlfriend, by the way. 0_-