It seemed as if time had slowed itself down as I sat there holding her in my arms. I questioned myself, was this a dream? It seemed too good to be true. But I realized it wasn't, everything was real. My embrace tightened on her, I didn't ever want to let her go. I loved everything about her, the way she smelled like lavender, how her skin glowed like the moon and silk didn't come close to what her hair felt like. Her smile, her voice, her laugh, I loved all of her. Even her shy personality, which many people, saw as a flaw… But to me it was what made Hinata, Hinata. Besides, it was hard nowadays to find a girl like her.

"Hey Hinata…" I said trying to break the silence. The only reply I got was the pattering rain on the rooftop, and then I realized she fell asleep right on me. "You really don't know how to give me a break do you?" I laughed silently.

I relaxed myself against the wall knowing that she wasn't going to wake up anytime soon. I could have waken her up, but who would pass up a moment like this?

"God, you must think this is funny…" I sighed. It was like Naruto was unintentionally rubbing it in my face, and God was there helping him out. Sheesh, this world really is a cruel place! "Here's the girl I love sleeping right on me, but I can't even do anything because she's in love someone else…"

Just then I felt her squirming her way up to me, when I looked down I realized her face was mere inches away from mine. Her lips were parted slightly, as if readying herself for a kiss. I was a bit confused at first but moved in closer, decreasing the space between us. She wouldn't mind if I kissed her right? She was the one who wanted this… I was just giving it to her, there's no harm in that. Why would she be doing it other wise? My mind was crowded with thoughts, I wanted to kiss her; but at the same time, I knew it was wrong. Our lips were barely two inches away from each other; I waited in desperation as she closed the distance between us.

"Naruto-kun…" She whispered over my lips. I turned away as my heart sank deep within my chest. I should've known better, I don't get why I even try. Hinata could never look at me the way she did with Naruto. If only I realized the way I felt about her, then maybe things could have ended differently. I would be the one… The one who'd protect her when she was scared, the one who would hold her close and never let her go, the one to keep the promises they made with her, the one who would wipe her tears away, to stand behind her all the way so she'd never fall… To be the guy who would love her fully like no other man could. I wanted to be the reason why she'd never look for love again.

My eyes suddenly teaared up as I held Hinata for one last time before waking her up. "The rain stopped… So let's go home. "

"Nnh… Kiba-kun, I'm so sorry for falling asleep on you!" She replied while quickly getting off of me. I watched as she stood, seemed like she didn't remember anything that happened a couple minutes ago. I was safe for now.

"When haven't you fallen asleep on me? It's okay, I'm used to it by now." I laughed, trying to lighten up the mood. Hinata just blushed at my response.

She quickly walked out of the shed leaving me behind. I stood there thinking about what would happen if she really did hear me, and judging by the way she walked out of here… It kind of seemed like she heard what I said… The good thing about it would be that at least she knew my feelings, the bad thing; how would she take it? I sighed while making me my out of the shed, taking one last look at where we once lay.

"It's really cold…" Hinata whispered to herself while staring out into the distance. Then she felt someone place something onto her shoulders. "Kiba-kun…?"

"Take it, you need it more than me." I smiled back. "I don't want you catching a cold."

"But then you'll get sick…" She quickly replied.

"Nah, don't worry. I'm strong, remember?"

She just giggled back and nodded.

Both of us walked together, side-by-side just enjoying each other's company. It was silent, but surprisingly not awkward. At least she didn't ask me about why I lashed out in class today, so it was a good thing. But in the back of my mind, I'll admit it though; I secretly wanted her to talk to me about it. As I was so caught up in my thinking I didn't notice as she shyly turned to stare at me, concern plastered all over her porcelain visage.

"Kiba-kun, what's wrong?"

"Well, you really want to know? I like this girl a lot, but you see… She has the hots for this undeserving guy."

"Is that why you got mad today?"

"Yeah, plus to make it even worse. I used to be really great friends with her, but now the guy's stealing her away from me. I don't know what to do."

"Seize the day, win her heart. Don't give up! I'm rooting for you Kiba."

Easier said than done… I thought. "I guess you wouldn't mind."

"Of course I wouldn't… I want you to be happy."

She smiled reassuringly while grabbing onto both of my hands. Hinata held them and stared at me straight in the eyes. "You should tell her how you feel… Because it's better to try, than just giving up. Remember, whenever I doubted myself. You were always there, giving me the push I needed. You told me not give up because you were there rooting for me all the way. Now's it's my turn to give you the push you need."

I stared at her in silence and slowly looked down at our hands. I hid my face from her closing my eyes tightly; debating whether or not right now was the perfect moment to tell her. Because I realized Hinata was right; I still had a chance and I should really take it! I moved my hands as my head shot up to look at her. My eyes gazing intensely into hers, I gripped onto her hands tightly and said…

"I'm in love with you…"

It was then, the day was seized. Too bad I didn't know what I was getting myself into.

See you in the next chapter!