Patience Chapter 15 Thoughts

I have been really sick these past few days which is why i couldn't think, therefore couldn't type. I have a really small chapter today just to get things moving. Also for some reason fanfiction wouldn't let me post my chapter which also delayed it.

Disclaimer: Nope, don't own Naruto.

"Man! What is with these freakin long hallways?" Naruto walked through the huge Hyuga compound, completely lost. Scratching his head, he looked around for any trace of humanity, before hearing voices. Halting his movements, Naruto leaned behind a door next to him and placed his ear on it. He heard a laugh in the distance. Thinking he could ask for help, Naruto opened the door, and stopped. In front of him, Hinata and some guy were talking. He quickly hid behind the door and peaked at them. They were talking ad Hinata was beaming brightly. He suddenly reached his hand and stroked Hinata's cheek. She looked extremely surprised and he moved his hand to take hers and kissed it. Naruto felt a sudden twinge. He scowled slightly when Haru leaned forward and whispered something in Hinata's ear, and squeezed his hand into a fist. He wanted to punch a wall but kept himself from doing so. The man let go of Hinata's hand and swept away, walking towards Naruto's direction. The blond ninja leaned back so Haru could not see him as he walked by. As Haru walked by, he glanced at Naruto and gave a smile, much like one if Sai's fake ones.

Hinata sat down, in a dazed expression. What had just happened? Haru's words had confused her. Sure, he had complimented her but Hinata didn't hold feelings for him. More like she couldn't hold feelings for him. So why was her heart beating so fast? She heard shuffled footsteps behind her and looked back to see Naruto standing above her. She brightened up immediately.

"N-naruto-kun!"

Naruto stayed silent and helped Hinata up. Puzzled, the lavender haired woman looked into Naruto's eyes but he quickly dropped his gaze.

"Let's Go." He gripped Hinata's hand tightly and led her towards the party. Hinata stayed silent, wondering what exactly had happened to Naruto. For the rest of the party, they both stayed away from each other. Naruto avoided her gaze each time. He strided towards Neji ad stood next to him.

"It's not gonna work." He said, keeping his gaze ahead."

Neji looked at Naruto before answering.
"Of course it's gonna work. The plan was that i would get you into this party as a suitor. All you had to do was be there and she would pick you. Even if the elders say no, Hinata's choice still counts."

"I know...but she doesn't love me. I just saw her with that other guy. I'm sure that she has feelings for him."

Neji wanted to smack his face. Hinata-sama has always loved you, you dolt! If only you're thick head would realize that.

"Anyway, you don't have to worry. I'm sure she will pick you."

"But how can you be so sure?"

"Trust me, I know."

This was the shortest chapter i have written. Hopefully next week will be longer.

~TheJollyHyuga