A/N: Neji's coming, and more than that will happen in this chapter. Sorry, but after this, I'm going to slow it down. When you're reading this, remember that they're both sixteen year olds, falling in love for the first time.
Chapter Four: Eyes on Me
---------------------Flashback. October 10th, 10:00 PM, Hokage Cemetary--------------------
Naruto had just finished reading his father's last letter. Tsunade watched the young shinobi by his parent's graves. As he stood, he spoke.
"Tsunade-baa-chan! I need to go get ready for the lake. Can I go now?"
Tsunade nodded, and held out a small envelope.
"Instructions on how to start the Uzumaki clan once more. As the last Uzumaki, you have the authority and the right to claim the clan house of your family. This was your father's dying wish. Use it well, Naruto. Now go to your new home and prepare to meet Hinata."
-------------------------------------October 11th, Midnight, the Lake-------------------------------
Naruto and Hinata lay on the blanket, side by side, hand in hand. He loved her, and she loved him. Never did he imagine that the once dark and shy Hinata would be his first love. Never did Hinata imagine that the man she loved would be here with her, under the stars. She slowly nudged him with her head, and their eyes met once more, and the raven haired woman put her head on his chest. Naruto wrapped an arm around her, and softly ran his fingers through her hair. Hinata slowly closed her eyes, as did Naruto. He took his jacket and softly draped it over her upper body. They both fell asleep there on the mountaintop, watched by Neji.
---------------------------Flashback, October 11th, Noon, Hyuga Compund----------------------
Hyuga Hiashi stood in the main gathering hall of the clan house, venting his rage at his nephew, Neji.
"I want that bitch found and brought back here! Do you understand me Neji? Find her, and bring her back!"
Neji had no intention of doing that. Hinata knew what he was really doing. He was secretly dating Tenten. He had been for a year, and he was never happier. Neji had secretly devised a plan with the help of his friends. He was to bear the wrath of Hiashi just a bit longer. The plan was to find Hinata, and warn her of Hiashi's true intentions. To do so, he needed the help of Kiba, Lee, Sakura and Tenten. Kiba tracked her and Naruto all day. The restaurant was Lee and Sakura's job. Hinata had insulted Sakura because of Naruto. Neji had followed the pair up to the lake, and that's where he saw them.
------------------------------------------End of Flashback---------------------------------------------
The Hyuga boy softly walked to them, and shook them awake gently.
"Hinata, Naruto. I have bad news."
The pair had stirred and Hinata sat up. Naruto opened one eye and saw Neji standing there, a stern look on his face.
"Neji-nii-san! What are you doing here?"
"Hiashi wants you gone Naruto. And he wants to seal Hinata and sell her off to another family. He has always hated you Naruto. We'll keep him off of you for the time being, but you need to find a way to keep you and Hinata together. By law, he has no right to hurt either of you. She's an Uzumaki clan member now, not a Hyuga. I'm being followed, so I can't tell you everything. But I do approve of your decision. Just treat her right Naruto. That's all I ask. You two should probably go to a neighboring village and wait for me there."
Naruto and Hinata quickly stood and dressed. They had fallen asleep in their swimsuits. Naruto picked her up in his arms, and disappeared into the night, talking back over his shoulder.
"I don't know what's going on, but I owe you one Neji. We'll be in the curry place we were at when we fought Raiga. You come and tell us when it's safe. Don't worry; I'll protect Hinata with my life."
Neji watched them flee, and turned to face the wrath of the one who had followed him. He turned to face the wrath of his uncle, Hyuga Hiashi. He was prepared for the worst, the caged bird seal. Instead, he looked into his uncle's face, and the last thing he saw was his uncle's fingers in his heart, as he lost consciousness from Hiashi's Jyuuken. He thought as he blacked out into unconsciousness. Take care of her Naruto.
---------------------------October 13th, 7:30 AM, Unknown Village-----------------------------
Naruto and Hinata had their romantic first night together cut short by the sudden arrival of Neji and Hiashi. They were determined to stay together, no matter what. Naruto had said he would protect her with his life. He had promised not just Neji, but Hinata as well.
'Hey, Kyuubi. We have a problem. Any advice you can give me?'
"Get a place to stay kid. Just put it on the Uzumaki account. You should be able to convince them. And then go have some fun and lighten up. Neji looked like death. Don't tell Hinata, but he might be dying of malnutrition. And try and get some clean water in you. All the crap you drink is ramen broth."
'Thanks. Will do.'
Hinata was worried about what Neji had said. He wanted to sell her? Like hell he will, thought the Hyuga girl. She turned to look into Naruto's eyes.
"Naruto-kun. Where are we going?"
"We're going to rent a room. After that, we're going to have breakfeast together and celebrate us being a couple. There."
He sat her on her feet, and kissed her cheek. Hinata blushed, and slowly closed her eyes, still sleepy from their flight from Konoha. It had been two days since they had slept, but she felt safe with Naruto. He was talking with the innkeeper, and came back with a room key.
"We'll stay here. Come on, I'll carry you up to the room. You look exhausted Hinata. I promise you, after this, you can sleep all you want."
He swept her off her feet again, and she pressed her head into his warm muscular chest. He opened the door to their room, and laid her on the bed. She was very sleepy, and he decided to just let her sleep. He was yawning to, and lay face down next to her.
-----------------------------------------October 13th, 8:37 PM----------------------------------------
Hinata awoke late that night. She had slept very well, and saw Naruto still asleep next to her. She climbed out of the bed slowly, and turned on the shower. She wanted to change out of her dirty clothes. The Hyuga woman had always been concerned about her hygiene. She quickly showered and changed into fresh clothes, leaving the jacket off. Naruto stirred as she sat on the edge of the bed.
"Naruto-kun, can we go out and have some fun? It's been so long since I did anything with you."
Naruto sat up and hugged her.
"Alright. Let me shower and we'll go out."
The Hyuga nodded, and watched him disappear into the shower. He came out a few minutes later, and looked at her eyes.
"Let's go out and have some fun. I know a place where we can get some food and drinks. Shall we?"
Hinata stood and walked into the bathroom, and slipped into a long flowing red dress, that was tight around the waist. It showed of a little of her cleavage and the curves of her waist. She took off her ninja sandals and put on low red heels and put on soft black eyeliner, and she walked out with a slight blush on her face. Naruto's eyes widened and he slipped into his father's suit.
"Shall we go, Lady Hinata?"
"Yes, let's Naruto-kun."
They left the room hand in hand, and went to the only open restaurant in the village, a small bar. He sat next to her, and accidentally ran into the bar.
"Ouch!"
Hinata giggled as a soft song started to play. Naruto held his hand out.
"May I have this dance Hinata?"
The beautiful Hyuga slid from her seat and took his hand, and he put his hands on her waist, while she put her arms around his neck. The songstress softly sang, and their eyes met as she sang.
Whenever sang my songs
On the stage, on my own
Whenever said my words
Wishing they would be heard
I saw you smiling at me
Was it real or just my fantasy?
You'd always be there in the corner
Of this tiny little bar
My last night here for you
Same old songs, just once more
My last night here with you?
Maybe yes, maybe no
I kind of liked it your way
How you shyly placed your eyes on me
Did you ever know
That I had mine on you?
Darling, so there you are
With that look on your face
As if you're never hurt
As if you're never down
Shall I be the one for you
Who pinches you softly but sure
If frown is shown then
I will know that you are no dreamer
So let me come to you
Close as I want to be
Close enough for me
To feel your heart beating fast
And stay there as I whisper
How I love your peaceful eyes on me
Did you ever know
That I had mine on you?
Darling, so share with me
Your love if you have enough
Your tears if you're holding back
Or pain if that's what it is
How can I let you know
I'm more than the dress and the voice
Just reach me out then
You will know that you're not dreaming
Darling, so there you are
With that look on your face
As if you're never hurt
As if you're never down
Shall I be the one for you
Who pinches you softly but sure
If frown is shown then I will know
that you are no dreamer
She sang it again, and Naruto and Hinata found themselves slowly moving their mouths to each others. Naruto held, and Hinata completed the kiss, and he brought a hand to her cheek softly, and they held that first magical kiss for about a minute, before they softly pulled away, keeping their eyes fixed together the entire time.
TO BE CONTINUED…
A/N: Well, there you have it. First kiss. The song was Eyes on Me, by Faye Wong. Sorry if it's going fast. And to answer any questions, yes, Hiashi will get what's coming to him.