A/N: Sorry for the late update. This chapter will be long to make up for the late update. Like I promised, this chapter's going to be mainly on Neji's POV. It's my first time writing from a guy's POV, so, forgive me it isn't good. Thanks and enjoy!
Chapter 6 – The Very First Time
"Daddy, when will mommy be back?" asked Tera with her cute little toddler voice.
"Probably tomorrow. Or the night after. Your aunt Hinata doesn't want to be alone," said Neji, who obviously doesn't like that TenTen wasn't beside him.
Why does TenTen have to go? There's Sakura and Ino to look after Hinata. It's no big deal. She's just giving birth!
"What are you telling us today?" asked Nathan, "Can you tell us something different? What mom has told us are all about friends and stuffs."
"What do you want to know?"
"Something romantic!" suggested little Tera.
Woahh…. Didn't know my children would be this romantic! Good, Good! Just make sure TenTen doesn't know this. I'll probably turn into a pin cushion.
"Ok, then. I'll tell you about my first date," said Neji, "Just make sure you don't accidentally tell your mom."
"We promise, dad!" said Nathan, suddenly looking very happy.
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"GO, NEJI! GO NEJI! GO NEJI! GOOOOOO! Ask her before it's tooo late!" encouraged Naruto.
"Naruto, don't shout. I can hear you perfectly," said Neji.
"You really should hurry. She'll be here any minute!" said Lee.
Thanks a lot, Lee. That just makes me more nervous.
"Now, just chill. Don't make this more troublesome then it is. Just go to her, make sure she's in a good mood and ask her," said (you've guessed it) Shikamaru.
Neji raised his eyebrows. Shikamaru groaned.
"It's not that difficult. When I asked Ino, she was kinda silent and had this horror-struck face. I braced myself for a punch, but she squealed. Oh, and talking about squealing, be careful when that comes. It's totally annoying. Back to the story. She squealed and hugged me, saying 'yes yes yes! I never thought you'd ask me!'"
"That easy? I don't think TenTen is like Ino, Shikamaru," said Neji.
That stupid Nara. I don't know why they call him a genius. I need to know how to ask her. Not what happened to him! Why can't he get that????!!!
"Well, at my time. I just went to Hinata after the training and asked if she was free on Saturday. She said she was. So, I just asked her if she wants to go out with me," said Kiba. (A/N: surprised?? I'll explain everything later!)
"Easy for you. It's Hinata! Of course she'll say yes. Since she is all shy and timid," said Neji.
Wow.. how come my cousin got hooked up first? Kiba's a lucky dude!
"Everyone HIDE! TenTen's coming! Quick quick!" warned Naruto. Then addressing to Neji, "Good luck, Neji! Be confident. I'm sure she likes you too. She might not give you the answer instantly, but don't worry too much!"
"Just. Go," said Neji.
"Hi, Neji! Sorry I'm late. Forgot to set the clock," smiled TenTen sheepishly.
I better start treating her right.
"It's alright," said Neji.
TenTen was totally surprised. She instantly come to his side and put her palm on Neji's forehead.
"Are you sick??"
"I'm perfectly fine," replied Neji, slightly embarrassed, "Let's start training."
"Oh-kay," said TenTen jumping out of Neji's view.
They trained and TenTen nearly won the spar. Neji couldn't concentrate well. He was wondering if all this was a bad idea.
Shall I ask her?? Maybe she'll just kill me there. Is it better to be just friends? For once, I'm out of idea. The Hyuuga Genius! No way! I'm asking her! No chicken out!
After training, Neji walked TenTen home. The sun was setting already. The villagers were putting up the lights and setting up stores.
"Oh, there's a lantern festival tonight! It's going to be beautiful!" said TenTen in a day dreamy voice.
Really?? Hnn… Guess god is on my side today. I think I'll just ask her now. Woah!! When did I get this brave?
"TenTen?"
"Yep?"
"Are you going out with anyone tonight for the festival?"
"Nope! Why?"
"You wanna go with me?"
"To the festival?"
"Err…. Yeah?"
TenTen looked confused with his answer.
Don't turn me down, TenTen. Don't you dare! Don't ask any more question too. I'm already turning jelly!
"Sure! I'll go with you. Pick me up at 7," TenTen said entering her house, "See ya!"
"Hnn. Don't be late," said Neji.
"Don't worry! Why would I be late?? I'll lose all the prizes!" TenTen's voice came from behind the doors.
What?! All she cares about is the prizes?? Doesn't she realized that I've just ask her out?
Neji turned to leave. He was wondering if he should give anything to TenTen.
But what does she like?
When he arrived to the mansion, he saw Hinata coming out of her room.
"Hinata?"
"Yes, Neji-nei-san?"
"Umm… I've asked TenTen out for the festival tonight. I was wondering what I should get her."
Hinata smiled, "You could get her flowers."
"Flowers?? I don't think she's that type of girl who like flowers. She seems to like…. Kunais."
"Well, you definitely can't give a kunai at your first date, can you? That's not good luck."
"You are as superstitious as ever, Hinata."
"Yep. Anyway, enough about me. TenTen's more important. Hmmm….. you are right. Ten's not the flowery kind of girl… Maybe you can get her a.. OH!"
Silence………
"Hinata?"
"I'm not telling what you should get her. I'll let you think by yourself, nei-san. Remember everyone said that Ten's a Chinese-like girl. You are the genius, after all. Think it yourself."
"Huh?! But but…" began Neji, but Hinata's left with a mysterious smile on her face.
What was all that about?! Sure, I'm the Hyuuga genius, but I don't know anything about girls! TenTen… TenTen… All I know is that she likes kunai and battling thing… But like Hinata said, it's not really good to give a kunai as a present.
"Neji-nei-san?" came Hanabi's voice, "have you seen my toy?"
"Toy? Toy? OH! TOY! Of course! Thank you, Hanabi! You're a genius!" said Neji and run out of the mansion, leaving poor Hanabi confused.
(A/N: I'm not telling what Neji did after he went outside. That's for later! *grin* )
Phew! I'm done with the present! Well, nobody call me a genius for nothing!
Neji put the present on his bed and looked at it proudly. His eye moved to the clock on the bed stand, which shows 5:30.
6:00?! 6?! Ughhhhh!!!!!!!!! I need to get ready!!
Chill, dude. Everything'll be fine.
What do you know?! You're part of me too, Second inner-self!
Whatever happened to the "cool, calm" Hyuuga Neji?
Shut up!
Neji rushed to his closet and saw that there was a brand new tux hanging among the other white clothes. There was a small note, which said:
Do not destroy this tux. Give it back to me tomorrow. – Hiashi
Wow… Woops! Another note?
P.S Good luck with TenTen. I want a good niece-in-law!
Hinata. *sigh* wonder what she said. Oh, well. Better get ready.
(A/N: Since I'm a girl.. I'll just pass Neji changing clothes.)
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Knock Knock!
"Coming!" TenTen voice came through the door.
Typical TenTen. What is this weird feeling?
You're nervous.
Huh? What? Me, nervous?? Ha Ha.. very funny!
The door suddenly opened and Neji couldn't believe what he was seeing. There was TenTen, dressed in a black flowing gown. She had a small white coat on, probably use to cover her shoulder. She hasn't done much to her face or her hair. Neji likes it. He doesn't like all the make-up. It makes the girl look so fake.
"Wow," was all Neji could say.
"Likewise," replied TenTen with a strong voice, but she was slightly blushing.
"I knew you wouldn't like flower and vases always break after a day with you. So, I decided to get you this," said Neji, handing over a really really cute Panda toy.
TenTen smiled, "You knew me too well, Hyuuga Neji."
"Open the box the panda's holding."
TenTen doesn't need telling twice. She opened the box lid and found a shiny kunai. She took out the kunai and examined it. Her smiled widened.
"Thank you. It's from my favorite shop," said TenTen.
She went inside her house to put the toy away. Neji was feeling extremely proud of himself. He really want the date to be unique and it seemed to come true.
Which boy has ever given a knife on his first date?? God, I'm good!
"Let's go, Neji. Or we'll be late," said TenTen.
She put her arms around Neji's. This action totally caught Neji off guard, but he didn't say anything.
"Are you going to purpose me or not?"
What?! That was so straight forward! How does she know that I was planning to purpose her today?? Since she's so smart, I'm going to do it later.
Neji smirked, "Don't be too proud of yourself, TenTen."
TenTen looked taken back. She tried to pull her hand back, but Neji pulled her toward the festival.
"OH MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!! Is that TenTen???" yelled Ino.
*groan* Oh, great. Here come the big-mouth Ino with of course, the Nara. - Neji
Shikamaru smiled as if to say "Well done"
"Ino, don't shout! It's no big deal!" said TenTen, blushing.
"TenTen! Oh my god! Is it really you?? I can't believe you actually wear dress!" Sakura's voice came from behind.
Seriously, Sakura? It's no big deal! It's just a dress! – TenTen.
She was with Naruto, who also seemed to be as surprised as his girlfriend.
"Congrats, Neji! You'd finally found a girlfriend!" said Naruto, who obviously was trying to control his voice. Neji just give a small nod. TenTen was totally surprised by his reaction, but she didn't say anything.
"TenTen-chan, Neji nei-san!" Hinata appeared with Kiba.
Oh, great. Here come Hinata. Hope she won't embarrass me. – Neji.
"Hello, Hinata! Wow.. I guess all of us are here," said TenTen, surprised. She didn't notice Hinata gave a small wink to her cousin.
"Let's just move on. Before all the prizes run out," said Neji.
"Yeah, let's give out brand new couples some privacy," said Shikamaru, pulling Ino away.
Finally! Someone's brain is finally working! – Neji.
After many "Bye"s and "Good Luck"s and "Congrats"s Neji and TenTen were finally alone. They looked around the festival. TenTen won many prizes, and Neji had to carry them.
No wonder everyone call her the weapon mistress. Her accuracy is perfect. But I'm definitely not enjoying this part of the date. (A/N: he meant the carrying toys part) but it's worth to see TenTen smile. – Neji.
No wonder everyone like having boyfriends! They are excellent at carrying stuffs! – TenTen.
"I'm tired!" announced TenTen after claiming her 10th prize. She decided to carry the prize herself since Neji wasn't really free.
Finally! I thought she would never finish! – Neji.
"Let's put these things at your house first," said Neji.
"Yeah, good idea."
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At TenTen's house……
Neji dropped all the prizes on the couch.
"Wow.. I didn't know I got this much!" said TenTen as she looked at the piles of things on the couch.
"Too bad you didn't get anything from the festival. Do you want to go back, Neji?" asked TenTen kindly.
"We don't need to go back to get my prize. It's already inside."
"But there's no shop here, genius."
"Who said that it was a thing?"
"It's not?"
"No. It isn't."
"Then?"
God… this is harder than I thought.. How can I say those word??
Just do it.
But.. I'm… I'm….
You're??? You're scared, admit it!
I'm not!
Then, what are you waiting for, O-mighty-and-courage Neji?
"Earth to Neji! Do you copy??"
"TenTen. I…"
"You?"
"I…"
"You what? Want to use the bathroom?"
"No! I…"
"Neji, I know you can say 'I'. that's why you are a genius, remember?? Just get to the point. If you want to use the bathroom. It's just---"
"I love you"
"---at the end of the corridor."
TenTen blinked. Did I heard wrong or did he just purposed me?
"You WHAT?!"
Neji gulped. It's not time to chicken out. Just do it!
"I love you, TenTen."
Neji watched as TenTen's face change from shock to surprise to nothing to amuse.
"Let's go to the hill top," TenTen said, walking toward the door and jumping out of view.
"What?! You're not going to give me an answer?" Neji called as he followed the girl.
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TenTen sat on the soft grass and looked up at the sky.
"It's beautiful."
True, the stars were twinkling around the full moon.
"Not as beautiful as you are," said Neji, joining TenTen.
Silence took place as the ninjas watch the sky. Every now and then, Neji would look at TenTen from the corner of his eyes.
"I know you are looking, Neji."
"I-i-I wasn't looking at you!" said Neji, slightly embarrassed.
TenTen smiled and lean on Neji's shoulder. Neji jumped slightly at her sudden reaction, but he put his arm around her waist. The next thing TenTen said make Neji's heart soar.
"I love you too"
--End--
"Huh?! That's all?" exclaimed Nathan.
"I'm not telling you everything! The other parts are private!" replied Neji.
"Wow.. that was so nice, daddy!" little Tera complimented.
Neji smiled and plant a kiss on Tera's forehead, "You'd better go to sleep, little Tera. It's getting late. The story was longer than usual"
"And better," added Nathan.
Neji ruffled Nathan's hair, "Don't think about those stuffs now, Nathan. Concentrate on your lesson. The time at academy is very important. Those are all the basic ninja skills. You cannot miss them."
Nathan rolled his eyes, but didn't say anything.
"Now, good night!" said Neji, switching off the lights.
A/N: So, what do you think?? I really do hope you guys enjoy it. I sorta turn the pairing around. Since Sasuke isn't back at Konoha, I just think it's weird to have him in the story.
Here are the pairings: Hinata & Kiba, Sakura & Naruto, Shikamaru & Ino, and of course, NEJI & TENTEN! (Always and forever!!!!!!!! Yayyy!)
So, that's that. Any ideas for the next chapter?? Maybe the time when Neji purposed TenTen (to marry) or??? Please Review and send me some ideas!!! Thanks!