"I'll be back in a couple hours Hinata-chan," said Naruto as he headed for the door.

"Take your time Naruto-kun," replied Hinata. She had finally convinced him to go home, if only for a little while.

I like it that he stays with me, but he is starting to stink.

She laughed inwardly at this. Two weeks without a shower could do that. As Naruto left, Hinata thought back on the last two days. She and Naruto had done nothing but talk…

And kiss. She blushed at this thought.

It really surprises me but I think I love Naruto-kun even more than I did before.

Their talks had revealed that Naruto did have feelings for Hinata beyond a normal friend but didn't realize it until now.

'So that was why I was so overprotective of you on missions…' said Naruto.

Hinata laughed at the memory. His expression was priceless.

I can't believe he didn't realize it until now. If anything I have to thank those ninjas for getting us together. If they hadn't said anything, I would still be watching Naruto-kun from afar.

Hinata's thoughts were interrupted as Tsunade walked into the room. As she looked up from the papers she was reading, she jumped.

"Where's Naruto?"

"I convinced him to go home. He was starting to smell."

Tsunade laughed.

"Yes he was, but I'm surprised he listened."

"Umm… Tsunade-sama, when do you think I can go home?"

"Your wound should have healed enough by tomorrow."

"Thank you Tsunade-sama!"

"Hinata, I know you and Naruto are dating now but I don't want you two doing anything… do you understand?"

Hinata blushed a deep red.

"...D-don't worry Tsunade-sama. We… don't do that."

"Yet," put in Tsunade. "That wound could open again if you try anything too strenuous. Make sure Naruto knows that too."

"Yes Tsunade-sama."

"Good. You will be able to leave tomorrow morning, but no training for a while, ok?"

"Yes. Thank you Tsunade-sama."

Tsunade smiled and left.

Meanwhile Naruto was walking home. Sakura spotted him.

"Hey Naruto! What are you doing out of the hospital?"

"Oh hey Sakura. Hinata-chan wanted me to go home and clean up a little bit."

Sakura laughed. "Yeah you have been there for… Wait. Hinata-CHAN?!"

"Yeah so?"

Sakura squealed. "Does this mean you're dating?"

Naruto blushed slightly.

"Yeah, why?"

"Because you idiot. Do you have any idea how long she's been waiting for you?"

"Yeah. We've been talking a lot the past two days. I'm sorry Sakura but I really need to go and get back to Hinata-chan."

Sakura smiled. "Sure Naruto."

"Thanks," called Naruto as he ran off toward his apartment to take a shower and change clothes.

"Hinata-chan, I'm back!" called Naruto as he entered her room. He stopped as he saw Kiba and Shino sitting by Hinata. Both were looking at him.

"Oh hey guys. When did you get here?"

"They just got back from their mission, Naruto-kun."

"We heard she had been hurt, so we came to visit," said Shino.

"Why did you call her –chan?" exploded Kiba.

"Geez Kiba, is there a law against calling my girlfriend –chan that I haven't heard about?"

Kiba's jaw dropped.

"You mean… you two…"

"Yes Kiba-kun. For two days now."

Naruto had walked over and stood by Hinata's bed.

"Well it's about time you realized it," said Kiba as he punched Naruto in the arm.

"Geez Kiba shouldn't you be happy or something?"

"I am. It's just taken you so freaking long to realize it."

Naruto laughed sheepishly.

"I guess you got me there."

"Well it's good to know you're ok Hinata. Let's go Kiba," said Shino.

"Sure. Akamaru's probably bored outside. They wouldn't let him in, even though they let him in before," explained Kiba as they walked out the door.

"Hey did you find out when you get to go home?" asked Naruto.

"Yes. Tomorrow, but I'm not allowed to train for a while."

"Why?"

"Tsunade-sama said my wound could open again."

Hinata blushed as she thought of what else Tsunade had said. Naruto noticed.

"What is it?" he asked getting suspicious.

"Well… that wasn't all she said not to do Naruto-kun…"

"Oh?... OH… that?" Naruto asked blushing.

"Yeah."

"Hinata-chan… I know even though we've only been dating a while we're closer than people would think. A lot closer. But I… well we… ummm I didn't think about that."

"I didn't bring it up. Tsunade-sama did."

There was an awkward silence.

"I love you Hinata-chan but I want to save that for later."

"I know. I think the same way. I love you too."

Naruto smiled as he kissed her.

AN: Yay for awkward sex talks. You have no idea how many of those I got before I went to college. Anyway, I chose to blatantly ignore Kiba's feelings for Hinata beyond a friend. They do not exist to me plus that's one less argument I would have to resolve in this story. Sorry if it offended you, but then again if you're a Hinata-Kiba fan why are you reading this story? :P And yes I put an author's note in the middle of a chapter. Deal with it. :P

The next morning Hinata was let go. She and Naruto walked through Konoha hand in hand.

"What do you want to do Naruto-kun?"

"Well… how 'bout we take you home first. I'm sure you're family is worried. Besides it looks like it might rain."

"It does look like rain, but I don't think my family is worried."

"Why would you say that?"

"Well Tsunade-sama told me that no one came to visit me even though they knew I was hurt."

A tear rolled down her cheek. Naruto wiped it away.

"I'm sure they were just busy. I know your family cares about you."

Hinata smiled.

"Thanks Naruto-kun. You always know how to cheer me up."

They had arrived in front of the Hyuuga estate.

"Come in Naruto-kun. Just for a little bit."

"Sure, why not?"

As the two entered the courtyard, Naruto stopped and stared. It was gorgeous. Flowers lined the walkway while a pond gurgled in the background.

"I know… it's tacky…" murmured Hinata.

Naruto shook his head.

"It's beautiful but…" he pulled her close. "It's not the most beautiful thing here," he whispered.

Hinata blushed and stood on her tiptoes to kiss him. It was different than their previous kisses. The bed had hindered any attempt at extended kissing.

This…

This was heaven. Their hands were free to explore. Naruto's landed on her hips, while Hinata's ended around his neck. Hinata poked her tongue around his lips, asking for entrance. Naruto was surprised but opened his mouth slightly to let her in.

Where's the timid girl I knew? Although… This is REALLY nice.

As their tongues danced and explored each other, Naruto's hands came up to caress Hinata's face and to run through her hair.

Their moment was cut short as a voice rang out.

"What is the meaning of this?!"

Hinata and Naruto broke apart, surprised. They turned to find a very angry Hiashi glaring at them.

Yay cliffie! I updated now because I will be very busy until Thursday of next week. Midterms are coming up and I have two exams one in music styles one in sightsinging and a 5 page essay to write plus I have a concert tonight. I'm not sure if I will update within the week, if that is the case I apologize for leaving you with this ending. Thanks for all the awesome reviews and thanks for reading!