"Come on, teme. You should come over tonight!"

"And why would I do that, idiot?"

"Because you're a stick in the mud who doesn't know how to live a little."

"If by 'not knowing how to live a little' you mean preparing for college then yes, I don't know how to live."

"College is two months away!"

"Time flies."

"Only when you're having fun!"

I sighed, rubbing my temples as Naruto continued to nag at me on the phone. He was hosting a party tonight, and our whole group from high school was invited. I was never the partying type, so of course I didn't want to go even though I know he'll never let me live it down.

"You know I'll never let you live it down if you don't come."

I know him too well. "There's no reason for me to be there."

"What are you talking about? There are plenty of reasons to be there."

"Please, entertain me."

"Well let's see," he paused, and when he continued I could tell he was counting on his fingers. "There's food, games, music, friends including Rimi, fun…"

"Whoa whoa back up loser. You invited Rimi?"

I could tell he shrugged at my response. "Yeah, why wouldn't I?"

"Maybe because of a certain problem she has?" I didn't dare call it a disability. That felt too demeaning.

"Well she needs to meet more people, so why not our friends? They're cool."

"Do you really think they'd accept her?"

"Only one way to find out. Now are you coming or do I have to drag your sorry ass there?"

I pondered this for a moment. If I didn't go, Naruto WOULD drag my ass there then nag at me about how I wasn't going to show up. If I did go, I'd be surrounded by our immature friends. But then there's Rimi…

I shuddered at the thought of her being there, mostly because that dream I had of her that still unsettled me. I barely knew her, so why I had that dream I have no idea. Although, I can't help but blush a bit every time I think about how her voice would sound telling me she loved me.

What am I getting myself into?

"Fine I'll go, but only because I don't feel like hearing your annoying mouth about it."

He scoffed. "Oh yeah, that's definitely the only reason. I'll get you in a half hour."

I looked at the clock that read 7:30. "You decided to tell me about this now? And it's your own party you have to be at the house."

"I'll leave Neji in charge. He'll keep everyone in line."

With that he hung up. I shook my head and decided to just throw on some dark jeans and a graphic T-shirt for the party. It's not like anyone would care anyway.

Half an hour later, loud knocking proceeded on the door, which was my cue to die inside. Grabbing my wallet and keys, I opened the door to see a wide grinning Naruto standing there. I shook my head, walking out and locking up, without saying a word to him and headed towards his car.

"You gotta sit in the back, dude."

I raised an eyebrow, moving my head to the back door handle. "And why is that?"

I found my answer once I sat in the car and noticed a familiar black haired beauty in the passenger seat. I guess she noticed the shift in movement of the car, because she turned to me and waved while smiling that warm smile of hers.

I nodded in acknowledgement and tuned out everything else as Naruto drove us back to his place, which didn't take long. Next thing I knew, I was met with loud party music and everyone laughing.

"The party master has arrived!" Naruto shouted to everyone. Rimi just smiled at him, but stayed close to us as we entered the large living room filled with our friends.

"Glad you didn't have to take long getting the jerk," Kiba said smirking as he walked up to us. He was dressed similar to every other boy here, including me, and had his eyes fixed on Rimi. "And who might this hottie be?"

"Oh, this is my friend Rimi!" Naruto said introducing the two. She looked like she was paying close attention to both of them as she smiled shyly and waved to Kiba.

"Well isn't she a cutie? Maybe we should go out sometime," he said still smirking at her. I didn't like the smirk, and thankfully Rimi understood enough to shake her head with the smile still on her face.

"Come on you can talk to me. I don't bite."

"She's very shy and doesn't like to talk," I said butting in. Personally, I wanted to punch Kiba in the face, but because a good girl like Rimi was there I decided not to.

"Geez, no need to get defensive Uchiha, just trying to be friendly," he said glaring at me slightly before walking away. This was going to be a long night.