AN: Thank you everyone for the reviews and thanks for the help with the "hai" and "kai" thing. I just feel foolish for that but thank you all and maybe sometime I'll get around to editing it. :)

Well anyways its been awhile since I have written something so I hope you all like this. Let's just say the relatioship is beginning to build and I do love Temari's little devilish ways of flirting.

So without further ado, Chapter II!

A year went by, a long slow year, and still I have yet to see one hair on any of the Sand Sibling's heads… Until one day. I yawned and stretched as I walked towards the Hokage's red circular building located in the center of the ever busy Konoha. It was lovely out, the humid summer easing in to the breezy autumn. It was still pretty warm, but held a small light wind, playfully tugging at the buns on top of my head. A perfect day.

I giggled as I watched a few kids running around playing the usual tag, laughing and yelling. I sent them an envious smile, wishing I was the one playing and goofing off, not them. Wrapping my arms around the back of my head, I chuckled at the thought of when I was younger, dressing up in boy's baggy clothes, playing in the dirt and wrestling with other boys, the other girls shaking their pretty little heads at my while dusting off their brightly colored sundresses. I was a tomboy and still kind of am. I loved getting down and dirty, having not a care in the world of what was going on around me, I just wanted to have fun and joke around.

Arriving at Tsunade's office, I gave a firm knock. A "come in!" sounded as I opened and stepped foot into the large oak door. I saw the respectable blond woman leaning against the front of her massive desk looking over a few papers; her small purple triangular chakra glinting in the light, brows furrowed in concentration. Grumbling in frustration, she threw the paperwork over her shoulders and grinned at the sight of me, "Right on time!" In good spirits she went behind her desk and heavily sat down, causing her large assets to jiggle in protest, "Have a seat, Tenten." She gestured to a pair of chairs placed across from her.

Nodding, I quickly walked forward and took a seat, "What can I do for you on this lovely day, Tsunade-sama?" I noticed quite a large stack of paperwork on one side of her desk, a few empty bottles of sake hidden behind them.

"Well," she leaned forward and folded her hands in front of her, sending me a look of cockiness, "I need you to do a favor for me and for the ambassador of Sunagakure."

"Ambassador?" I blinked at her, "Who?"

The buxom woman chuckled as she waved a hand in front of her, "You'll see in due time. I need you to let them stay in your apartment is all, if you don't mind that is. I mean its only one night after all."

"W-why my place? Surely they can stay in a hotel or someone else's." What? What the hell is she thinking?

"Ah," the Hokage gave me a stern look, brown eyes flashing with an impish spark, "That's because they requested your hospitality especially. And since this is a new alliance, we need to keep on their good side, if you catch my drift."

"What? B-but I don't know him, Tsunade-sama."

"Oh trust me, you do." Tsunade chuckled at my baffled expression, "Don't worry, you will get paid for this."

"I understand, but I'm really confused. I mean, are you sure you got the right person?"

"I don't know anybody else under the name of Tenten, who specializes in weaponry, nonetheless." The spark in her gaze brightened.

"But-"

"Tsunade-sama, the ambassador has arrived." Shizune poked her head through the door, "Please tell me that isn't bottles of alcohol on your desk." She sent her old master a dark glare.

Hurriedly, Tsunade smacked the said bottles off her covered desk, and into a nearby trash can, "Send her in!"

Gradually the door swung open wider and in stepped the diplomat, "Tsunade-sama," her teal eyes fell on me, a grin plastered on her pink full lips, "Tenten."

I abruptly stood, eyes wide with wonder and fear, "You're the ambassador?!"

She smiled cheekily, as she leaned against a nearby wall, "Yep. Surprised?" Her smile widened, "No don't answer that. I can already tell you are."

Tsunade cleared her throat, catching mine and Temari's attention, "Well, I know you two have a lot of catching up to do, but," she reached over and pulled a few papers out from her desk, "These are for you Temari." She walked towards the Sand kunoichi, "They are for you to read over and to understand. We are scheduled to have a meeting tomorrow at ten. Otherwise you go and have a goodnights sleep."

Temari nodded and plucked them from the Hokage's hand, still watching me curiously, "Got it." She then nodded toward me, "Well, you ready to go roomy?"

I refused to answer and instead started to head towards the door, ignoring the cheeky smile she still had on her annoying face.

"Sooooo," Temari smiled, walking happily next to me, "Where are we headed?"

"Where do you think?" I grumbled trying to pretend that she wasn't there but finding it hard because of her talking and occasional hand 'accidently' brushing up against mine.

She shrugged, "I don't know maybe show me some of the sights? Or," she glanced over to where Mitarashi Anko was seated on a bench enjoying some of her favorite treat, dango, "Grab a bite or something?"

I stopped immediately, what was she doing? Spinning around, I caused her to run right into me, and blurted out, "Stop it."

She blinked in confusion and cast me a questionable look while rubbing her head, "Stop what?"

"Stop trying to be friends with me." I folded my arms and sent her a dark defiant stare, "I don't want to be friends with you…do you understand?"

She frowned, and furrowed her eyebrows, "And why don't you?"

"Because you are my enemy!" I snapped hands clenched tightly into fists.

"How am I your enemy? Is this because I defeated you in the Chunin Exams like what…a year and a half ago? Why can't you just let that go?" Her teal eyes blazed stubbornly, questioning me silently.

I looked away. Truth was…I didn't understand why I couldn't. I just didn't like her for some reason, "Because I can't!" Way to go Tenten. You sound like a fucking jackass. I turned and began to storm off. The conversation was over.

The rest of the way to my apartment was quiet and awkward. She did not utter a sound and instead stared intently ahead, eyes squinted deep in thought. When we arrived, I withdrew the key and held the door open for her. She mumbled a small "thanks" before taking off her black sandals and examining the room. "Nice place you have here."

I nodded, "Yeah, its fine." My mother got me the place saying how I should start depending more on myself than her, that it would build more sovereignty or some bullshit like that. It had a kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. Perfect for living by yourself.

Temari smiled as she plopped down on the soft suede couch in exhaustion, "Pretty cozy," she glanced over at the coffee table and looked at the many magazines and weapon catalogues, before picking one up and flipping through it, "You're really into artillery aren't you?"

I nodded and sat down a good few feet away from her keeping a nice distance, "Yes, it's my specialty." I noticed her fan leaning up against the room's cream colored walls "Is that heavy?"

She sent a fleeting glance over towards it and shrugged, "Eh, you get used to it." She then placed the catalogue down and walked over to where it stood. Smiling she signaled for me to come over to her, "Here."

I hesitantly did as I was told as she plucked the fan up and handed it smoothly and gently to me. I gasped, my fingers digging into the cool metal and awkwardly held it, muscles straining in remonstration, the sucker was freaking heavy!

She chuckled at my reaction, before taking it back and placing it back in its spot, "Heavy?"

I nodded, staring disbelievingly at her, "You carry that everywhere?"

She nodded, "Like I said you get used to it." She returned to her catalogue and plopped down onto the couch, a large yawn escaping from her, "So where am I sleeping?"

I bit my lip, shit! I forgot about sleeping arrangements, "Well you can either have my bed or the couch."

"Well I'll take the couch it's pretty comfy, unless," she again got up and walked over to where my bedroom was. Opening the door, she chuckled at the sight of my panda plushies lying on my bed, before walking over and collapsing onto it, "Yup! This is nice." She sighed in contempt as she curled up in a ball.

I stared at her for a second, before guardedly approaching, "Temari?" I patted her shoulders, poking pretty firmly at her tan cheeks, "Hey, Temari?" No luck. She was out cold.

Trudging over, I swiftly pulled the green cotton comforter out from under her, and draped it over her body. A small smile formed on her lips as she coiled into the warmth the blanket gave off.

I yawned; maybe a nap was a good idea. Stretching, I reached into the cupboard and pulled out another blanket before making my way to the couch. Lying down, I too was soon out like a light.

**********Complications***********

"Hey…Tenten? Come on, I'm hungry." Rustling sounded, "Tenten?"

I grumbled as I tiredly hissed, "Fuck off!"

"No can do," I could hear her getting closer and closer, yet I still refused to move. She had been right, this couch was really comfy, "As my hostess, you need to get up. I'm starving, Tenten."

"Go make something," I mumbled burying my face deeper into the nice soft pillow, couldn't she see I was trying to sleep?

"Nah…too much of a hassle, and besides," I could feel her warm breath on my ear, "I want to see Konoha up close and personal."

"That's nice…I'll show you later, after I sleep," I tiredly murmured, face still pressed firmly against the cuddly cushion.

"Don't make me force you," she warned. I could just picture her folding her arms in front of her, glowering down upon my relaxed form.

"I'd like to see you try." What's with these bad choices lately?

A chuckle sounded as she stated, "Suit yourself." A second later, I felt a pressure on my back as she swiftly sat down on top of me, straddling my back.

Gasping, I snarled feebly, "Get off!" but it was as if I was talking to a senile old man. She just continued to recline on my struggling form, while pushing her nose into my neck.

"Take me to dinner," she sighed huskily, pushing harder down onto the middle of my spine, trying to crush an answer out of me.

"N-never!" I gasped, feeling the air escaping from my lungs, "G-get off!"

"Nope, not until you agree." I could hear the smirk and stubbornness in her voice.

"F-fine!" I yelled, giving into her will. Dammit Tenten! Where's your backbone? Oh right…she's crushing it.

Chuckling, she smoothly climbed off, and retrieved her fan while I sat up, and brushed off my clothes, "Where do you want to go?"

"I don't really know," she tied the fan tightly onto her back, before turning to face me, arms folded casually over her chest, "Somewhere fun and casual, ya know?"

I rolled my eyes, great, that crossed off like fifteen out of forty food places, "What do you prefer to eat?"

She placed a finger on her lips, eyes staring up at the ceiling thoughtfully, "I'm in the mood for some ramen."

"I have instant noodles in the refrigerator."

"No," she sent me an incredulous look, "I want real ramen."

"Fine," I walked over to the closet and took out a small black jacket, "I know a place. Do you need to borrow a jacket?"

"Nah, I'm fine. Wind is my element," she grinned a toothy smile, "and besides it can't be that bad out."

"It gets really cool. Are you sure?" I held up a green sweatshirt, waving it around as if to tempt her to take it.

"Nope. I'm fine." She began to walk towards the door, "Come on already! I'm starving!"

Ugh, this is going to be a long night.

***********Complications************

The night air was nice and settling as it caressed my face, playfully swiping my hair; so serene, so peaceful…not like her…She walked next to me, blabbing on and on about her brothers, about how Gaara refused to let her have a life and what not. Couldn't she get the hint that I did not care whatsoever…but I do have to admit, it was nice having someone talk. Neji was a snooze when it came to one on one conversation, with all his "Hnn" or quick nods, while Lee…Lee just needs to take a pinch off his youth rants…Seriously.

"Hey, are you even listening to me?" Temari nudged me in the ribs with her elbow, smirking as I gasped in shock.

"W-what was that for?!" God, she was really starting to get on my nerves…I think.

She pointed a finger over to where a stall stood, its red light shining with welcome, the smell of fresh cooked ramen wafting slowly through he air enticing us to enter, "Is that it?"

Ichiramen, the greatest ramen stall in the entire Fire Nation, "Yup." Walking over, I pushed passed the curtain, "Their ramen i-…Shikamaru?"

"Yo," was his lazy reply as he twirled his chopsticks around in his meal, "How's it going Tenten, Temari?"

"Hey, Shika," my companion grinned as she took a seat next to him, idly reaching for the menu purposefully brushing her sleeve across his arm.

"How's the Kazekage doing," and there started their flirty conversation of the night, not like it mattered, but when you're being ignored and shit it really gets annoying.

Time slowly ticked by and my only source of entertainment was the ramen girl and her boss, nice people. "Yeah I'll see ya later," her voice rang through the air, playfully and sweetly, tossing me from my trance like state.

The Nara boy nodded before setting off, hands deep in his pockets eyes slowly glazing over with thought.

Turning her attention back to me, she chuckled, "Sorry 'bout that. I mean it's not often I see him," she gave a small yawn as she stood and stretched, placing the yen on the counter and thanking the old man, "You ready to go?"

I nodded silently and stood, following her outside. Slowly we began our journey back to my place, both longing for the warmth and comfort of bed, well…her more than me. She was shaking, teeth clacking together, arms running up and down her sides trying feasibly to gain some sense of warmth, "M-maybe I sh-should've taken u-up that o-offer of a jacket…"

I rolled my eyes and shook my head, "I can see why you're a blond."

"Oh shut up," her teal eyes met mine, "C-can I walk closer?" her lips held a faint tinge of blue.

"Yeah, fine," I held out my arm as the taller and older kunoichi pushed herself against me, savoring the heat my body exerted.

She smiled serenely, "That's a lot better…I didn't know you were that short," her smile widened, playfulness contorting her features.

"S-shut up!" I yelled, a flush tingeing and discoloring my cheeks, dammit Tenten! Don't show her you're weak and vulnerable!

Chuckling she poked ideally at my pink cheeks, "Mmmmm…someone's blushing."

"I-I'm not!"

"Are too! Oh and look!" she leaned in close, "They are getting redder and redder."

"S-stop it!" I shoved her hand away from my face.

A pout formed on her lips, "Awww…don't take me that seriously! I'm just messing," her smile reappeared, twice its usual brightness. "Besides…I'm leaving right after the meeting tomorrow and this is the only chance I get to escape from Gaara's grasp. You have no idea how mean he can be…not to mention scary," her teal eyes gazed longingly up at the waning crescent.

"I see…" God, she looked pretty, w-wait! Tenten, no! Bad! "B-but I mean I'm sure you'll come back to the Hidden Leaf sooner or later."

"Mmmmm…" her eyes took their look off the moon and met mine, "You would like that."

"N-no!" I glared at her, "Why would you think that?!"

"Cause I know you want me. Why else would you tolerate me and my constant flirting," she winked at me, while licking her lips, "And besides," she sauntered back toward me, reaching up and grasping my face in her surprisingly soft hands, "I really want you."

My breath caught in my lungs as my heart began beating a mile a minute, why was she affecting me like this? Why?! Noticing my nervous and scared look, she released her touch and lowered her eyes to the road ahead, "Don't worry about me raping you in your sleep. I don't go that far."

She turned her body and walked ahead, hips swaying form side to side, head raised in such confidence I couldn't help but envy her. So I followed behind, letting her lead the way back to my quarters.

***********Complications************

This time, I obtained my bed before she could even step foot through the door. She was shocked and I think quite entertained when I had shoved her up against a nearby wall and made a mad dash to my bedroom, slamming and locking the door behind me. I could distinctly hear her languid laughter rolling off her tongue and to my ears as she called through the door, "Well, goodnight to you too!"

God, was she fucking with me or what?!

That night, was quite a sleepless one. She entered my mind off and on, off and on, but why? Why would it freaking matter whether or not she did? Oh! That's right…because I dubbed her my eternal rival, just like Lee had named Neji his enemy for his youthful life. Ugh! Boys are so stupid.

The following morning was a killer. I awoke to the sweet sound of…silence. Sitting up, I blinked to adjust my eyes to the small amount of light my window gave off and calmly stretched. Smiling, I strolled toward the kitchen all the while calling to Temari, "Oi! I hope you're hungry! Cause I'm gonna show you…Temari?"

She was nowhere to be found. I walked around my homey place searching for the Suna vixen and came up empty handed…well…almost that is. I did find a note, hastily written, near my magazines and artillery manuals. Plucking it gingerly up I unfolded the small piece of…was this a wrapper? God was she something.

Well anyways, the note soundly read:

My lovely Tenten,

It has been a great joy and satisfactory of staying here in your humble abode…especially running my hands over your body while you slept. Now that's a joke…or is it?

Here I swallowed and rolled my eyes, she definitely was something.

No that was a joke! Anyhoo, I just want to say thank you for everything. It was really fun and I hope you will allow me to take refuge here again. And if you want…I can show you some real fun! Think about it!

See ya soon,

Temari

Temari…you could have at least said a proper goodbye!

***********Complications************

5 days later…

It was…quiet…to say the least as I took a swift lap around the city, searching for any of my teammates who would be up for some sparring or training. Yes, I was that desperate to actually do something that would help benefit myself. And trust me, I have almost begged Lady Tsunade to give me some type of mission whether it was walking dogs or pulling weeds, I mean I was up for anything. But of course she said no, she had nothing for me.

So here I was continuing my search but coming up empty handed. Guy-sensei had gone on a mission with Kakashi, while Lee was doing solo training, and Neji…well I actually did not know.

Arriving at the Hyuuga residence I slowly tapped on the door. A second later Hinata appeared smiling innocently and sweetly at me, "Ah! Tenten-san, w-what are you d-doing here?"

"Hey Hinata, is Neji here?"

She glanced away in thought, before giving me another smile and a curt nod, "Y-yes he is. F-follow m-me."

Pushing the door open and taking off my shoes, I quietly followed her down the dull hallways of the Hyuuga home. The place was not at all like mine; it held a certain uncomfortable aura around it and made you want to dash out of there the moment you got.

We reached a door where Hinata knocked and called, "N-neji-san, Tenten i-is h-here to see y-you."

The door slid opened revealing the handsome face of the Hyuuga, "Tenten? What are you doing here?"

"Nice to see you to," I grumbled, playing with my nails in nervousness, Neji did have a very cold stare, "I was wondering if you were up for some training."

He paused for a moment, probably thinking if he really wanted to or not, before giving a shrug, "Sure." He smoothly exited and fixed his gaze sternly on me, "Let's get going then." He then turned on his heel and literally flowed down the hallway, making me feel like a totally schmuck.

Upon training at our usual spot, Neji, where I am beyond surprised had asked me to dinner. Of course I said yes, I mean the team always goes out to eat with one another, I mean I thought that this was the usual. He took me to a small place known as Takano's grill. We sat down in a private room upon Neji's demand and so here we were…

He sent me a glance while calmly asking, "What's wrong?"

I stopped poking at the sushi in front of me, "W-what? Nothing!"

He shook his head, "Well obviously there must be something. You haven't even taken a bit out of your food." He nodded to the forgotten dish, "So…what is the matter?"

Breaking away from our current eye contact I quietly murmured, "I-is this a date?"

He cocked his head to the side in total confusion, before nodding, "Of course it is. Isn't that apparent?"

"I-I guess…" wait a minute…I was on a date with Hyuuga Neji?!

"Good now that we got that clear, how have you been?" Was he seriously trying to have a conversation with me?! What the hell?! Am I dying?

"I'm fine, you know how it is…"

"What have you been doing lately?"

"…Um…I've been on a mission with you…we're teammates…"

"How was the mission?"

"You were there…"

"…Right…" He went back to eating, jaw tense with probably embarrassment.

Trying to fix this situation I gave a small smile, "So how's it going with you? Getting any stronger?"

He nodded, "Of course, I have a great sparring partner after all." He sent me a smug look over the table.

I gulped, Oh my God…We really were on a date and…he was flirting! "Y-yeah I am." Real smooth Tenten.

He chuckled, "No need to be uptight with me Tenten." He waved his hand, as if that would help clearing the tense atmosphere, "Let's just have ourselves a nice meal. No Guy and no Lee, just me and you. Okay?"

"Yeah o-of course!" I smiled back taking a bite of the sushi and, of course with my luck, choking on it. Wow you really are scoring some points.

Placing his chopsticks down, he languidly climbed to his feat and walked over to me, patting me on my back until I stopped my coughing, "There, all better?"

"Y-yes…thank you," my face was burning up, I was probably as red as the blood pumping into my face.

"Good," he softly cupped my face with his ultra soft hands, "I'm glad. Maybe I'll just sit over here too make sure you are able to eat your food safely." He reached over the table and pulled his food towards him before running his thumb along my lips, "You look very pretty Tenten." That's when he leaned in and captured my lips with his.

The kiss was soft and gentle, as we were both not used to it. His were thin and cold but still soft enough to where they were pretty kissable. When he did pull away, he sent me a small smile before turning back to his meal chuckling at my shocked expression.

The rest of the meal was full of small talk and a calm silence, and when it was over he walked me back to my apartment and placed a chastised kiss on my lips. Pulling away gently he whispered a soft, "Let's do this again, Tenten-chan." He then took his leave, gliding smoothly away like a prince.

And that was when me and Neji became boyfriend and girlfriend.

AN: I do like the NejiTen couple...but this is TemaTen so don't fret about that too much...well...let's just say that that may be a little problem.

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