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It had been somewhat of a challenge to get Shino to agree to go swimming once his coughing was done, and then even more of a feat to get him to actually take his jacket off. Getting his shirt off however, proved to be the hardest challenge of her life and Tenten had nearly decided to just push him in fully clothed. Eventually though, he took it off and then slid right into the water as if embarrassed. From what Tenten had seen though, he really had nothing to be embarrassed about. His glasses stayed firmly on though, and she knew nothing short of Tsunade literally ripping them off, would remove them. That might not even be enough.

That was alright though. Despite the awkward start with her trying to get Shino to actually move around and swim, the afternoon had turned very pleasant. Or at least it was for her.

"How did you ever pass the academy swimming like that?" she teased as Shino once again dipped under the water and bobbed like a balloon. Who would think that swimming would be Shino's weakness? Now she was glad she hadn't just pushed him in.

"I am simply out of practice." he growled. "and I do not enjoy you patronizing me."

"I'm not patronizing you." Tenten swam closer, a mischievous glint in her eye as she dragged her arm underneath the water's surface, creating a wave that slammed directly into him and nearly knocked off his glasses. "Now, I'm patronizing you." Tenten poked his forehead.

Shino's face dead panned.

"So that is how you fight."

"What are…"

Before anymore could be said, Tenten's eyes widened as Shino made several signs and she watched as his bugs swarmed upward, cupping the water and building a wave. He was watching her. Seemed to be waiting for some kind of reaction of fear.

Instead, Tenten grabbed his arm and even with his glasses, she could almost imagine their shocked expression.

"Bring it on."

There was seconds before the kikaichi dispersed and the wave came crashing down, lifting them both up and pushing them forward with such force it felt as if they were trapped in a storm. Tenten whooped and laughed, holding Shino's arm tighter and noticing a small grin on his face.

That ended though as they both hit the now slick and muddy ground with a thud. Shino instantly rolled over, concern briefly flashing on his face.

"I apologize. I didn't realize…"

"Lets do it again!" Tenten cut him off still laughing.

His face blanked.

"You…were not disturbed by…"

"By what? The bugs or the water? Ooooh real scary." she rolled her eyes and grabbed his arms.

"Come on! Just one more time! At least!"

Maybe it was her imagination, but it seemed like Shino suddenly picked up speed with her, and there was less reservation as they entered the water.

Two hours later, both gasping and smiling, Tenten looked over at Shino as they rested against the side. The light bouncing off of Shino's glasses as they attempted eye contact.

"You know, I'm glad I brought you out here." Tenten smiled.

"I am…pleased as well. Not many would have."

Tenten lightly punched his arm, fighting off any sulk.

"Then we'll just have to do this again, won't we? Next time, I'll actually wear my suit. It's kinda small though. Maybe I should get a new one…" again, Shino began choking and coughing and Tenten patted his back. He really needed to get that coughing checked out.

End of five and six.

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