Vixen:: Sorry!! I haven't been on in forever!!

Hinata:: But you did have a good reason Vixen-sama.

Vixen:: Oh yeah...OK so about a month ago my computer broke down so I decided to take it to these Computer people. Well those stupid computer nerds deleted EVERYTHING from my computer. My music, my pictures, and all of my documents. Even my story Once Upon A Horror Story was deleted!! Now that story is completely gone. =( What really makes me mad is that I told those morons to save all of my documents and they didn't!! AHHHHH!!! (Starts hitting random plush toys)

Hinata:: As you can see, she's still upset about it. But she is sorry. And to make up for being gone so long...

Vixen:: (Gets Happy Super Fast) I'm going to update THREE times in one week!! That's thrice as much comedy!! (Heehee....Thrice)

Hinata:: (Blushes) and....

Vixen:: Lots of Naru Hina FLUFF (in next chapter)!!! And with that, ON WITH THE SHOW!!

Introducing Chapter 9 of The Hybrid Chronicles:: Naruto Style!

A Reunion.

I lost everything I cared about in the sum of 4 years. I lost my mom, my sister, my dignity, my happiness, and my soul. It's a pretty big deal to an eleven year old. Looking back now it seems more like a child over reacting than the end of the world.

I'm pretty much over it but every now and then I can't help but to let a few tears slip. And during those few rare moments of weakness, I can't help but wish I had someone to lean on. Some one to help me and care for me. Not romantically. Someone who is close. Some one who'd rub my back and whisper to me that everything is gonna be okay.

Even if things weren't.

About 6:15, the sun rose and casted its wondrous rays upon the world below. Especially upon a young girl sprawled across their bed. Wincing from the sudden change of lighting, Hinataburied her face farther into the silk comforter beneath her.

"Go away..." she mumbled into her bedding. When the sun didn't do as told, the girl slowly sat up and glared at the golden demon. "Damn sun gotta wake me up. Grrrr..." Growling to herself, she silently stood and began her day. Taking a quick shower, she dressed in the black shorts and tank top that Tsunade had provided her the night before. Slipping on a pair of slippers, she opened her door and walked down the hallway to the elavater. As she was waiting, she listened for any signs of others. On the 5th floor, Tsunadewas pacing in her office again. However, on both the 3rd and 4th level, not a single sound was made except from the occassional snore or cough.

When the elevater arrived she stepped in and pushed the button for the 2nd floor.

'Might as well work out a bit before breakfast.'she thought as the elevater buzzed loudly in it's decent. Coming to a halt, the elevater doors swung open and Hinataquickly made her escape from the screaming metal death trap. Grabbing a water bottle from a small fridge by the elevater, she made her way toward the treadmills. Starting at a low pace, she quickly zoned out and escaped into her own little world.

Somewhere on the third floor, Naruto was sleeping wonderfully. He was right in the middle of a marvelous dream when a loud buzzing and rattling startled him. Quickly getting out of bed, he dressed in his usual training putfit. Baggy black shorts and an orange muscle shirt. Jogging to his door, he silently slid it open andpeeked his head through. After looking up his hallway twice, he decided that it was safe. Walking to the stair well, he quickly made his way down to the second floor.

Hinata was right in the middle of her work out when a pair of pale arms wrapped around her. Hinata didn't scream nor did she struggle. However, she did bring up her leg and kick her attacker between the legs. The man grunted andreleased her as he fell to the ground. Turning around and getting into attack position, Hinata prepared to spring forward and attack.

The male grunted. "Damn that hurts."

Hinata froze. "N-n-neji?" she whispered in complete awe.

The man grunted in answer.

Running to his side, Hinata gently rolled him on his back. Silver stared into purple.

Neji smiled as best as he could while in pain. "Hey Hime. Long time, no see."

Hinata laughed at his long time nickname for her. Pulling him into a big hug, Hinata couldn't help but let a few tears out.

Neji let her cry as he gently rubbed her back.

They were having a sweet family reunion.

Right then, of course, Naruto just had to walk in.

Naruto stood in the work room door way, completely shocked at the scene before him.

Hinata was crying.

'Why? Is she hurt?! If Neji hurt her, I'm going to kill him!!', he thought as he rushed to Hinata's side.

"Hinata," Naruto called out as he collapsed beside her. "Are you alright?"

Nejiturned toward the blond haired boy. "She's okay Naruto." He turned back to Hinata. "Just a little overwhelmed."

Calming down some, Hinata pulled back and stared at Neji. He did the same.

"I can't believe your here. I haven't seen or heard from you since my mom's funeral." She whispered in disbelief.

Neji smiled. "You should talk. I leave for a year and then I get a letter from one of your maids stating that Hiashi died from a heart attack. I come back and everyone's gone." He shook his head. "Is what Elder Michi told me true?"

Hinata tilted her head to the side confused. Naruto watched them.

Neji continued. "Elder Michi told me you had up and disappeared. She also said you took Hanabi withyou." He paused long enough to look around. "Where is Hanabi?" He asked looking at Hinata.

A sob wracked Hinata's body as she tried to form a sentence. "S-S-She's--Oh Neji!!" She sobbed. "T-T-They t-took her."

Neji's eyes widened. "Who took her?" He shook her shoulders a bit. "Who, Hinata?!?"

Hinata raised her head enough to look him in the eyes. "The Akatsuki."

Vixen:: Well.....that was short. Or atleast I think so.

Hinata:: (Sniff) I thought it was good.

Naruto::(O.O) Hinata!! Are you crying?!?!

Hinata:: (sob) So What If I Am?!

Naruto:: (hides in corner) I'M SORRY!!!

Vixen:: I thought this chapter was kinda needed, don't you?

Hinata :: (sobs more)

Vixen:: I was gonna have Neji and Hinata reunite anyway. I just thought I should hurry it up so I can put some action in there. So the next chapter is gonna be all Hanabi'sP.O.V. (shivers with anticapation) I Can't Wait!! =D Hit it Hinata!!

Hinata:: (whimpers) T.T

Vixen:: Okay.... Naruto!!

Naruto:: (sits in emo corner) I want my mommy....

Vixen:: (sigh) Well, see ya next time. And don't forget to review.

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