To the guest who commented on the last chapter saying "Kun is not an endearing term at all. So her using it with Naruto means they are not very well-aquainted, not that she loves him.", please check the Japanese Honorifics section in Wikipedia, which will tell you under the subject of 'Kun' that: It can also be used by females when addressing a male that they are emotionally attached to or have known for a long period of time.

(^_^) That said, I added -san to Sasuke's name to emphasize the difference in the way Hinata spoke to him. So thank you for pointing that out anyway!

To everyone who reviewed, thank you so very much!

Chapter 2: Step 2 - Become a Part Of Her Life

"Don't bother," he said to Naruto, seeing an opportunity. He tugged Hinata's hand from the blonde's by her wrist.

"She's coming with me."

"Okaaay..." Naruto blinked confusedly at Sasuke's sudden suggestion. "I guess it won't be a problem if Hinata doesn't mind," the blonde continued, blue eyes switching from Sasuke's face to Hinata shocked one.

"She doesn't," Sasuke bit out then turned and stalked out of the bar, his hand wrapped securely around Hinata's wrist. No one was going to take her away from him. And definitely not Naruto.

Hinata yanked her wrist from Sasuke's grasp. She couldn't believe his nerve! ordering her around like she was some...some...pet!

"What do you mean I am coming with you?" Hinata asked heatedly as they stepped through the front doors of the bar and into the parking lot.

"I live next to you," Sasuke smirked smugly and Hinata felt like face palming.

"Oh..." she trailed, feeling slightly deflated but she still didn't like the way he had gone about it. He could have explained that to her before grabbing her wrist and hauling her out of the bar. "Why didn't you say so before?"

"There was no need to," Sasuke said stubbornly, refusing to admit that he'd acted on the spur of the moment because she had been paying attention to Naruto and not him.

"Ugh...just..never mind. So are we leaving?" Hinata bit out, feeling frustrated and confused. Why was he making her feel this way? She didn't and couldn't understand.

"This way," the Uchiha grunted, gently tugging Hinata towards the space where he'd parked his car.

An awkward silence filled the car as they drove along the highway to the apartment complex where Hinata, and now Sasuke, lived. Sasuke bit his lip as Hinata's scent filled his nostrils. She was so close. He wanted to...He could see exactly how pink her lips were and how soft and smooth her porcelain skin was. He was itching to lean over and run his hands down the length of her smooth exposed legs, they looked increasingly inviting. He could feel her eyes on him and forced himself to concentrate on the road, he couldn't however stop himself from wondering if she liked what she saw.

Hinata racked her brain, trying to think of something to say...anything in fact but nothing came to mind. However both she and Sasuke were saved trying to find something to converse about because the white modern design apartment came into view as they rounded the corner.

Sasuke easily maneuvered his car into his reserved parking spot and got out to open Hinata's door for her. She blinked in surprise at his gentleman-like gesture and his heart squeezed strangely. Did she despise him that much, that she thought he wouldn't do something a simple as open her door for her? Or was she comparing him to Naruto? He took a step closer towards her and leaned close to her ear.

"It was a pleasure seeing you again...Hinata," he said, well aware that his warm breath was brushing against her ear. Sasuke noticed a slight blush dust her cheeks and he smirked smugly.

"It was good to see you as well Sasuke-san...thank you for the ride," Hinata replied, licking her lips as Sasuke stepped closer. The Uchiha was close enough to press his lips to her neck and trail his hot fingers down her back but he didn't. Instead he curled his fingers into fists, turned and stalked to his front door, slamming it behind him and leaving a puzzled and frustrated Hinata behind.

Sasuke slid down to the floor, his breath coming in short bursts as he rested his back against the front door after slamming it behind him. He knew he was being rude but he couldn't stay any longer in Hinata's presence without losing his control. The night breeze had been whipping her long ebony hair around her milky skin and her arms and exposed back had been covered with slight goose bumps. He had been so close...so close to trailing his finger down her back and arms. Dammit! Sasuke groaned in frustration and shoved himself to his feet and headed to the shower. Over ten years of pent up need and feelings were not always conducive to his self-control.

Hinata watched as Sasuke stormed off into his apartment. What had she done? She had only thanked him for the drive and he acted as though she'd bitten him! Shaking her head in exasperation Hinata moved to her front door, unlocked it and entered into her comfortable home. She kicked off her heels, poured herself a glass of fine red wine and sat wearily on the sofa to reminisce about the night's events.

She was glad to see Sasuke again, how could she not be? He had been her best and only friend during her childhood but he had left after the death of his parents and hadn't looked back since. Or so she thought. Well how wrong could she be? He hadn't contacted her even once over those ten years. He had changed so much, she hardly recognized him now. She had always thought that he resembled his older brother and the thought was even more intense now that she'd seen him again.

Hinata sighed and ran her hand through her long hair, removing the pins from the side. She was glad that her old friend was back but she hardly knew him, she didn't know what he liked from what he disliked...he was like a stranger but one she'd known in the past. She couldn't figure out why he insisted on being so...so abrasive and almost possessive. Did he expect to just waltz back into her life and have her pay all of her attention to him? Hinata just could not understand. And she was sure it wasn't because he had any feelings for her...she wasn't his type anyway.

'What does that matter? Why am I even thinking about what type of women he likes?' Hinata thought, shook her head, set her now empty wine glass down and headed to the shower. A few minutes later Hinata exited the shower, towel wrapped around her body and her hair damp from the refreshing water. Hinata quickly dressed in her favourite black lacy thong and bra set before heading to the kitchen to make a cup of hot cocoa.

Hinata padded through her living room, mind lost in thought. Ever since Sasuke and dropped her home and he had been so close...she couldn't remove the feeling of his warm breath on her neck from her mind. A low whistle jerked Hinata back to the present and she saw Sasuke leaning against his living room window, black eyes drinking in her underwear clad frame.

"What?!" Hinata yelled frustratedly, throwing her hands up into the air. Sasuke slid his window open and leaned forward, a smug smirk on his lips.

"I didn't know you liked lace, Hyuuga-san," he smirked. Hinata blushed furiously and felt like banging her head against a wall when she stuttered in reply. But she couldn't help it...he was just looking at her so...so...dammit!

"Y-Yes I do! I-Is that a problem Uchiha-san?" Hinata said, crossing her arms, unconsciously pushing her breasts together and upwards. Sasuke grinned devilishly.

"No it isn't a problem. Far from actually, I just didn't peg you as the type to wear that type of underwear."

"You don't even know me anymore Sasuke! So why would you know what type of underwear I wear? And why do you even care anyway?!" Hinata said frustratedly, momentarily forgetting that she wasn't fully clothed.

"Can't an old friend try to figure out what type of clothing his friend likes?" Sasuke asked blandly, one eyebrow raised in a decidedly mischievous way. Hinata opened her mouth to reply but she was interrupted by the sound of her phone ringing. She had never felt so grateful for her phone as she did now. Hinata picked up her phone, eyes widening when she saw the caller ID. The brunette turned her back to Sasuke, totally oblivious to the view she was giving him.

"N-Naruto-kun?" Hinata answered the phone gingerly, she could never help but feel nervous around the blonde.

"Hina-chan are you alright? I mean Sasuke kind of just took off with you and I wasn't sure..." Naruto trailed, worry evident in his voice. He was worried about her. Hinata's face heated even more.

"I'm alright Naruto-kun thank you for asking. I know Sasuke is...well complicated but he's my childhood friend and he just got back...a-and," Hinata rambled, waving her hands flustardly.

"I know. I was just making sure everything was alright," Naruto insisted, but Hinata could hear the worry in his voice lessen.

"T-Thank you-" Hinata didn't get to finish her sentence because her phone was no longer in her hands. Her head snapped up, eyes flashing in anger. Sasuke stood before her, his face dark with anger as he gripped her phone in his hands.

"I was talking to you!" he hissed, taking a step towards the Hyuuga heiress.

"I was aware of that! But I was on the phone!" Hinata said, her brow drawn together over her grey eyes.

"It was Naruto wasn't it? Don't you value my presence over his? I just got back..." Sasuke trailed the anger fading from his voice and he grabbed Hinata's wrist, black eyes hungrily searching her grey ones.

"Sasuke I hardly even know you anymore...and then you're being like this, I just..." Hinata's eyes lowered, she couldn't understand why Sasuke got so angry every time she spoke to Naruto.

"Then get to know me again."

Hinata swallowed the mysterious lump in her throat and stepped backwards. He was close too close. She could feel his warm breath on her neck again and she couldn't think straight.

"I-I...fine!" Hinata huffed and tugged at Sasuke's hold on her wrist, but he was not letting go.

"I made you stutter again...Hina-chan," Sasuke purred, his voice low and smooth. A shiver traveled the length of Hinata's spine and she was suddenly aware that she was still only in her underwear. A large red blush heated Hinata's face and neck and she yanked her hand from Sasuke's grip, pushing against his chest.

"Get out of my house! I'm not clothed properly! How did you even get in anyway?" she shrieked, refusing to meet the Uchiha's eyes.

"Your door was unlocked and I am not leaving, not until you promise to go out with me," Sasuke smirked and stepped behind Hinata, his chest brushing against her back. He leaned forward, feeling extremely satisfied when he noticed the blush that stained her cheeks and the goosebumps that dotted her exposed skin.

"So...what will it be, Hina-chan?" he whispered sultrily.

"I-I...ugh fine! N-Now get out!" Hinta huffed and stomped away from Sasuke to put distance between their bodies. She couldn't stand another minute with him behind her.

Sasuke watched as Hinata grew increasingly more flustered. He smirked. It seemed as though his plan was working after all, he'd gotten her to stutter for him at least two times. Sasuke's eyes trailed down Hinata's back and landed directly on her derriere. The base of his throat heated and he forced himself to avert his eyes. She was...well her butt was...he couldn't let his mind wander any longer or he'd be taking another cold shower tonight. Sasuke cleared his throat and stepped back, putting some distance in between himself and Hinata.

"I'll pick you up at 7:00 pm then," He grunted, before turning to walk out the door.

"Sasuke, wait!" Hinata said and he stopped, turning to look at her over his shoulder. Hinata blushed again and bit her lower lip sheepishly.

"Don't tell anyone about...this," she said quietly, gesturing to her underwear clad frame. Sasuke smirked.

"Why would I? I would rather have the view all to myself."

AN: Tanaaaaaaa here is the next chappie! Sorry for the wait! PLEASE FORGIVE ME AND READ AND REVIEW! *bows into the dirt*

Oh I would love if the readers could suggest titles for the next step of Sasuke's plan! hehehe basically I will write Sasuke's plan based off of the titles you suggest! Where do you want to see the story go and Sasuke's plans go? :D Review and let me know~