Disclaimer:I do not own Naruto or any of its respective characters. This fanfiction is for entertainment purposes only. (Mostly my amusement.) However, if I DID own Naruto, it would be called "Neji and Hinata: Byakugan Babies Galore!" That has a nice ring to it...
Author's Note:First off, let me apologize for the late update. I kind of got thrown off my momentum during the Thanksgiving holiday. I didn't have much time to write, so it took a while to put all the pieces together for this chapter. You guys are great. All of your awesome reviews kept me going when I could have just put it off for another day. Also, if anyone would like to suggest some names for random Hyuuga in the next few chapters, I would really appreciate it. You will be credited for your contribution. I'm just awful at thinking of Japanese names. Anyhow, I really hope you like where I'm taking this story. Please don't flame me. I did my best with characters that I am not as familiar with. If anyone is out of character, please give them a chance for the story's sake. Slight lemon, blah, blah, blah... You know the rest. Enjoy!
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Possession - Chapter Six
Hinata sat in the center of the empty training ground, wrapping bandages around her blistered legs. She had left the Hyuuga compound in such a hurry, that she'd forgotten about her wounds. She couldn't let Kiba and Shino see her like this. Then she would have to tell them why– and how. She loved her teammates and could never lie to them. But what they didn't know wouldn't cause her any trouble. She had enough trouble as it was.
She tied the last bandage around her ankle and wiggled her foot to test the strength and pliability of the bindings. She was unaccustomed to such constriction, but it would just have to work, at least until her injuries healed.
When she finished, she repacked what was left of the roll, stood and stretched out her arms and legs. All of her extemities had been wrapped. From elbows to fingertips, knees to ankles, and they all hurt. Not a single fiber of her being was without pain. Even her scalp throbbed from Neji's hair-pulling. But, she would endure. She would train with her team and Kurenai-sensei, and she would love every minute of it.
"Hey, Hinata-chan!" Kiba called from the forest. Akamaru ran out from a bush, speeding toward her while barking a happy tune. When he reached her, she leaned over to pet the little dog, and for the first time that morning, she smiled.
"Kiba-kun." She straightened up, and the smile reached her pearly eyes. She saw him emerge from the shaded trees with Shino beside him. They were right on time, as usual. "Shino-kun!" She waved, feeling the ice around her heart melt just a little more. These were her teammates. They had been through so much together, had fought and killed together, and safeguarded eachother's lives. They were her family, her brothers.
Hinata did not want to control the emotions erupting from her painfully hollow soul. Now, she was safe. Now, she could release it all, and finally drop her guard. She flung herself at them, running as tears of relief flew from her eyes, sparkling like diamonds in the morning light. She was free, if only for a little while.
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Neji blocked another of Lee's fierce kicks, side-stepping as Ten-Ten released her scroll, raining kunai and shuriken upon him. It was a three-way match, with Gai-sensei watching them from the trees. The loser would have to run five-hundred laps around the village.
Ten-Ten's weapons sank into Neji's body, right before he was shrouded by a thick plume of smoke. When it cleared, one perforated log was left on the ground.
"Substitution." Ten-Ten scoffed, taking up another kunai, in a defensive position. Neji and Lee had disappeared, probably regrouping. She listened to the leaves swaying in the breeze. There. She heard it. Footsteps approaching– fast. "Lee!" She exclaimed, throwing the kunai in his direction. To her surprise, he caught the blade flat between his palms and flung in back at her.
Ten-Ten leapt into the air, preparing to release another scroll. The sun was at her back, washing out her features until nothing but her silhouette could be distinguished. Lee leapt after her, already beginning his signature kick.
"Leaf Hurricane!" He shouted, and then his face hit the dirt. Neji had grabbed his other leg, slamming him down. Lee sprang back up, somersaulting into his taijutsu stance. He watched as Neji began to spin, forming the chakra barrier.
"Hakkesho Kaiten!" Neji shouted, as his rotation deflected Ten-Ten's weapons. She landed soundlessly on the ground, with shuriken tucked between each of her fingers. When Neji stopped spinning, he straightened into his Jyuuken stance. Lee came at him then, dodging Ten-Ten's shuriken with lightning speed.
"You won't get away!" She shouted.
Lee sped toward Neji, but his eyes were following Ten-Ten. Suddenly, he shifted in her direction. Increasing his speed, Lee sprang at her, one arm cocked back for a devastating punch.
"Maybe, I do not want to get away!" He challenged.
Lee appeared in front of her, and Ten-Ten found herself unable to block effectively. She was thrown back, soaring limply through the air. She couldn't stop, she couldn't even move as she watched through squinted eyes while her body shot toward the solid wood training post.
Neji focused chakra to his feet, boosting himself up to catch her before she slammed against it. When he landed, Gai-sensei leapt from his hiding place, to join them in the clearing.
"Ten-Ten." Gai said, as Neji placed her softly on the ground. Lee came running, eyes wide as saucers, and a look of pure dread dripping form his face.
"Oh, Ten-Ten! I did not mean to! I am so sorry!" He knelt beside her, waving his arms over her body as if their mere proximity could detect her injuries. He was no medic-nin, and she swatted him away, coughing.
"Stop it, Lee!" She scolded, taking a moment to catch her breath. "I'm not made of glass, you know." She pushed herself into a sitting position. When Gai-sensei cleared his throat, they all looked up at him.
His melodramatic voice was stern when he spoke again. "Ten-Ten," he said, smiling. "You lose."
"God!" She drawled. "This is the last thing I wanted to do today."
"There are no slackers on this team, Ten-Ten," Gai said with enthusiasm. "Now let's go." He pulled the kunoichi to her feet. "Neji, Lee," he glanced toward them both. "Take the rest of the day off. We'll see you later." His teeth sparkled in the sunlight, and then he disappeared.
"Damn!" Ten-Ten exclaimed when the smoke cleared. "Again!" She threw her arms in the air. "I am so tired of this." Then, she look pointedly at Lee, eyes narrowing. "This is your fault!" She spat, hands on her hips, scowling at the bowl-cut boy. His eyes began to water uncontrollably, and his lips quivered with emotion.
"Please, Ten-Ten, allow me to make it up to you!" He came to her, grabbing her hands, as flames of determination burned in his eyes. "I know! I shall also run five-hundred laps around the village! No!" He exclaimed. "I shall run one-thousand laps around the village!"
Ten-Ten had a painful look on her face. Lee was making a fool of himself– again. Not that it was any surprise. He'd been forcing her into extra-curricular training on a regular basis now, and it was getting annoying. The constant need for him to prove himself to her, would it never end? She sighed. Oh, well. At least the overly-enthusiastic shinobi was flirting with her. It was more than she could say for Neji. He only had eyes for his cousin.
"Let's just go, Lee," Ten-Ten huffed, pushing him forcibly away from scowling Neji. If he wanted to brood about whatever it was that was bothering him, then so be it. She wasn't going to sit around pining for a guy who was lovesick over another girl. "Bye, Neji," she said, allowing more pent up frustration into her voice.
"Oh, yes. Goodbye, Neji-san!" Lee called back to the Hyuuga, while Ten-Ten continued pushing him toward the forest. It didn't take long, and soon they were gone, leaving Neji alone with his thoughts.
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Hyuuga Neji slumped his shoulders as he sat with his back against the training post. The same training post, on the same training ground where he'd first raped Hinata-sama. He had almost been violently ill when Ten-Ten told him where their training was to take place. But, he held it together, and when they arrived, he'd claimed the post, and a wide area around it, chasing Lee and Ten-Ten away with deadly glances.
He would not let them come near this shameful space. He would not let them be tainted, as well. As soon as Gai-sensei had arrived, he'd discreetly asked the jounin to meet him back here after training. Neji smiled. He would tell the Green Beast everything, and would relish the beating that ensued.
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Flashback
Neji hooked his arms under Hinata, grasping her shoulders from below. He thrust forward, driving himself into her. Harder. Faster. He rode each crest of her body with ease and efficiency. Smiling, he caressed the curve of her ear with the tip of his nose, inhaling the scent of her sweat and faded lavender. It was a peculiar fragrance, but not unpleasant. Everything about Hinata-sama was pleasing to him.
One hand reached farther, yanking her hair to give him access to her porcelain throat. He licked the length of it, up and down and back again, then nipped at the sensitive skin, tickling her with his hot breath.
"Aishiteru, Hinata-sama," he whispered. "You are so beautiful. No wonder I can not keep my hands off you."
She said nothing, did not even blink. So he continued, bearing his full weight onto and into her, while one hand cupped her face. His thumb absently caressed her lips through the tape barrier. How he longed to kiss her again. How he longed to drown in the sweetness of her mouth. He brought his face close to hers, exhaling while she inhaled his breath through flared nostrils. He watched for any sign of life or recognition. Nothing. Frowning slightly, he leaned in to kiss each of her white eyes. Her lids shut slowly as his lips approached, allowing him to plant his kisses, but when they reopened, they were just as empty.
Neji's breath hitched as her body squeezed him tightly. Hinata-sama was still in there somewhere. He would find her. He would bring her back from the darkness, and they would be together. He wasn't giving up. Not until there was no life left in his body, would he ever concede defeat.
"Listen to me, Hinata-sama," he breathed as his pace quickened again. "You are mine– and I am yours. Let us enjoy this night," he squeezed his eyes shut momentarily. "Because I will not reach for you again," he gasped, careening closer to ecstacy, "until the day when you demand it of me." Then, his hips pounded into her, ruthlessly invading her helpless little body. The bed rocked forward and back, thumping against the wall, swift and steady. "But I will be here... always. For you."
The corners of Hinata's eyes twitched, just a little.
Neji blinked several times. Was she really listening? He wrapped his arms tightly around her, staring into her silvery depths, through wild and impatient thrusts. If it was there, he would see it. Yes. Something glimmered faintly within her. He could not yet place the emotion, but he was hopeful. She felt something, even if it was pure hatred. Because, in the end, even hatred was better than apathy.
Neji smiled. Yes, he would endure her hatred, because when it was all over, it would blossom into love– one way or another.
End Flashback
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He had been so stupid. Why did he do it? He knew it was wrong, so why couldn't he leave her alone? She had been so innocent before, so trusting and altruistic. And then, he had ruined her forever, all because he couldn't control his urges. Damn. What happened to him, to his discipline?
Neji slammed his head back against the training post, allowing his glossy eyes to drink in the afternoon light. He was no genius. If that were true, he would have figured out his feelings toward Hinata-sama much sooner. And, he would have known that she felt the same. He released his breath in a hiss, plunging his face into his palms. She did feel the same– before he raped her. Now, she hated him, and rightfully so.
Neji wondered when Gai-sensei would be finished with Ten-Ten. He hoped it would be sooner than later, because he didn't know if he could take this pain much longer. The torture of the Caged Bird Seal was nothing compared to this. He hurt her. He hurt Hinata-sama, the one he had sworn to protect. He didn't try to fight it anymore, and the first tear rolled down his pale cheek, dripping between his fingers. He hurt Hinata-sama– the one he loved.
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Shino tossed the water bottle to Hinata, as she sat, cross-legged, panting from her bout with Kiba. She caught it, twisting the top off with ease, before drinking deeply.
"So," Kiba's curiosity finally caught up with him. "What's up with the wrappings?"
Hinata nearly choked. Shino shot Kiba a death glare that could not be mistaken, even through his dark shades.
"I-I... just wanted a change, Kiba-kun," she answered when her breath returned. "It is not unusual. Even Neji-niisan," she wrenched the word from her throat. "Even he wears the bindings."
"Yeah, but, he wears them everyday," Kiba reasoned. "Isn't it a bit sudden for you, Hinata-chan?" She did not speak. "And what about your hitai-ate? You've never worn it there before." He tapped his own. "Why start now? What's the deal?"
"Please," Hinata bowed her head, shielding her eyes. "Don't ask me any more questions."
"Hinata," Kiba said, sternly. "If it's nothing, then just come out with it."
"Be quiet, Kiba," Shino interrupted. The two boys shared a look, while Hinata trembled in the breeze.
"Fine," Kiba huffed, but he backed off.
"Alright," Kurenai said, jumping down from the training post she had been sitting on. "Training is over for today. I'm keeping you on a light regimen for the next week. You have a mission soon, so I want you all rested. But, stay on your toes," the jounin shot back at them. "I'll be evaluating your progress when the week is over."
"Hai, sensei," they all answered in unison.
"You are dismissed." She went to leave, but turned back. "Kakashi told me about some get together with his team and Asuma's team. The invitation is extended to you, as well."
"Sounds like fun," Kiba grinned. "Hey, Hinata-chan. I bet Naruto will be there," he goaded. Kiba turned, expecting to see a deep blush flooding her cheeks, however, she had walked away, toward Kurenai-sensei.
"Um... sensei?" Hinata asked, timidly, when she reached the jounin.
"Hm?"
"Would you... accompany me somewhere?" She fidgeted. "Please, Kurenai-sensei?"
"Of course, Hinata-chan," Kurenai answered. "Where is it that you want to go?"
Hinata did not speak for a long time, but she brought her eyes toward Kurenai's red stare. "Hokage-sama's office, please," she said. Kurenai's eyes widened in surprise, but the older woman nodded, and they headed out without another word.
Shino and Kiba were left behind, staring at their backs as they disappeared into the forest.
"They didn't even say goodbye," Kiba complained.
"So what," Shino said. "We have more important things to worry about." Kiba looked at his teammate, his features becoming hard and cold.
"Yeah," he agreed. "Like how Hinata-chan got those injuries she was trying to hide from us. I could smell her blood long before we found her here." Akamaru barked his agreement.
"You do know," Shino hesitated, "that she was out with Naruto last night."
"Hn," Kiba scoffed. "Yeah, I know."
"Let's go." Shino started toward the village. "I think it's time we payed the nine-tails a visit."
"It won't be easy, calling him out in front of his team," Kiba fell into step beside his teammate.
"If we don't do it, we may never find out what happened," Shino countered.
"Yeah, you're right." Kiba ducked under a low-hanging branch, while Akamaru ran ahead of them, clearly impatient. "I was just thinking..." The Inuzuka scowled beside his stoic comrade. "What if Naruto did– "
He caught a rare glimpse of Shino's eyes as he angled his head away.
"What do you think?" The Aburame hissed. Kiba only nodded. They would find the truth soon enough.
End Chapter Six