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Written by: Moon's Phantom38

Couple: Akimichi Choji x Hyuuga Hinata

Jam

Chapter Two: Jumpy

She worried her lip, chewing at it as she stared hard at the gates of the compound and ignored her sister's curious glances. It wasn't allowed to activate the Byakugan within the compound but she hadn't been able to resist, her curiosity burning and she knew Hanabi wouldn't tell. In fact, she'd been the one to tell her. She just hoped her sister didn't get any ideas.

Hanabi tugged at her sleeve. "He's been pacing there for the last hour. It can't be another mission can it, so soon? You're still recovering."

Squinting, she couldn't see any scroll on him. It wasn't a mission because Lady Hokage had told her, rather sternly that she needed rest and wouldn't be sent for until she was fully healed. She had better go down there and see what the young man needed; she didn't want her father or cousin to see him. They hadn't been very understanding and had been furious, they wouldn't attack him…however when they were angry, they could be unreasonable. "Hanabi, make sure father and niisan don't find out."

The younger Hyuuga smirked slyly. She glared in response.

Quickly with a laugh, Hanabi ran off and she, herself, made her way to the gates. The guards shared a look and politely greeted her, whispering in her ear once she approached. He hadn't noticed and kept pacing, muttering under his breathe. "Hinata-sama, Akimichi-san has been doing this since he got here, he hasn't requested to see anyone. I fear Neji-sama sees him."

She sighed and nodded, thanking him. Walking closer, she heard her name in his mutterings and watched his animated hand gestures. The guards have spotted him passing the compound several times this week, how he hesitated and warily watched the windows. Thankfully nobody had mentioned it to her father or Neji-niisan. So she wasn't surprised to see him, just curious and a little concerned. "Choji-san."

He didn't respond, even after she called him a second time nor a third time. He was too lost in his musings. Smiling, silently she snuck up on him and tapped his shoulder. The man jumped, jumped and reflexively punched at her. Immediately, she dodged and moved away from his attack. He flinched when they locked eyes. "S-sorry, Hinata."

"It's okay. I'd worry if you hadn't." She said with a giggle, he relaxed and laughed along. His whole body moved in his amusement, shoulders shaking and his brown locks bounced too. She prefers seeing him like this, not pacing and worrying. He was naturally a laid-back and cheerful person, this was much better. "Niisan will be back home soon."

Choji paled and gulped. Knowing conflict would arise if the genius caught him here, he wasn't the first to be in his bad books and wouldn't be the last. He wasn't welcome at the Hyuuga compound right now. "I…uh…"

She titled her head at him, crossing her arms behind her and gazed at him softly. "It won't last forever, Choji-san, look at Naruto-kun and Lee-san. He says they're annoying but he still trains with them."

He nodded at her words, calming once more. She smiled and asked, "Would you like to join me at Jasmine Dragon for some tea?"

A/N

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Moon's Phantom38