His hair untied

Hinata was relieved nobody had asked anything about today's events. Her father about being late for the evening training, Temari about what had happened at the Uchiha's home and Itachi about her being there in the first place. Hinata couldn't tell the truth to any of them.

Her father would probably be furious knowing she even thought of disturbing Itachi before an important mission, so she went to bed early to avoid possible questioning.

While combing her hair before going to sleep, Hinata lifted it in the air to see for herself how she would look like with Temari's hairstyle. Even though she didn't like that style, Hinata couldn't stop thinking about significant resemblance between the two of them.

Just like Temari was feeling uncomfortable with her hair untied, what Hinata had a chance to see after she herself had untied it, Hinata was feeling awkward with her hair up. Even though Temari was definitely stronger and more confident than Hinata, she wasn't the one making the first move to experience their kiss. That couldn't mean she didn't wish for it to happen because Temari was the one in control the whole time. Hinata didn't mind, feeling glad she had done it.

She wanted to try it out for too long. Time was passing by and she was getting closer with Temari and wanted to get the feeling Sakura and Ino had while kissing every once in a while. Temari's hesitation meant she was feeling too close to Hinata to initiate an intimate action without considering Hinata's feelings. Hinata chuckled while remembering how she's been thinking Temari's been inconsiderate and rigid, yet she didn't mind when Hinata let her spiky blonde hair to move freely.

Temari's hair wasn't the only one Hinata untied today. Darker and much longer hair was on her mind and in her hands for quite some time. It was Itachi's dark hair.

It was the first time she had seen him with his hair untied. It was the first time for too many things she wished to happen again. It was the first time she realised for herself everything Temari, Ino and Sakura have been saying for the last couple of weeks.

Hinata didn't forget Sakura's encouragement to act the same like the first night, meaning to take advantage of the moment knowing she can't be sure whether or not it will occur again.

Ino has been the most impatient one among them and Hinata now understood why she would definitely be anxious about if she hadn't accepted Ino's advice. Thanks to Ino, Hinata had the opportunity but thanks to Temari, Hinata knew exactly what to do and she was determined to do it.

For the first time she finally accepted the fact everything's over and there's nothing she could do.

Not only she couldn't cancel the wedding, she didn't want to. A postponement maybe wouldn't be the worst idea ever, then again, she wanted to become Itachi's wife. All this time she was waiting for her feelings to change but she knew she would never stop loving him. Then again, why would she even try? He's never let her down, made her sad or angry, always polite and considerate, and she loved him because of all that. He was the same, he didn't change and at the same time, she adored and hated his seriousness and calmness, aware he would never lose his cool. Although his actions were similar, never rash or unthinkable, they weren't unreadable. He's been always showing his concern, worry, respect and, after some time of restraining, his longing couldn't stay hidden, either.

She was thinking about leaving him only because it seemed better than be with him in case he doesn't share her feelings. Too afraid to find out the truth, today or any day before today, made Hinata feel helpless. But she wasn't like that. Knowing she will never gather courage to ask or tell him anything, she decided it's the best if she tries different approach.

She was planning to mention everything what's been bothering her, observing his reactions. There was no need to ask direct questions and getting an answer that you wanted to hear.

She knew she had chosen the right way to investigate things out because she was never able to start an important topic while she was with him. He had so many other things to worry about and her minor problems seemed irrelevant. She didn't want to ask why he was unhappy or mad, she wanted to find out what she can do about it to change it. If he didn't want for the wedding to occur, he only had to say one word, one request, and she would make his wish become true, because nobody should accept lifelong commitment for the wrong reason.

She had to see for herself he's not unhappy because of the wedding, that he won't run away from her and check if he's been missing her like she's been missing him.

She wanted to let him know she's not regretting marrying him and show him she's impatient for him to get back to get over with everything.

She would give her best to make him happy. She wasn't ready to become an Uchiha. Not in two weeks time or ever. She wasn't feeling like she was the right one to take over the duty of the heiress of her clan.

She was certain she would give her best to accomplish one wish she had. She wanted to become Itachi's wife even though she was aware she wasn't ready. She wished to spend more time alone with him and after today, she wanted it more than ever.

Just like before, everything felt completely different while she was alone with him.

He won't fall in love with her, he won't hate her, he won't think less of her, his feelings or opinion about her won't change after this afternoon together and she will definitely be more calm while counting days until the big day. Only thing that could go wrong has been taken care of and there was no excuse to not make the best of it.

''Itachi-san!'' Hinata called for her fiancé as quietly as possible, trying not to disturb Ino and Sasuke who were on their way out of the house.

Itachi checked all of the unexpected people at his home. He didn't seem mad, only surprised, just like his brother. After he heard Hinata, he looked at the spot she's been standing and slowly began climbing the stairs to get closer, looking very confused.

''What is going on in here?'' he asked carefully, when he joined Hinata on the top of the stairs.

''Sakura-chan wanted to see Sasuke-kun and Ino-chan came to speak to her about something important.''

Hinata was prepared to tell him lies because Temari had told her to stay calm. As Hinata could conclude, Ino and Sakura also had a new situation they needed to handle and Hinata refused to be the one to ruin everything just because she'd kissed Temari not so long ago.

''And you?'' Itachi asked, not understanding how Hinata was related to Sakura's problem.

''You know how Sakura-chan is worried about Sasuke-kun meeting Naruto-kun in Suna,'' Hinata began,''She wanted to talk to your brother about it.''

''I know about that issue,'' Itachi nodded.

''Then you also know,'' Hinata continued more quietly, noticing Sasuke got back inside to enter the living room,''Sasuke-kun doesn't think that's relevant, so I am suppose to keep you occupied while they are talking.''

''So you are a decoy?''

''Sort of,'' Hinata smiled.

''So you are here because Sakura-chan asked you to be?'' Itachi continued his interrogation.

''No! I suggested it,'' Hinata replied quickly. ''It's important for them to be alone and,'' Hinata paused, looking towards the first floor, ''maybe we should get out of the hallway. They probably hear us.''

''Probably. I'm surprised we are not hearing them.''

''Why? Will Sasuke-kun get mad?''

''Well, they fight a lot before any mission,'' Itachi began. ''Right after Sasuke gets back, they make up. I don't see the point in any of it.''

''I think it's normal for Sakura-chan to show her worry,'' Hinata shrugged.

''Are you trying to tell me something?''

''No! I mean, nothing like Sakura-chan,'' Hinata forced a smile, ''I know you try to avoid unnecessary fights so there's no need for my request to not fight with Naruto-kun or anyone else. But I would like to ask you to keep an eye on Sasuke-kun.''

''So you are concerned for him?''

''I am concerned about Sakura-chan,'' Hinata said honestly. ''She is my maid of honour and deals with me and my requests so it's time to return the favour. Please?''

''There won't be any problem.''

''Thank you so much, Itachi-san.''

The way he's been looking at her wasn't revealing his anger she's there or impatience to get rid of her company. Either way, Hinata knew they had to leave the hallway.

''Don't you need to pack for your mission?'' she asked plainly.

''I do, but not right now.''

''I mean, I won't mind if you do. There is no point in standing here and waiting.''

''I guess you are right, we should leave before the noise starts.''

''Didn't you come home to pack in the first place?''

''I did, but-''

''I don't want to waste your time!'' Hinata interrupted.

''You couldn't possibly ever,'' he said seriously, placing his palm on her shoulder, ''waste my time.''

She desperately wanted to say something, but she couldn't. Seeing him calm, patient and understanding made her feel bad she'd come here to bother him in the first place.

''I can pretend to pack while talking to you,'' he smirked, ''if that will make you more calm.''

She smiled and he took her hand, pulling her gently after him to get away from the stairs. He's been always like this when it would come to her strange questions and requests. She wasn't sure why, but she was glad.

She's been following Itachi to his room, taking small steps to pretend she didn't know how far they need to go. He didn't know that Mikoto had shown her around the house many times just like he mustn't find out Hinata's been in his room with Temari.

''There,'' Itachi said, closing the door behind them. ''Now I can pack if you want me to.''

Hinata smiled while trying to spot a sign on him that would reveal he had a hunch somebody had been in here, not so long ago. She fixed the bedding before she'd left the room, but she might had done it differently than usual.

''Is something wrong with my bed?''

''No! Why do you think that?''

''You've been staring at it the whole time so I was wondering if you would like to try it out.''

''Try it out?''

''I meant if you wanted to sit, not to sleep!'' he added quickly.

It was the most common thing to have a bed in a bedroom to sleep in it. Why did he have to explain it?

''Or you are in a rush?'' he asked. ''You can sit down if you are not.''

''I am not in a rush,'' she smiled to his unexpected suggestion.

He looked like he was waiting for her to show she's not in a hurry, so she decided to take care of two problems at the same time. She sat on a bed on the same spot she'd fixed before and that way she also proved she's been here because of him, not Sakura or anybody else. She didn't want to leave the impression somebody's forced her to be with him. On the other hand, she didn't want to show how much she's been missing him.

After leaving Itachi's side, Hinata noticed he's been holding her hand the entire time and she wasn't aware of it until she let go of him. And now she was too far! Then again, if she hadn't sat, then he would've thought she was ready to go any minute now. At least this way he could see for himself she was sitting patiently on his comfortable bed. On which she made out with Temari!

She had to distract her thoughts from that episode somehow, so she asked the most unnecessary question she could have asked.

''How long will the mission take?''

''I am not sure. Especially because we need to get to Suna on time. My brother isn't too reliable when his best friend is around.''

''They are rivals and the best friends at the same time,'' she smiled. ''Isn't it great?''

''As long as they are rivals during friendly sparring.''

Hinata assumed Itachi was implying on Naruto's obvious feelings for his brother's fiancée. Although she wondered what Itachi was thinking about Naruto's decision to leave Konoha, she knew she could ask him about that any other time. Today was a different day when nobody but them should be discussed!

There were too many things which would lead in the wrong way so she concentrated on good things.

''At least you don't need a rain coat since it never rains in Suna,'' she tried to make Itachi busy with packing, so she could stop worry about his constant doubtful gaze.

''You don't like rain?''

''It might ruin everything in two weeks time,'' she carefully mentioned the wedding.

She was observing his reaction. He didn't seem upset.

''Don't we have an alternate location in case of rain?''

''Yes,'' Hinata replied, a bit surprised by his question.

''Then there's nothing to worry about,'' he said before she could complain about her wish to avoid the rain because everything would be better if it goes as planned.

Itachi must have noticed her fake smile because he slowly approached her and sat next to her.

''You shouldn't be worried over things you can't control, like rain. Or the guests who will probably drink too much. Or anything that has something with the ceremony itself. It won't determine future, ours or anybody else's.''

He actually gave a thought about everything!

''Too much worry over unimportant tradition is unnecessary. Marriage should be in the spot, not the ceremony.''

Not only he didn't seem uninterested, his opinion was the same as hers! Why did she even think the opposite?

''I am certain you will be the most beautiful bride Konoha has ever seen.''

Hinata smiled shyly at that unnecessary compliment.

It was something she wanted to hear, but also irrelevant at the moment. Being a pretty bride wasn't a reason to put on a gown and go through the wedding. Turning your life upside down because of the wrong reason was the worst that could happen.

''Will you miss your old room?'' she asked to change the subject.

''I don't think so. I am not attached to things or places.''

''Of course, I thought-''

''About missing my former life here?''

''It will change in two weeks.''

''I don't think about it that way. It's just a part of my life, nothing more. It was supposed to change at some point. Are you afraid of that change?''

''There is nothing to be afraid of!'' she said happily. ''I mean, it will be a great change, but we will adjust.''

It will be a huge difference and she was worried about everything until today. Right now, she wondered how many new things she would discover about Itachi and she couldn't possibly find out about before.

''Why are you looking at me like that?''

The reason for his question must have been her constant smiling while staring at his hair.

''Like what?'' she asked carefully, to find out if she's been staring too much.

''Like you are waiting for something.''

''I am not! I was just wondering,'' she smiled shyly, ''how you would look like with your hair untied.''

''My hair untied?'' he repeated, but she noticed a shy smirk on his face.

'''It's not that important,'' she assured him. ''I will find out in two weeks. I suppose you don't sleep with your hair like that. Or you do?''

''Depends.''

''Oh. I didn't know,'' she shrugged.

''Sometimes I have a feeling it's too long,'' he admitted,''Then again if it was shorter, it would be in my way again.''

''Long hair suits you,'' she smiled. ''You look more serious.''

He ran his fingers through few unruly strands that were left out in the front.

''You mean, more intimidating?'' he asked, pretending to be serious.

''For those who don't know you, yes,'' she explained.

''You don't want me to leave that impression?''

''Better than to look intimidated,'' she said quietly.

''Is that what you think about yourself?''

''I don't look like that to you?''

''No, you look kind and-''

''You don't look intimidating, either,'' she said quietly. ''Just reliable and serious.''

Her hands, both placed casually on the mattress, went up to be placed at his shoulders.

''I was just wondering,'' she took a strand of his hair. ''That's all.''

Although he seemed surprised, he didn't object. She cupped his head gently and he lowered his head to make it easier for her to untie his hair. She smiled when he got so close he almost kissed her. He was still acting like they weren't all alone.

''So?'' he asked, while she was carefully putting his hair to the front to see its full length.

''You are the same,'' she said, observing carefully his face, now partly covered with his long hair. ''Maybe just a bit uncomfortable.''

''Well I want to-'', he began, but Hinata figured out what's been bothering him.

She quickly put hair that had been on the way behind his ears.

''Better like this?'' she asked, still having her palms on his cheeks.

''Much better,'' he said quietly, aware they were already very close to each other.

While looking at Itachi's dark eyes, Hinata thought it would be a shame to have him so close and not to have more. Everything was settled, there was no need to be nervous over physical contact. Not now, indoors, while they were all alone.

It seemed to her they'd decided to do the same at the same time because their lips met half way. She didn't pull away after one soft peck neither did he. She could feel his hands stroking her hair while enjoying another tender kiss, a bit longer than the first. He stopped for a moment just to see her smiling at him, ready to have more. Shifting closer, she didn't feel like waiting for his move, so she cupped the back of his head, to prevent him from pulling away, and initiate one long and sweet kiss. He must've liked her idea of having him closer because when she slipped her hands around his neck, he laid her down and got on top of her. Somehow.

She didn't know how and she didn't care because his lips on her neck were making her wish for more.

Hinata would've never opened her eyes if he hadn't stopped. But he did. Seeing him getting up confused her.

''What is it?'' she asked quietly,

''I'm sorry,'' he said quickly, ''I wasn't thinking clearly, it won't happen again.''

She sat up next to him.

''Why? You didn't like it?'' she asked carefully.

''It's not a time for something like that.''

''So you did like it?''

''Hinata-san, I-''

His words didn't confirm her suspicion, but his kiss did. Of course he liked it!

The moment she pressed her lips on his, he leaned forward, like he forgot everything he'd said, and she could feel him on top of her again.

It was so obvious that the problem wasn't him or her, it was everything else they couldn't control, just like all things in their lives. Every other time she would be worried over inappropriate place, not enough time and possible interruptions. Right now those problems were eliminated and she could finally relax. She's never explored his or her body, panicking over simple touch, afraid it wouldn't feel right or she wouldn't respond in a way she was supposed to. It was immature and insecure to think that without no reason at all, but she couldn't help it.

Just when she was about to move to get on the bed completely, he started getting up again!

She was holding onto his clothes to stop him. He was stronger than her and he could get up if he wanted it so badly, but he wasn't persistent. He was still, waiting for her to release him. She made her grip tighter instead.

''We shouldn't be doing this,'' he said carefully.

''We are not doing anything. Nothing wrong and unusual, at least. Long time ago you wanted to be closer and right now it seems you are running away. Is there a reason for that? Why do you want to stop?''

''It might lead to something more!''

''There is nothing more, Itachi-san. There is no need to rush you, as you wanted it once, you will probably do it again. When you feel like it. And I want to know if that's what you want now!''

''Does that mean you want it?''

''I want you. I don't care where this sweet kissing will lead, I want more of it!''

He slowly bent over her to get closer and she was carefully letting go of his shirt clenched between her fingers.

''You want me to kiss you?'' he asked quietly.

''Uh-huh,'' was all she could say, staring at his lips, which seemed now more delicious than ever!

They didn't only look that way, they tasted great and felt wonderful. What was so special today than some other time? They've kissed before, but it didn't feel like this.

His kisses were short and timid, like he's been waiting for her to stop him. She wanted him to relax and give her more so her hands instinctively went lower on his back to embrace him for real. The common gesture made him stop.

''Do I look like I wanted you to stop?'' she asked, becoming annoyed because of his unreasonable behaviour.

''This is wrong!''

''It's not! It can't be!'' she protested.

''It will become wrong!''

''Fine,'' she sighed sadly, letting him to get up.

She didn't understand why this was so pleasant for her and it was making him uncomfortable at the same time. She cared about his feelings and she certainly didn't want to be too persistent. She couldn't see the reason for his hesitation.

She didn't understand until he straighten up so she could look at him better. He was catching his breath, trying to maintain his cool, but he couldn't.

So this was the reason why bed is not perfect when it comes to talking!

What Hinata thought of as innocent kissing, for him meant introduction for something more. Much more she wasn't aware of until now despite his warnings. She definitely started something unintentionally, but she refused to end it at its beginning.

''Itachi-san,'' she sat up, ''I just wanted to be with you some more before you go. It will be very long and stressful two weeks. And the wedding day will be everything but easy. But, it's true I didn't come for that today. I also didn't come to tease you. If you want me to go, I will leave.''

''I don't want you to leave.''

''Is there something else you want?''

''I am the problem and you are not playing with me. Don't worry.''

''Nobody is here who will decide what is right or wrong. In fact, nobody is here. In entire house. There is nothing inappropriate you can do.''

''I'm sorry if you think we are here because of it! It's not important at all!''

''It's not what you expect but what you want. I am sorry if I misunderstood.''

''You don't have to apologize.''

Long ago he wanted her closer than now. Everything was different back then, when nobody expected anything. She wasn't expecting anything special now, just to be close to him. She would rather kiss than talk, since kissing wouldn't reveal her doubt. And she loved the way he used to kiss her, while they were alone and carefree.

''We are not obligated to do anything, now or ever.''

''What do you mean?''

''We should do what we truly want, not because someone expects it.''

''Don't you remember the last time?''

''That doesn't mean it will be the same, you are thinking about it too much!''

''I might cause you pain,'' he said quietly, like he didn't want to say it clearly.

''We can't know that for sure.''

''You won't stop me.''

In his gaze she didn't see anger or impatience. It was worry.

''I,I,'' she was stuttering, not being able to deny his fear.

''No, Hinata-san, it's not worth it. Nothing is.''

She couldn't let him retreat now. She didn't come here for this but she definitely didn't want to tease him.

''I will be fine! If not, it will be my fault.''

''It's not that simple.''

''If you don't want it, I will forget this ever happened and we won't mention it again.''

She waited for his reply long enough and, when she didn't get it, she had something to give to him. Her tender kiss turned out into a steamy make out, which they didn't end not even while on their way to get entirely on the bed. It felt better than regular kissing, but also far from something more.

She could feel his arousal and, unlike before, it wasn't the reason of her worry. It was his restraining. Was it her fault from before?

He was refusing to act along with his body's desire, remembering well their previous attempts. She wished to enjoy, but she didn't. She didn't want him to know the truth, but she couldn't fake it, either.

He couldn't know she was feeling differently at the moment and, to be completely honest, she didn't even know how to explain the strange warmth all over her body whenever he would put his hands on her shoulders, thighs, neck or belly.

He knew he was her first one because she'd told him before. It wasn't him, he was the same as usual, slow, careful and thoughtful. She was the one who had changed. She didn't have to impress him or be worried she would do something wrong.

Her body wasn't the problem, it was her mind. How could she ever think of something's not right with her young and untouched body? She had to unwind and release herself from unnecessary boundaries.

Her body could relax because her mind was aware nothing could go wrong. Everything was over and nothing would happen. Itachi, on the other hand, didn't think the same. At least, he wasn't acting like he did. Hinata was aware that her words can always fool him, but not her actions. There was only one way to prove him she wouldn't change her mind.

He didn't believe her words, but she had another way to prove him she's made up her mind. She carefully took one of his hands he's been having in hers to put it on her upper thigh. He looked at her, looking surprised.

''Do you mind,'' she smiled, ''if I go on top?''

''On top,'' he swallowed, ''of me?''

''Is that a yes?'' she asked carefully.

''No, not at all! I just thought-''

''That way you won't be concerned if you are going too fast,'' she explained.

''Am I going too fast? I don't want to do anything and I-''

This was becoming unbearable. He was still thinking she hadn't been honest with him. She had only one thing left to do and she's been always thinking of it as too explicit. At the moment, even that seemed better than not doing anything to get rid of Itachi's doubt.

While she was holding tightly onto his shirt, he wasn't able to get up.

''It's something you can't control. And you don't have to, not right now and not around me.''

''Of course I have to! I-''

''We can't give up just because it didn't turn out the way we had expected!''

''But-''

''I don't want you to restrain when there is no need for it. You've never done something I haven't wished for. It will feel right because we both want it.''

She could see he was hesitating and she was the one to blame. Until today, she didn't even think of how her shy and reserved actions could determine his future behaviour.

''We should give it a try at least,'' she proposed.

''I don't want to try.''

''Then we will go all the way!''

She caught him of guard and now she was on top. He seemed surprised, but that was all. His body wasn't showing he didn't like her on top especially when his arms, after she'd bent lower to kiss him, wrapped around her back. Carefully, slowly and gently, but he was holding her like he didn't want to let her go.

She could be concentrated on him instead of on everybody and everything else. She was calm because there was no pressure. He wasn't insisting on anything, being considerate as always.

While she was down, he was able to get up whenever he would feel he might get carried away too much, thinking that they hadn't wanted the same. This way, while she was on top, he couldn't get up or go too far, because she was in control. She didn't like the feeling of control, but now, when she wasn't trapped under his weight and able to stop him, Itachi's kiss became sure.

It wasn't his usual kiss that led to nothing. It was a long hungry kiss that was expecting something more. She could've stopped him if she hadn't liked it. But she had. Strange pleasant warmth she has been feeling below her waist was getting more intense.

''Itachi-san,'' she whispered.

''You don't-'' he tried to guess what's bothering Hinata.

''I think your clothes are in the way!''

She said it to inform him why his shirt was in her hands. Letting him on top again, for any reason, would mean getting back on the start and assuring him there's no need to rethink everything all over again! That was a complete waste of time because she was becoming impatient. Also there was no need to make a big deal out of her nudity. He's seen her naked before and she had a feeling she was more concerned about her naked body than his. This time she wasn't worried about that part, knowing nothing will help her relax like thinking about other stuff, like undressing her fiancé. After she was done with removing his shirt, she bent over him again so he could take off her clothes.

He was never complimenting her looks, noticing her embarrassment while he was undressing her and she was glad he didn't. That way she didn't have to worry if he's been honest or not, which would make her feel even more uncomfortable. He was always slow and careful with everything and she trusted him completely. That was the main reason to stop restraining this time, in spite of previous attempts.

Her upper body part was completely naked now. She put her hair in a way to cover her breasts entirely, still not feeling comfortable enough. He didn't try to remove her hair, waiting for her to relax more, while having his hands around her back, in her opinion quite high. He was always looking, never staring, never making her uncomfortable or ashamed.

When she closed her eyes while kissing him, her hair moved, leaving her skin bare naked and feeling his, she realised she didn't care. She didn't feel naked, embarrassed or uncomfortable. She was feeling great because she was doing something she's been waiting for too long and she was enjoying every second of it!

The progress was evident and he was anticipating the final step. She had to let him on top because she never actually meant to take control, only prove she was serious and honest with him. She didn't go this far to skip it.

Like he had known what her shy smile means, he caressed her cheek gently and she found out she was very rosy at the moment.

''You must stop me,'' he said.

It sounded like a plea and right now she didn't intend to stop him in doing anything.

She put her hands on his shoulders, so she could slowly lay down on her side and let him know she expects him to take her place. He embraced her shoulders and waist and he had her in his arms, waiting her possible objection.

''I don't want to stop you,'' she said, touching his lips while she spoke.

Beginning his first arousing kiss, his hands went lower to get rid of the rest of their clothes.

She was the one in control to stop it, but actual control was his. And she was glad because that meant they both wanted it. She knew he was doing it for her, always being concerned and caring, never impatient or uninterested.

So close and so far at the same moment, she had to adjust to this situation. She knew Itachi wouldn't do anything unless she initiates it. So she did the unthinkable. She said her wish out loud.

''I think,'' she swallowed, ''I am ready for more.''

''More?'' he repeated, like he wanted her to deny what she'd said.

''I am ready for more!''

His timid stroke surprised her, now feeling this wasn't enough. She was ready for more and she needed it!

Following the curve of her inner thigh, he was slowly approaching to her sensitive spot. She was trembling under his careful caress because she couldn't wait to have more. A few moments before she was impatient because of her concern and now her body expected more and every stroke of her thighs or belly or any part but the right one meant pleasure and irritation because of more waiting!

She was certain it couldn't feel worse than she was feeling at the moment. Her body was tense in anticipation. That tension was becoming worse with every caress, she was shivering while waiting for more. She shuddered at the thought of possible unavoidable situation she'd forced to happen.

Without announcing anything, while kissing her slowly, he settled his hips between hers to proceed, very slowly, a bit up, still not close or rushing to get closer.

Her thoughts distracted with more kissing, she wasn't aware she'd invited him for more. It all happened naturally, in a way she couldn't control because her body showed her mind's intention. Not concerned with wrong moves she might make, she acted impulsively which proved him she hadn't faked or lied about her body's craving. Thanks to unstoppable and breath-taking kissing, she was lost in thought and it was the most efficient way of taking care of the last time's problem. When she began thinking about the possible pain, he was already there, moving slowly, still kissing her tenderly. It felt like she had expected. Not empty, now having him inside. And it felt like he belonged there the entire time.

After she stopped thinking and let go, her body was responding instinctively, proving him she wanted him. That she needed him the way he was right now. It wasn't a moment for thinking but feeling. And she loved the feeling of his bare skin on hers just like she wanted to have more of impatient kisses and hear sighs caused by slow approach to an end.

She needed to let him know she would prefer it differently. She wasn't helpless even though she was down. She wasn't feeling like he was in control because he was slow and careful, almost fearful and insecure of every move he made.

She wanted to feel this way the first time. If she only knew she had to stop worry too much!

They wanted the same. To feel good. To feel great. Ecstatic if possible.

She couldn't believe there was something better than this. Physical, at least. It felt pleasant with every move and harder to have control of their actions. Even if there existed something better, she didn't need to experience everything now, during their first time for real.

The only thing concerning Hinata was that Itachi might mistake her quiet but uncontrollable moans for discomfort instead of pleasure. That would mean he might stop and she didn't want him to stop. Not yet. She was feeling the need to assure him she wouldn't mind more; more rough, more unrestrained, more of him. In order to get more, she had to give more. She would rather give without receiving than seem selfish and greedy.

''This feels great,'' she let him know quietly.

Now certain he was giving her pleasure, he could let go and become unreserved. Suddenly his rhythm changed and it felt oddly better. And rougher. Overall more sensual than a moment before and it confused her because it didn't stop. Like he had known she liked it, he continued.

She couldn't know how much her honest confirmation would affect him. She didn't regret saying it, just like she couldn't prevent surrendering to him completely in the heat of the moment.

For the first time, her body wanted to feel his and her actions were showing it just like her very few words explained unforeseen change.

Her hips were lifted a bit to meet his sooner, her legs spread more to make the pressing easier, harder and faster.

Her eyes weren't closed because of a sight she didn't wish to see. She didn't need to see he's been naked, sweaty or aroused. She could feel it with every part of her own naked body.

Her loosen grip was letting him to lift in a more suitable position and continue slower, but more intense.

She's been waiting too long to assure him he could do whatever he wanted so now, when she finally did it and encouraged him, her body was responding unimaginably!

Temperature rising in every part of her, its peek between her legs, unstoppably spreading up to her abdomen made her certain she's never felt anything like this sensation. She didn't even try to delay it, stop it or give up on this exceptional pleasure.

Unpredictable and unintentional, quite loud sigh meant the worst and the best at the same time. Best because she got to know true satisfaction and she was feeling free enough to show she did. Worst because it was beginning of an end.

She was glad nobody had interrupted but part of her didn't want to face the fact it's been over. She didn't want to move at all, still trying to breathe normally, knowing she was red like never before.

He didn't request for her explanation, only placing his head next to hers, kissing her neck lightly. She put her arms around him, remembering he might try to get up and that was the last thing she wanted. Luckily, he remained still, breathing deeply and gazing at her without saying anything.

Totally unplanned, she gave him the same he gave her. In any other moment, she would be embarrassed, uncomfortable or worried, but she couldn't have been now, after all she's been through and after everything she's experienced.

She was completely at ease and she couldn't help but giggle because of this unusual situation and position and everything!

''Is something wrong?'' Itachi asked quickly, lifting his head to see her.

''No!'' she said, chuckling and brushing his hair away, as it really was getting on his way all the time.

The second she was done, he shook his head to tickle her with his hair again and she laughed.

''You said you wanted to untie it,'' he chuckled quietly to explain his tickling.

It was strange to see him so relaxed. He smirked and bent again to kiss her softly.

''I like your hair untied,'' she said while playing with his locks he's been tickling her with.

She wasn't regretting anything. If she had hesitated the way he had, she would've never been naked beneath him neither he would've been so relaxed and adorable, his unusual self with his hair untied.

''I like when you get on top,'' he said with a small smile.

''You-you do?'' Hinata stuttered because she didn't expect something like this.

Did he just tell her he would like to see her that way again? Some other time, maybe?

He kissed her again instead of answering.

''I can do it again if you want,'' she heard herself saying.

It seemed to her like he had expected her suggestion because he was next to her a moment after.

''You really liked it,'' she chuckled shyly, but ready to get on top of him again.

The room seemed darker than before but there was enough light for her to see her nude body. She didn't feel naked because Itachi was hugging her like he was doing it when she was dressed, not even once touching anything inappropriate. It wouldn't be right to say there existed something inappropriate because he wasn't making her uncomfortable, but his touch wasn't reminding her she was lacking clothes.

''Are you cold like this?'' he asked when she climbed on top.

''A bit,'' she admitted.

She was certain he would suggest dressing, but he didn't.

He slowly began sitting up to get closer to her. She didn't object even though she couldn't see through his intention. Once they were both sitting, he moved her hair in a way to cover a part of her back. After giving her a short kiss on her shoulder, he wrapped his arms around her back more firmly, pulling her tight against his chest.

''Better?'' he asked.

''Yes,'' she smiled, snuggling closer.

It was better. Not only because his body was warmer than hers, but because they were more close than before and all she could hear was their even breathing. While he was resting his head on her shoulder, her head was gently leaned on his and she was playing with his hair again.

''I will have to tie it so I could walk you home.''

''You can't!'' she said quickly. ''I mean, you have to pack and everything, I don't want you to be late because of me!''

''You are too kind, Hinata-san.''

She smiled instead of protesting. After all, it was nice to hear from him he's been thinking of her as a kind person.

''If you don't want me to leave with you, then you should stay just a bit longer.''

He said it in a way she would stay even if she didn't want to.

''I can stay,'' she stuttered, ''if you want me to.''

Instead of repeating his wish, he placed his palm on her cheek to bring her lips to his for another tender kiss. She couldn't help but smile seeing him so calm, so carefree, so close to her. He didn't show in any way he hated her hands in his tangled hair or her quiet giggling thanks to her own hair that was tickling her. He seemed to enjoy having her on top just like she preferred being there. She wished to tell him she would stay like this forever if she could, having him in her arms.

''Itachi-san?''

He brushed his cheek against hers before he met her gaze.

It was her Itachi, the one she loved so much and Hinata didn't want to imagine living her life without him. No matter what.

At the moment she didn't care if Itachi's been seeing her only as the heiress. So many other things were more important and he was treating her the way she wished to be treated. Everything that happened today was because of her. He wanted to be sure of her intention before doing anything, in order to avoid something she didn't wish to happen. It started because of her, but it ended the best possible way because of him.

''Yes, Hinata-san?''

He was polite, considerate and reliable and she was certain he won't be different after he becomes her husband. With both of them so young, with so much time ahead, she should take the chance to prove him she was worth to be called his wife by making him happy.

She gently pressed her brow on his and he smiled.

''I will be waiting whenever you get back.''

With that thought on her mind, Hinata fell asleep, a bit sad because she needed to get through the next two weeks and a wedding before the next opportunity to forget everybody, their expectations and just be. Alone with Itachi, untroubled and happy. Just like today.