A/N: haha I promise Hinata won't stay upset forever ;) Sasuke's got it covered guys (sexy smirky devilish bastard rake that he is).

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto.


Chapter Twenty-Seven: Lost and Found

He wasn't sure what there was to say. She had surprised him again. He reached out, more hesitantly than he would have liked, and ruffled her bangs. She sputtered and turned bright red.

It was the first time she ever blushed because of his direct actions. Because of him.

He ignored the faster rate of his heart, and suddenly dry mouth, and then tapped her nose.

"Sasuke!" She slapped his hand away, and then looked mortified at her action.

"S-sorry, I didn't mean...!"

He laughed.

"Hinata, relax." He told her, still grinning. Her answering smile was beautiful.