Ah! Sorry for the late update... I got a bit sidetracked... But I am back! I worked pretty hard on this... And yes, Hanabi's favorite foods are bananas and milk! Crazy, huh? Thank you for your patient waiting... Enjoy!
Konohamaru hopped over towards Naruto's home and knocked lightly on the door. He admired the pleasant vibe that emanated from the Uzumaki household. Hinata and Naruto did an amazing job of keeping the house spotless.
"Ah! Konohamaru-kun! What a nice surprise! Please, come in." Hinata smiled sweetly at him as she gestured for him to enter.
"Thank you, Hinata." Konohamaru bowed curtly and entered, taking off his sandals, and positioned them on the shoe cubby. "Naruto asked me to water the plants… Oh! And give you this note. Don't worry I didn't read it."
Konohamaru gave Hinata a small envelope. She opened it, Konohamaru watching her lavender eyes scanned the paper. A small smile crawled up on her face as she tucked the note away in her pocket.
"Thank you, Konohamaru-kun. However I already watered the plants. But please stay for a snack. I can set the water for some tea. And the cookies are just about done."
Konohamaru inhaled, the aroma of freshly baked goods wafted around the house. "Well, if you insist. I can't say no to the Hokage's wife!" He smiled sheepishly as he followed Hinata into the kitchen.
"Ah, where is Hima-chan?"
Hinata set a small saucer and a plate of warm steaming chocolate chip cookies in front of Konohamaru. His mouth began to water as he reached for one.
"Oh, she's out with Sakura-chan and Ino-chan. They really love her… I appreciate their kindness. I believe they went to the park on a play date. What about you? When do you start going on missions with your three man team? I heard that you will be leading Boruto's cell." She chuckled softly. "I wish you luck."
"Ha, ha. Thank you, Hinata. I don't think he will be too much for me to handle. He is very bright, that boy. There is a lot of potential."
She smiled to herself as she nibbled a cookie. "He takes a lot after his father. I'm happy about that." She set her cookie down on a saucer and smiled knowingly at the young man in front of him. "So, I hear you want to ask Hanabi for her hand."
Konohamaru choked on his tea, pounding on his chest. Hinata giggled softly as he finally composed himself. "Ah! Cough… Ah… Y-yes! How…?"
"The envelope."
Konohamaru nodded slowly. He should have known better, Naruto still being the knucklehead he was.
"When do you plan to ask?"
Konohamaru stared into his tea cup and sighed. "I wanted to tonight… I just don't know how…"
Hinata smiled kindly at Konohamaru as she tapped her teacup thoughtfully.
"I know something like this might be a bit hard… Overwhelming, and all around scary, but…" Hinata patted his arm softly. "I know Hanabi loves you very much. I can see how much you love her too. Whatever you do, I know she will certainly say yes."
Konohamaru smiled at Hinata's words. The Uzumaki's always knew the right words to say. "Thank you, Hinata… I will be off now!"
Hinata smiled as she patted his shoulder in encouragement. "I wish you luck in your endeavors. Please have a safe trip home."
"Candles… Check… Flowers… Check… And her favorite: Chocolate dipped bananas…" Konohamaru smiled to himself as he observed his handy work. The atmosphere was smooth and romantic, just how he wanted it to be. Rose petals showered the kitchen table with a beautiful bouquet in the center, a small card saying "read me". The tealight candles where artfully set around the kitchen counters and table. A trail of petals lead to his bedroom where there sat a stuffed teddy bear with another note.
"Well… It's something. She'll be here soon…" Konohamaru checked his watched and smiled to himself. Tonight was the night.
"Hello? Konohamaru?" Hanabi called from the doorway as she slipped out of her sandals. The meeting was long and tiring, and being able to finally relax and see her loved one was a special treat on it's own. However, he didn't seem to be home. The lights were off, except a dim glow coming from the kitchen.
"Kono… Huh?" She started, and held her breath at the sight before her. She giggled softly as she reached for the note in the flowers. "Read me…"
Hanabi,
Don't worry. I know this is really random, and a little different. However, I wanted to take this opportunity to give you something to remember… I know how much you love bananas… So I got you your favorite chocolate dipped ones from that one little sweets stand. I hope you enjoy them.
After you are done, please follow the trail of flowers.
Love,
Konohamaru Sarutobi
Hanabi smiled as she bit into the sweetness of the fruit. "What is he planning…" When she finished both, Hanabi complied to the rules, following the trail to his bedroom. She sighed as she saw a cute teddy bear, holding another note.
Hanabi,
Almost done. Please go to the roof.
Love,
Konohamaru Sarutobi
Hanabi smiled and rolled her eyes. At the window a small red bow was pinned, signaling the way up. She slipped through, climbing up the fire escape to the roof of the apartment. There she saw Konohamaru sitting down on a picnic blanket, smiling shyly. Hanabi smiled as she strode over to her loved one.
"What's all this? It's not my birthday you know." She teased, pinching him playfully.
Konohamaru stood up and opened his arms towards the Hyugan. "I know, I know." She happily slipped into the ever familiar arms of her man. Hanabi closed her eyes, inhaling his scent and exhaling in happiness. She pouted a bit, sensing the slight tension in the air.
"Konohamaru, are you okay?... You were acting funny this morning, and now all this? Did something happen?..."
Konohamaru let go of Hanabi and shook his head. "No… But something is about to…"
Hanabi looked at him in confusion and fear. What did he mean?
"Kono-"
Her eyes widened as she watched the young shinobi kneel down on one knee. She held her breath as he reached in his pocket, his eyes burning as he looked into hers.
"Hanabi… I love you… We have been together… For a long long time… And… I want to keep being together for a long long time… And s-so…" He pulled out a small black box, slowly cracking it open. Hanabi felt tears begin to well up in her eyes as she finally processed what was happening. Her hands were covering her mouth as she watched in awe.
"Hanabi Hyuga… Please… Will you marry me?"
Hanabi's eyes bursted into tears as she laughed softly, glancing at the ring and then him and then back. Her words were stuck in her mouth and her mind was a scrambled mess. Konohamaru nervously fidgeted.
"Well?..."
"Yes… Yes! YES, YES, YES!" Hanabi squealed, pummeling him. He fell backwards with a surprised "oof", his arms wrapped around the young woman's waist. She pressed her lips passionately against Konohamaru's.
He smiled, pulling her closer, melding their lips together in unison, the sweet warmth spreading across his body.
"She said yes…"
"What's happening?!" Naruto tugged on Hinata's sleeve, her grin was wide.
"Hinata-a!" He whined.
"Well now they are kissing… I believe she said yes…" Hinata turned off her Byakugan and smiled at Naruto. He grinned and hugged his wife tightly in his arms.
"He did it! I knew he could do it!" Naruto pressed his face on top of Hinata's head, rocking with her side to side.
Hinata's laugh chimed below him, nodding in agreement. "We have to help plan their wedding…"
Naruto looked down at his wife, brushing away her dark hair, his gaze gentle but passionate. "Of course…" He leaned in and kissed his wife softly.
Ah! Now, how cute was that?! Next up, the wedding planning and the wedding! How will that turn out for the two love birds?! Please review and follow and favorite! If you have any questions, comments, or if you have a request for this fanfic, please do not hesitate to PM me and tell me :) I will gladly look into your suggestions! Stay tuned!