A request I finished a week ago
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Hot Springs.
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It became a tradition. After a mission that lasted more than a month was completed, team Gai would make a trip to a hot spring, just a few miles north of the village. It was beautiful; surrounded by trees, had an amazing view, and didn't cost too much to stay the night.
The sun was beating down that summer day and team Gai had finished giving in their report to the Hokage. Another successful mission, Tenten thought. That was nothing new to them. Neji heaved a hefty sigh and rubbed his left shoulder. He was looking forward to that hoit spring and perhaps he'd get a massage as well.
"I need to stop at home first," Tenten said. "To get clothes and tell my mom I'm back."
Neji nodded. He had to do the same as well. His mother would be pleased that he has returned in one piece. Lee stopped in his tracks.
"I do not think I will be spending the night with you guys." He told them.
"Why not?" Tenten asked.
The bowl cut teen adjusted the bag on his back. His grandmother had come to visit the week before they returned. He had promised his parents to stay home and spend time with her when he got back.
"I will still go to the springs with you. But I cannot stay." Lee said apologetically.
"Don't worry about it, Lee. Family comes first." Neji commented.
"Well, I will meet you two there then in fifteen minutes."
The three teens sprinted in different directions toward their homes. Tenten had rushed in through her door, yelling a greeting to her mother and running upstairs to get a bag of fresh clothing.
"Mom!" The bun head called. "Where is the rest of my underwear?"
"It's there." Here mother called back.
Tenten dug around the drawer.
"Mom!" She called again. "I can't find my boy shorts!"
Tenten's mother came upstairs into her daughter's room. She told her that all her boy shorts and cotton underwear were in the wash.
"It'll be done in forty-five minutes." Her mother told her.
The bun head groaned. She didn't have that kind of time. Reluctantly, she reached in and pulled out a pair a cute panties with a small ruffle. She really only wore these when she felt extra girly or when she'd go on a date with Neji. Getting the bra to match (since why not?), she threw them in a bag among with some jogging shorts and a crop top. Dashing through her door with her backpack on her back, she made her way towards the springs.
When Neji had walked through the door, his mother had greeted him with tea and a snack. He really wasn't in a rush since he had packed his bag before they even went on the mission. Sitting on the couch, he sat silently with his mother, enjoying the tranquility of his small home.
"How was it, dear?" His mother asked after a while.
"It went smoothly, as always. How were things when I was gone?" Neji asked.
His mother shrugged. Hiashi came by to see how she'd been doing. She had cleaned and cooked. Nothing special really happened. Neji nodded. Ever since his father died, his uncle has been keeping tabs on his sister-in-law. After his whole "fuck the main branch" phase, Neji had become quite grateful of his uncle for watching over his mother when he was gone.
"Oh, shouldn't you be leaving soon?" His mother asked.
Neji glanced at the clock. Nodding, he grabbed his bag and gave a swift hug to his mother before dashing out of his house.
Lee was the last to show, but only by a minute. They waltzed to the front desk and paid.
"We have construction going on in the woman's bath. So, you will have to mix in with the men's." The desk lady told Tenten.
Tenten sucked her teeth. Neji asked if there was anybody else here.
"Nope, just you guys for today...at least for now. The weather has made our business wither a bit." She handed them towels.
Neji nodded and led his team to their room. Tenten was next door (much to his dislike and was taking forever to change into her robe.
"Tenten, are you alright?" Lee asked opening the door to her room.
Her shirt shot into Lee's face causing the bowl cut teen to stagger backwards. Neji shook his head. So, like a gentleman, he closed her door and knocked.
"Go on ahead. I'm just trying to make sure the stitches don't come out." She called.
Neji grabbed her shirt from Lee and folded it. Placing it in front of her door, he took Lee by the collar and dragged him to the spring. Slipping into the water, the Hyuga gave a grateful sigh. He needed this. Lee dipped himself in, only to cringe at the heat hitting his muscles.
"Relaxation at last." Neji murmured.
A few moments later, Tenten made her way into the area. Both teens looked at her curiously as she glanced around. She wasn't used to mixed baths and didn't like to showcase her body so openly. Neji whistled her over. He couldn't help but let his eyes linger at her frame when she approached them, her towel still wrapped around her body.
"It is just us, Tenten." Lee said, not quiet sure why she was resisting.
"I know but anyone can pop in here at anytime." Tenten replied.
"It is alright. I will shield your body from anyone else who arrives!" Lee promised.
Tenten smiled a bit. Of course, she thought. She glanced at the door one more time before removing the towel and slipping into the water. After a moment, all three of them sighed in unison. The heat of the water did wonders on their skin. Neji peeked his eyes over at her. Her cheeks were pink and her skin looked raw due to the stitches. Strands of hair were escaping from her buns and were beginning to curl. She had bags under her eyes from exhaustion, along with a little discoloration. She looked a mess, the Hyuga thought. But he couldn't help it. Just to look at her was something he had to resist doing while working. He's always looked at her, but never in the same way. Even though she looked worn out, she still held that exotic beauty that he became attracted to a back when they had become best friends. It's such a shame, he thought. She had such an amazing body, and yet she wears those baggy clothes. He admired he'd love to see her in something similar to what Ino or Sakura wore, but he knew she'd never go for it. His eyes snapped over to Lee. His teammate had his eyes closed in full testing mode. Neji snaked over to Tenten and put a hand on her shoulder.
"You still seem uncomfortable." He commented.
Tenten shrugged.
"I'm fine when it's you guys, but like I said, anyone can pop in here at any time."
Neji cocked his head to the side.
"I find this behavior odd from you."
The young women cocked an eyebrow.
"It seems out of character." He continued.
The weapons master shrugged. She felt too exposed if she didn't know what was going to happen. She knew she had Lee and Neji, but it was still...weird (for lack of a better word).
"I think it's cute."
Her eyes snapped to his.
"What?" She asked.
He shrugged. Her embarrassment was something he was not used to witnessing, there for he finds it quite attractive. Tenten rolled her eyes. He was trying to take her mind off of it. Shifting a bit, she nearly jumped when she felt his fingers snaking onto her thigh.
"Neji!" She hissed.
He didn't reply; just sat there with his hand on her thigh. Tenten glanced over at Lee. She didn't like to show case her relationship with Neji around him, even though he was perfectly fine that his two teammates were now romantic. However, she felt bad that Lee was still chasing a girl that he could never have and didn't want him to feel left out. Neji, on the other hand, couldn't care less at times. If they were on a mission or in public, sure he'd keep his hands to himself. When they were alone or on a date, he'd be all over her (not that she minds it.). A few moments past and Lee opened his eyes. He looked over at his teammates and smiled.
"I must get going. I wish I could hang out longer, but my grandmother awaits." He said.
As he hoisted himself from the bath, Lee grabbed a towel and proceeded to the washing area which was located inside. That's when Neji pounced; he grabbed Tenten by her waist and pressed himself against her.
"Neji!" She exclaimed. "Are you fucking crazy?!"
He smirked. Tenten blushed a little by his expression (hot guys smirking is always pretty sexy). Leaning in, he ran his fingers up and down her side, being careful not to touch the stitches that bonded the wound together. She glared at him.
"Anyone can pop in you know!" She said.
"It's not like I can't tell when someone is coming. What kind of ninja would I be?" He responded with a arrogant tone.
Neji grabbed her thighs again and laid his lips against hers. Even though he seemed rough, he was always very gentle with her. Squeezing her thighs, he planted a few kisses on her collar bone, a sweet spot he found on her a few weeks ago that made her melt.
"Mmm... How do we always end up like this?" She asked as she gave into his touch.
"Luck...or sometimes I pull some strings." He answered.
Yes, that Hyuga power worked wonders at times. Upon many occasions, Neji has been able to get them completely alone for long periods of time. Complete privacy was something Neji pushed for when it came to Tenten.
"Hey, keep the hands up here!" Tenten scowled as she grabbed his wrists.
Neji smirked. He loved to play with her and make her squirm. Toying was quiet entertaining. Would he take her here? Nah, they've tried only to leave Tenten in discomfort. Water, they found out, is a terrible lubricant.
"Alright, off." She said pushing him back.
Neji cocked his head to the side. She sank further under the water and sighed. Reaching for her, the Hyuga's hand got swatted away.
"Nope." She said.
"Why not?" Neji asked.
"I want to enjoy my bath."
"But you can enjoy it."
"Not when you're hanging on me."
Neji's mouth twitched. What was that supposed to mean? Did he loose his ability to swoon her by his good looks and touch? Sucking his teeth, the Hyuga crossed his arms over his chest and huffed. All he wanted to do was be romantic. Was that too difficult? For him, possibly... Or could it be that she got used to him so much that she has become immune?
"Don't start with that face, Neji." Tenten said.
Neji blinked and went back to his default stoic look.
"Take your punishment to heart. I have one rule tonight that will train you to stay in your place." Tenten announced.
Neji cocked and eyebrow.
"You will keep your hands off of me." The bun head said. "You can only kiss me good night."
Neji went wide eyed.
"Wha-"
"Got it Hyuga?"
The ivory eyes teen huffed and glared at the wall. Tenten chuckled a bit to herself.
"What a brat..." She murmured amusingly.