This time the one who would have to put some distance between them, at least for a few days, would be Naruto. Of course he was enjoying Hinata's body, making her discover her sexuality had been one of the most pleasurable tasks he had had in his life... But he was breaking his most sacred rule: not to be with a woman who has feelings for him . His last encounter with Hinata had included something he had never, ever given to another woman besides Sakura: familiarity.
Once out of that shower (which ended up being quite long and included a new handjob for him) he allowed himself to stay at her house, watch her prepare the food (and help her in any way he could of course), stealing from time to time a furtive, playful and almost innocent kiss... almost.
After they had dined he wasn't able to stop praising her food (he believed with all his heart if she opened a restaurant, Ichiraku would not be able to compete). They talked, they laughed and they shared each other's company, until very late Hinata with a blush covering her face, invited him to stay the night.
That was the alert signal that indicated Naruto he had let himself be carried away by his familiarity with her, he had never shared a bed with any other, that was one of the activities he kept only for his beloved green eyes princess.
Now, the fact that Hinata felt confident enough to invite him to sleep, made him think the girl in her heart could be feeding those feelings she had for him, and despite the fact the rules of their game were more than clear, the blond decided to reject the invitation, as well as as avoiding a new upcoming encounter. He felt bad when he thought that by looking for her, he was not only in danger of hurting her body and future, but also of hurting her innocent heart.
As a deal with himself he had decided to continue dating girls. With most of them he simply had dinner, with a few he had some kind of kissing and caressing session and with the less he had sex. With absolutely all of them he saw the image of the Hyuga heiress. When speaking, when kissing, when penetrating. She was like a poison that infected every one of his thoughts.
The sennin mode became his comfort in the days away from her. He had discovered the connection with all natural energies also allowed him to read the feelings of a person's chakra. It was easy for him to come into contact with anyone's chakra, so he was able to feel when Hinata felt happy, sad, nervous or scared.
During one particular night he detected a fluctuation that was unknown to him, which caused her breathing to change. Deciding to keep his distance from her, but trying to ensure her well-being, he reached the vicinity of her apartment and tried to look out the window, hoping not to find any danger. The sight of her was a punishment: sitting on the sofa watching her TV, the girl had her head thrown back, one hand caressing her breast, the other lost between her legs.
Naruto couldn't help but smile, she had learned to masturbate. And the blond in turn had registered the sensation of her chakra when she was aroused and pleasing herself.
He used this ability on several occasions, being surprised because on many of them Hinata was horny. He began to notice the favorite hours in which the girl took the time to please herself, and he had made some of his appointments fit with that time, so he had the consolation, while penetrating another woman, feeling the aroused of the girl he really wanted at that moment.
Shortly after, shadows of doubt appeared in his thoughts… had she already met her new fiancé? Was she already enjoying him? Had she found another teacher to guide her?
He immediately scolded himself. He didn't have to be questioning Hinata's actions, when she was free to experiment with whoever she wanted.
The only thing he knew for sure was that he was crazy to touch her again. That's why when Kakashi sensei informed him that his companion during a trip to Suna to close a couple of business deals with the Kazekage would be Hinata, the boy couldn't have been more satisfied.
-Hinata is already aware of the details, you will meet her at the entrance of the village in 3 hours to leave- the Hokage told him
By the time he reached the village's gates, she was already waiting for him. He came closer, his eyes on her face. Something was wrong, and Naruto knew what it was: he'd been a jerk to her for letting all this time go by. Maybe this time he wasn't going to have a chance.
-Naruto-san, it will be an honor to accompany you in the negotiation of the rice trade, and to attend the kazekage's party- Hinata said, bowing slightly.
-The pleasure will be mine Hinata-san- he told her with a mischievous look and a smile. Hinata definitely melted under the boy's attention, but this time she didn't want to let herself fall… not after days in solitude, listening to the blonde's adventures with all those women everywhere.
-lets go-
They advanced at fast speed for a good part of the way, especially since Hinata tried to keep distance with him and from time to time increased her velocity. By nightfall they reached one of the border lakes, where they decided to set up camp.
-I brought two bentos of food, you can keep one- she said as she extended the bento to her partner. The gesture might have been kind, but the phrase was spoken with an indifference that was somewhat painful for him.
Taking the bento, Naruto caught Hinata's hand in his, and she returned a puzzled look.
-Although I know the food will be delicious, there is something I would like to do with you first-
-Naruto, I don't…-
-let's train-
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They met face to face on the esplanade by the lake standing in combat position.
-I know you're angry Hinata, and you have every reason to be, use that energy against me, because I'm not going to let myself be defeated- Naruto said as he activated the sage mode. When doing so and coming into contact with the girl's chakra, he felt what he feared: an enormous desolation, with certain parts of anger and disappointment.
-You know I'm not one to fear my opponent, and I don't want you to even try to give me an advantage. Even more, if I beat you in this fight you'll have to give me an explanation…why? What did I do to make you decide to ignore me all this time?!-she said letting herself be carried away by her emotions.
Naruto felt the pain spread through her. Still he wanted to play his luck. -We had been clear with the terms Hinata, and I certainly told you that I am not a fan of giving explanations-
-But you will give me one if I beat you!-
-since you have put a prize to your win, I assume I can do the same?-
-It won't happen, but it's fair, what do you want?-
-If I win, you're going to grant me a wish, Hina, which you'll fulfill today- the tone of the comment made Hinata shudder. -Don't worry, it won't include touching you. Now, are you ready?-
-Byakugan!-
She charged at him furiously, delivering a powerful kick that was intercepted. Less than a second later she was launching a series of quick punches, one after another. Naruto was right about something, she was using all the frustration she had to finish him off.
Then the blonde counterattacked, throwing her a few meters away from him.
-kagebunshin nojutsu- instantly two Narutos attacked her with force. Defending herself was difficult, but she was an expert in close combat and she was not going to let herself be defeated-
She managed to land a stun blow on the clone, making it vanish on the spot, but Naruto had already summoned a couple more to follow up the attack, but she quickly got rid of them.
-stop playing with me Naruto, I know you're not fighting seriously!-
-Hinata, don't you expect me to really hurt you?-
PLAAAAAAAAAAF
The slap resounded all over the place -why did you ask me to train then? Do you want to make it clear that I'm not enough as a ninja for you either?-
He understood in that moment, feeling the outrage emanating from her chakra. When he invited her to train, his objective was with her physical effort, her frustration would decrease, and she would open a gate to gain her trust again. But in his eagerness to protect her from him, he had once again made the wrong decision, this time disrespecting her as a kunoichi.
-You are, and always will be, a worthy opponent, it is an honor to fight against you- he told him while his body was covered with the kyubi's mantle and his eyes turned fierce. He was going to make amends for his mistake, facing her with the seriousness she deserved.
He attacked in the blink of an eye. Hinata had to use all of her strength to resist the blow. She blocked yet another series of kicks and punches, Naruto's strength was overwhelming, and yet, she knew that he was timing himself so as not to cause her serious harm.
The girl was thrown into the air and caught a glimpse of the flash of an approaching rasengan. With a replacement jutso, she managed to dodge the ball of energy and approach the blond's side, ready to deliver the next blow.
It was all in a split second. A clone of the blond appeared on her side taking her by the arm and throwing her to the ground, where two other clones grabbed her legs and hands leaving her immobile, while the real Naruto ran towards her with a new rasengan in hand She closed her eyes to take the impact.
Naruto stopped the attack inches from her chest.
-It seems that I have defeated you-
He scattered the shadow clones and reached out to the girl to try and help her. As soon as she stood up, he engulfed her in a hug.
-Im sorry- he whispered in her ear- I haven't gone looking for you, because….because although I don't love you…the truth is that I couldn't stop thinking about you, but I really don't want to hurt you Hinata, I know it sounds hypocrite, but that is the only explanation I have…Again, Im sorry.