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[princess-hyuuga]

Forever isn't long enough

Soft breeze caused the girls hair to move softly around her. Her back was up against the tree, trying to relax for a while. Missions have been piling up on Team 8, that it had been MONTHS that she had her own time. It's not that she didn't like spending time with Kiba, Kurenai-sensei, and Shino, but being by herself was nice. She was going to enjoy it as much as she could.

Hinata's jacket was off in her now, just being able to sit and relax. Mid day had approached quickly, temperatures being one of early spring. Sounds of the ruffling leaves from above was almost like a lullaby, causing her eyes to feel a bit heavier then normal. Sleep. Ah; what a bliss it would be to be able to take. Maybe she would. It was a fine day for it. And no one was around right now, or yet, not that she sensed.The young heiress hoped to be able to relax, and see what the rest of the day could take her to.

[gentleninja]

The next day

It had been a long night for the young Hyuga as she thought over and over both the day that she'd shared with Naruto as well as Neji's words.  Part of her couldn't wait for the moment when she'd be with Naruto again, able to see his wide smile and his warm personality, able to feel the heat of his skin against hers. But there is another part of her is worried that she'll say or do something to ruin the memory of their perfect night together. 

Neji's words that Naruto should have done something about her feelings sooner also rang in her ears.  Part of her is angry at him for getting involved in it, but she knows that his words come from a place of concern for her.  Everyone had been well aware of her feelings and her crush on him since they were all children.  Had Naruto really not known? Had he not seen it?  The blush on her cheeks, the waver of her voice when she said his name, the longing looks she'd throw over her shoulder towards him. 

Had she no responsibility to the village, to her family and clan, to her training, she would have run to him and not left his side for the whole day.  But life is not that kind. 

The village is in a flurry with the news than Danzo has been named Hokage, including her own family.  Her father has been with his advisers all morning and everyone seems to be speaking in hushed tunes with each other, wondering what this change would mean for everyone. As soon as she'd heard the news herself, her thoughts went to Naruto.  She knows that Danzo has been vocal about Sasuke and bringing him to task for his actions.  And she knows Naruto's feelings on his friend. 

Each time she made it close to the door, something pulled her back into the responsibilities of the clan: reception planning for the new hokage, a training session with a specialized instructor - Hinata watches the minutes tick by in the day.  Even Kiba and Shino could see that she isn't herself and so they didn't raise many objections when she suggested that they stop practice early.  

Leaving the training grounds, she runs through the village, scanning for any sign of him and visiting all his favourite haunts: the ramen shop and ...well, that's the only one she can think of.  If Naruto wasn't eating ramen, then were could he be? 

[jinchurikihero]

Following Up

Naruto's day has not been fantastic. Beyond the annoyed (and yet slightly guilty) looks from Sakura, the confused gaze of Sai and the cool attitude of Kakashi-sensei, his run in with Kiba had not done him any favours.

He has heard the name Danzo before. Naruto's a bit dumb, but he isn't totally unobservant. This guy was the one who trained Sai into being an emotionless drone, and with a bunch of other things that had pissed off the old hag Tsunade (and the old man, now that he thought on it), he knows that this Danzo guy is trouble. Oh, and he's also possibly the Sixth Hokage.

Ignoring the irritated ache that he hadn't been considered for the position even after he saved the village from Pain, he walks through the streets. Of course, the other part of the problem is that Danzo wants to have Sasuke killed, which Naruto could never allow! It doesn't occur to him that Sasuke is working with the enemy. It doesn't occur to him that when someone tries to kill you, you shouldn't consider them a friend any more. The common sense from yesterday, the common sense that made him try to get closer to Hinata, doesn't seem to show it's face when Sasuke is on his mind. He wants to go to Danzo and demand he changes his mind, fight him if he needs to, but something restrains that impulse.

It's a desire to see Hinata, and it doesn't occur to him that spending time with her has somehow usurped protecting his "best friend" from the consequences of his own actions. It just feels natural.

Perhaps he's come to enjoy the support she gives him. Or it may just be that she's good looking and wants to spend time with him. To him, it's so many things that he doesn't see a point in making any kind of list.

He's not concerned that Hinata won't be able to find him if she has time for him; it should be a snap for her with her eyes. In fact, he's hoping she finds him. He could use a little light in his day right now and spending time with Hinata is like hanging out in a sunny place, if he were to continue with that train of thought.

[princess-hyuuga]

Let Me Show You The World || NaruHina

A soft sigh went through the girls' lips, her head hanging low. It had been a few weeks since the fight with Pein, and she was still recovering. Her father had let her a couple weeks for her to fully recover, before going back to her training and everything. But the days were getting boring, always being at home with nothing to do. Maybe she should go down into the village and find something to do, or cook. Slipping on her clothing, she started walking out of the compound, and towards the center of the village.

As she entered the village markets, many people were going around, busy as always. Many of them would bow their head in acknowledgement towards her, politely doing back as well. One hand was still resting near her stomach, as there was still some pain in there randomly. Reaching the middle of the market place, the young bluenette started looking around to see what caught her eye or what she could do. All she wanted was to keep busy.

But as she did, something caught her attention. Out of the corner of her eyes, she caught the familiar yellow flash hair moving around. Half hiding herself behind a large self type furniture, she peeked up and saw Naruto. A small blush cro<smallssed her face. The two haven't spoke since the battle and she wasn't sure how he was going to react to her confession. She didn't do it to get anything in return, or to make him love her. Hinata did it mostly for herself, to prove that she had gotten stronger and that she wasn't as weak as her father said. But with Naruto now, she wasn't sure how he was going to reply or if he even still wanted to talk to her. It was a bit of a confrontation she was avoiding, but could it be done forever? No, probably not. The two would have to talk eventually but not now. Not until she felt recovered enough to.

Turning around, the Hyuuga heiress tried to sneak out of there without him noticing her, hoping that she would be able to.

[princess-hyuuga]

The First Day Of Forever//@forevergenin

It was another day, just like any other day. The sun was shining high in Konohagakure. The villagers walked around like normal, just another day. Shinobi’s walking in and out of the gate, coming from and going to missions. Visitors walking in, to be able to visit love ones that lived there.

Hinata had gotten the day off from Kurenai-sensei. She had told them that they had all been working very hard. But she didn't really know if she wanted toe day off. Since the day after the Chunnin exam, Hinata had been training every day of her life. She wanted to become stronger, and have the person she always admired, look at her again like that day.  

While she decided, Hinata had gone a small shopping errand She wanted to make some rice balls and bring them to Kiba and Shino. She liked making things for her team, to show them appreciation for what they did. Reading the shopping list she had made, Hinata wasn't looking where she was going as she red the list, and bumped into someone. She almost fell down, catching herself with her footing. The blush crossed her face, as she slowly looked up. “I..I’m sorry I..” Her breath was caught mid sentence as she noticed the familiar blond hair boy. “N..Naruto-kun!” Was all she could say, as she looked at him shocked eyed.

[princess-hyuuga]

The Start of Something New //@akayoukai

Sweat was running down the Kunoichi forehead, a small pant going through her lips. Hinata had been training all morning with her teammates, down by the lake. It had been going on for hours, and she had finally met her limit. Her bottom met the floor, as she rested The wind started blowing softly, and it made her feel better. Her head looked around, Shino and Kiba  were looking down at her. "W..what?" Hinata asked, raising an eyebrow.

Kiba gave her a smirk, going up towards her. "Hey Hinata, why don't you run off the village real quick and bring us some water? I forgot it there." Hinata looked confused at him, but nodded. Getting up, she started running towards the direction. What she didn't know, Kiba and Shino had seen the blond boy shinobi in that direction. Knowing Hinata, she would be running into him. 

Hinata was running towards the village, a bit tire. But her thoughts drifted off to something, and she didn't see where she was going. Her body hit something, as she fell back. Hearing the 'umph' she realized she'd hit someone, blushing. "I'm sorry. I didn..." Looking up, her eyes widen, a bigger blush  on her face. There he was, the man she loved. Standing up, her hands were shaking a bit. "i..I'm so sorry Naruto -kun. i wasn't watching where I was going" She bowed towards him, trying to relax and remove the blush.