Naruhina: Only You

He pushed her away, the taste of her still fresh upon his lips, and she looked at him with uncertainty, emerald meeting sapphire.

"Sakura, I'm sorry. This is wrong. I...don't feel the same."

He turned round, his back to her, and suddenly, his eyes went wide, as he saw her, running away, in the distance.

"Hinata!"

A full moon shone down on a him, as he ran through the streets at a breakneck pace, his blond hair a dead giveaway for his identity.

"Gotta hurry. Gotta hurry...

--

He burst through her door, and the moment it left his field of vision, he threw a shuriken-

Knocking the knife forth from her hand, which had been raised over her head, ready to rush down and end her life.

Before she could do anything else, he rushed forward, and kicking the weapon into the far corner of her scarce room, seized her roughly her by the shoulders. "What the hell are you doing?!"

His expression was one of pure fury, why the hell did she just try to-

Yet she showed no reaction, only to hang her head sadly.

He would have none of this!

Shaking her roughly, he forced her to look up at him, meeting the confusion in his eyes. "Why were you-

Suddenly, something snapped, and she screeched at him, with all her fury, eyes red from crying.

"ITS YOUR FAULT!"

Taken aback, he gaped for a moment, shock wiping out the anger-

Until it roared back in full force, with confusion plastered all over his face.

"What? What'd I do?"

Tears pooled in her lavender eyes now, and small hiccups escaped her, shaking her trembling form.

"I've been trying (sob) so hard (sob), so very hard, and you (sob) never even-

Her body began to shake now, trembling whilst her huiccups subsided, and now she started to sob.

"Noticed me...Not even once....

Realization dawned, he shook her gently. "Hinata, I did notice-

But now anger was set upon her face, as she slapped his hands away. "LIAR! You only paid attention to Sakura! You never even LOOKED at me!" She shrieked this with all her pent up grief and sorrow, feeling utterly alone and desolate, having witnessed Sakura's confession of her love to him.

Then that kiss...

She had taken him away from her!

And he LET her!

"Hinata wait! I didn't-

"Shut up! Shut up, shut up SHUT UP! I don't wanna hear it!"

So distraught was she, that in a moment of loss, she did the one thing she thought she would never EVER do.

She hurt him.

Arching her hand back, chakra swirled in her palm.

"I'm telling you, you got it all wrong-

He never saw it coming, so busy was he trying to explain himself.

Then she lunged forward, smashingher palm against his face, in a rather nasty Jyuuken, that left an instant bruise instantly visible as a dark splotch set upon his right cheek.

So great was the impact, that he reeled back a step, stars exploding before his vision, ringing through his head like a dull bell.

Yet at last he recovered, and then blinked, pain numbed from further shock.

"That hurt... he mumbled, shocked that one so gentle would ever resort to such brutality.

'Why....

He had only seen her get angry once, and that was WAY back during the chunin exams...

The impact was now drawing blood from his face , and trickling onto the floor

The red of anger fading from her vision, Hinata realized what she had done, and she was horrified.

She immediately paled, as she witnessed the stunned look he bore, and her eyes grew wide.

"Naruto-kun I-I-I-I-

It became too much for her.

She lost all feeling in her legs, and falling from his grasp, collapses upon the floor, curling her knees up against her chest, and crying loudly into them...

Only to feel his arms encircle her.

"I'm sorry." Came his dull murmur.

He knew not what else to say, she didn't want to listen to him, even though this was a HUGE misunderstanding.

What else could he do?

She was too weak to resist, and just melted into then, crying with all her might, in a most piteous wail, that would break the heart of any man, as hot tears stained his black shirt wet, for he had forgone his usual jumpsuit today, and was now clad in a basic black tee with the Konoha symbol on the front, and dark, faded navy blue jeans.

"Why? Why did you have to do that to me?

"Hinata-

She glared at him, and violently slapped his arms away, scooting back a bit from him as she did so.

"Tell me! Why did you do that?!"

"If you'll just let me-

"NO! Nevermind, I'm sick of this!"

Anger twisted his face.

"Let me get a word in here!"

"You don't understand! You never did! You just flung yourself at Sakura, and-and-and-

Her emotions overwhelmed her again

His words, they suddenly shatter reality for her.

"I didn't."

She snaps her head up.

"Nani?"

He looks her square in the eye.

"Hinata-chan, I turned Sakura down."

Her mouth opens in a silent 0.

"B-But the kiss-

He shook his head.

"She kissed me. In case you didn't notice, I pushed her away, didn't you see that?"

She hadn't.

The moment Sakura had kissed Naruto, she had looked away.

What a turn of events, but still, she doubted, for she had good reason to.

And he saw the hesitation in her eyes.

His hand lifts her chin up, and the the other gently brushes her still falling tears away.

"Hinata-chan, Why do you think I came here?"

His free hand now moves to brush away a strand of dark, navy blue hair from her face, whilst the other pulled her forward, ever so slowly.

"I don't wanna be with Sakura-chan, I wanna be with-

He paused, and they were inches from the other.

A whisper, heartfelt words pass his lips, as his eyes slide shut.

"You, Hinata-chan. You and only you."

A sob escaped her.

"Naruto-kun, you don't know how m-much I-

Before she can finish, his lips, moist and wet, are pressed against her own, in a soft, gentle kiss, just like her, as his hands slide down to her hips, to hold her steady, as he pushed his mouth smoothly against hers.

They continued the innocent kiss, until he felt something brush against his bottom lip, and realized it was Hinata's tongue. What was she doing? He opened his mouth to ask her but her tongue slowly made it's way inside, making him arch a black eyebrow in surprise. 'Neh? This is different...

He didn't know what to do, it felt nice but, well it was quite unusual for him, having never really kissed anyone before, and just acting on his saiyan instincts for this kiss. But he enjoyed it and decided to take pleasure in it now, then ask questions later. 'Meh. Who cares...This is nice...

Hinata had enjoyed only lip contact with Naruto but she wanted to try something else, something she had seen Neji and Tenten do. So when she shyly licked his bottom lip and he opened his mouth, she assumed he knew what she was doing. The feeling of kissing him with her tongue was so much better than simple lip contact, even more sparks shot down her spine as he allowed her tongue entry.

Naruto rubbed her back soothingly whilst Hinata occupied her hands with his hair, both of them wrapped up in the tender moment, in no hurry to go anywhere, just enjoying the other, body and soul.

Then Hinata realized exactly what she was doing, and even though she wasn't blushing anymore, she still felt terribly embarrassed for doing this kind of thing on the spur of the moment.

Then she got the shock of her life, as Naruto gently placed his hand behind her head, and keeping her lips pressed against his, pushed back, returning the kiss, as he got his other arm free, and wrapped it around her waist, digging his fingers into her exposed midriff, making her shiver as they gently dug into the bare skin of his waist.

'It feels...so...good...

--

Breaking for air, his back is now against the wall of her room, and she closes her eyes, giving a small sigh, as she rests against him, his arms encircling her, in a loose embrace.

Again she collapsed into joyous sobs, and the words hitched in his throat, but it was a good feeling, because now she was happy.

So he didn't mind being speechless for a bit-

So,for the first time, he now looked at her, really looked at her, as if seeing her in an entire new light, the light as one of his precious people, no even higher than that.

She was his hime, his precious girl.

She still wore the long sleeved heavy jacket as always, yet now, a pair of firm double D breasts were pushing the coat outwards, and as his eyes traveled down her form, and her backside, which fit snugly against her slacks, her wide hips, pressing against her pants, all the fine features of a budding young woman.

He could see that she had filled out quite nicely, or to be more precise-

Hinata had grown up.

And she was beautiful.

What the blazes had kept him from seeing Hinata like this?

Had he really been that blinded by Sakura?

"Na-Naruto-kun?"

Suddenly slapped out of his reverie, he looked down, into her pale lavender eyes, which were still swimming with happy tears, as she clung to him tightly, her head resting on his chest, his steady heartbeat sounding in her ears.

"Eh?"

"D-Do you r-remember?"

He looked at her, tilting his head.

"Remember what?"

She gave a small giggle.

"A few months ago, remember?"

His eyes softened, as he recalled the events of the past, or a few months ago, to be precise, then he blushed, as he recalled the finer details of said event.

"Oh! You mean the mission!"

--

(Flashback)

"Eh?"

Who was that he heard?

Looking to Kiba and Akamaru, he was just met with a mysterious smile, whilst Shino still looked to be quite miffed at him, for not remembering his name.

"Somebody there?"

When he didn't seem to get it, the Inuzuka jerked his head in the direction of the corner fence.

"Well then, why don't ya go see who it is?"

Shrugging, he turned in that direction...

--

(Hinata's P.O.V.)

Is that...Naruto?

Ducking behind the fence, as he suddenly looked her way, and she turned a bright red as she ducked back behind the fence.

Eep! It is!

The sound of voices, then footsteps....

I knew he had returned, but I-I-I-

She can feel the deep crimson blush in her face, just from thinking about him.

It's been three years! I-I don't know what to say!

"Oh! There you are, Hinata!"

Ah! What should I do?! He's so close!

His eyes lock with hers, and lost in his cerulean gaze, she feels as if she'll faint.

He's too close!

"Ne, Hinata-chan, I need you to come with me!"

I can't faint!

"Wh-Why?"

I won't faint!

"I need another teammate!"

No fainting!

At this, her heart beats like a jackhammer.

"N-Nani? You want me to be your new teammate?"

He nods enthusiastically, wearing a wide grin.

'He may look different, but he's still the same Naruto that I-I-I-

"Sure! I bet you kick even more ass now than before!"

-Love..

The compliment calms her, and she shies her face away.

But I have a mission...

"Come Hinata-chan!" He whined pleadingly. "Pleeeaaaaase?"

At this, his pleading blue eyes, and the fact that he said he needs her, all thoughts of her current assignment are blown out the window, and with a monumental will of effort, she nods.

"Hai, Na-Naruto-kun, I'll b-be happy to be y-your t-teammate....

And only then did she faint-

Accidentally falling right into Naruto's arms-

(P.O.V. Ends)

"Gah! Hinata-chan?!"

Just as Kiba and Shino came around the corner.

The Inuzuka laughed.

" Heh, looks like she still hasn't gotten over it."

"Over what?" Asked the blond, but Kiba just smirked and walked off.

"Come on Shino. We don't need Hinata for this mission."

The Aburame stared at the two for a second longer, before following his friend, keeping pace with him seconds later.

"Kurenai-sensei isn't going to like this."

Kiba rolled his eyes. "Oh lighten up! Hinata hasn't seen Naruto in three years."

A wicked grin twisted his face, and he gave a mock cackle, whilst both Shino and Akamaru sweatdropped at his roudy behavior.

"So lets have the two love birds reaquiant themselves with each other, and who knows?"

Gleefully, he rubbed his hands together, a master plan already in the works.

"We just might get those two paired up...

(End flashback)

--

Alas, they were not given time to reminisce over the rest of that long month as-

Rapid footfalls were heard, and a small gasp snuck past Hinata's lips.

Naruto glanced down to her, confusion showing on her face.

"Who's that?"

Her pale eyes widened as she heard voices, then someone began banging on her door.

"Hinata-sama! Open the door!"

'Oh no!'

"Open it this instant!"

Hands flying to her face, she stifle a gasp, then turning to Naruto, began shoving him towards the window, speaking in a hushed tone, as he ground his heels in, not understanding the reason for his hasty departure.

"Go! You have to get out of here!"

"No! Not till you tell me who that is!"

The pounding increased, and now multiple voices could be heard, each one demanding her to open the door.

"My father can't see you here! Please go!" She pleaded, giving him the puppy dog eyes. and at this Naruto relented, springing to the windowsill

But not before he quickly halted, spinning on one heel-

Suddenly wrapped Hinata into a fierce hug, while giving the Hyuga girl the most passionate kiss she had ever experienced in her young life.

A kiss, that left Hinata breathless and the room spinning in her eyes as he pulled away, and as he did, he thrust a small box into her hands.

"Nani? What is-

But by then was out the window, leaping down and out of sight, his hushed words echoing after him, as he landed smoothly on the ground.

"Ja ne, Hinata-chan!"

The shy Hyuuga touched a hand to her right cheek, a deep pink blush on her face.

"Ja ne, Naruto-kun."

--

Seconds later, the door was broken down, and Hiashi, along with several guards, rudely barged into her room-

Only to find Hinata in bed sleeping 'soundly', her chest rising and falling steadily her body snuggled warmly under the covers.

Several of the men blushed for intruding on the sleep of the heiress, and as a result, each of them did an about face, and left the room, leaving Hiashi alone with his daughter, as he dismissed them.

"Hmm...

His piercing eyes ran over the room, the veins of his kekei genkai throbbing upon the sides of his eyes, as his all seeing byakugan pierced through everything-

Unfortunately, the clan head was not so easily fooled when it came to genjutsu, and he immediately saw through it to the broken window, and then the box that contained her diary, hidden under her pillow.

Who would give his daughter a gift? Who would desire one as weak as she? He had planned to publicly disown her, after she was horribly beaten by Neji, but in the wake of Sasuke's betrayal, then her sudden improvement he had forgotten to do so, then even reinstated her as clan heiress.

Perhaps that was a mistake on his part.

Eyes darting to the window again, he spied the faint image of Naruto, running off into the distance, and at this he scowled darkly, coming to the obvious conclusion that the 'street rat' had been seeing his daughter, who was still nobility, thanks to her rapid improvement over the last three years.

Hinata had to make a concious effort to keep her eyes from opening, as she felt the piercing stare of her father's byakugan upon her.

But his words, they sent a chill down her spine, all the same.

"Sleep well, my daughter, for this is the last time you, or that Uzumaki brat, will enjoy a peaceful slumber, ever again."

Then he shut the door behind himself, and left, and only when Hinata heard the door to his room close, and then latch itself shut, and when her byakugan did not find anyone in the halls, did she take the box from under her pillow.

It was bound with a lavender ribon, and a card that read:

To Hinata-chan!

She tucked it into her pocket, then gingerly undid the ribbon and upon pulling it away, the box fell apart-

She opened the box now, gingerly lifting the heavy lid-

Her mouth worked, but no words came out as she saw the gift, and it took her breath away...

In her hands, about the size of her head, was a lavender heart, a light purple color in the middle, whilst the outer edges were inlaid with a slight tint of orange and blue, which everyone knew to be Naruto's favorite colors.

Yet, it was incredibly light, though her attention was not focused on its weight.

No, her eyes were glued to another engraving, this one on the heart itself, but it looked smoother, more delicate, and with great finesse.

It read:

To the only girl who ever understood me:

I hope she understands the significance of this gift.

Ever so carefully, Hinata clutched the delicate gift to her chest, holding it tightly, yet gently, so as not to break it.

Several moments of silence passed, but at last, the words came, yet they were a soft whisper, as she closed her eyes, and reveled in the moment, a small smile pulling at her lips, a light red blush upon her face.

"I love it."

This gave her a strong conviction, a promise, one she was determined to keep.

So what if she was persecuted by her family?

Who cared if her father knew, or dissaproved of her new relationship with Naruto?

None of that mattered now.

For the first time, in a long time-

She was happy.

Hinata Hyuuga was in love.