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The Tell-Tale Heart

❀Fest No Jutsu 2023❀

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❀Naruhina RomCom❀

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Summary: The Fourth Great Ninja War ends and Konoha is at peace; Hinata Hyuga contemplates Naruto Uzumaki's unexpected desire to spend more time with her.

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Tags: Blank Period • Canon • Canon Divergence • Declarations Of Love • Drama & Romance • Fake Relationship Trope • Fluff • Happy • Happy Ending • Humor • Light Angst • Love Confessions • Mutual Pining • Naruto Universe - Freeform • No Smut • Post War • POV Third Person • Romance • Teen Rated •Tooth Rotting Fluff •

Word Count - For Entire One-Shot: 8.4k.

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❀Preview:

Today in Konohagakure, the temperature was moderately warm.

The shining sun rose high in the cloudless, blue heavens, beaming with happiness where it took center stage above.

The residents of Konohagakure, enjoyed every moment of the new day, a day of peace and fun, as the sun smiled down on them with warm but pleasant beams.

The summer breeze flowed through the busy streets of the village, sweeping green leaves within its gentle wake where they carried on powerfully, just as the ninjas, Konoha's defenders, have done each and every day.

A year had passed since the conclusion of the Fourth Great Ninja War, allowing Konoha as a whole to at last settle down.

The streets were alive with laughter and chatter, with kids flying kites and pretending to be the ninjas they idolize, racing full speed through the crowds with their arms thrust behind them as if soaring.

Smiling villagers of all sizes and ages filled the streets, setting up their businesses and outlets to cheerfully trade their produce and wares with one another.

All around, structures and residences stood tall, having all been rebuilt from the devastation that numerous battles, particularly the Pain onslaught, had wreaked upon them.

Konoha was now endowed with brand-new structures, fresh possibilities, and new beginnings.

Ninjas, villagers, and children alike were all beaming and renewed—all appreciative of the timeless peace they had gained by never giving up, by consistently standing up for what is right, and by moving onward no matter what.

Konohagakure was now at peace.

Aside from Hinata Hyūga.

In the midst of the happiness that beamed all around her, the young kunoichi found herself having quite an episode: fingers twiddling together, her breathing escalated, cheeks red, and her mind in scrambles.

Hinata traversed the streets of Konoha dressed in her typical ninja garb, accompanied by her longtime team members and companions, Kiba and Shino.

Kiba, her loud, ferocious friend, shot her a glance with his slitted eyes, lifting an eyebrow as he sensed his shy friend's worried state.

After all, it was Hinata's idea to get together so the three of them could go for a walk through the village, get some fresh air, and just spend some time in each other's company.

However, Kiba and Shino have observed Hinata to be extremely fidgety and quiet the entire time, appearing to be preoccupied with a problem that both ninjas were overly conscious about.

Hinata was unable to stop talking about it after all.

Kiba groaned and shook his head, causing his brown curly hair to tussle about, brushing against the nape of his neck due to its increasing length.

To lighten the mood, the cheerful canine ninja gave Hinata a gentle shove with his elbow—just with the side of his folded arms.

He laughed as he caught the surprised squeak that flooded out of her lips, her body jolting as a result of being shoved out of her troublesome thoughts.

"Come on, Hinata-chan, stop overreacting already. It's not that bad." Kiba remarked with a gruff tone and an amused grin, his lips stretched wide to show off his razor-sharp canines.

Due to his delighted smile, the red triangles on his cheeks raised just a touch, his features quite robust and well-defined given his maturing age.

His voice, which had become deeper over the years, was emitted in a halfhearted manner, with little worry detected within, which did absolutely nothing to calm Hinata's anxiety.

Hinata's predicament was only made worse because of it.

Her pale cheeks grew even redder, and she found herself hiding behind the curtains of her long, midnight-blue hair, unable to meet Kiba's gaze.

"No, th-this is..."

"It's just Naruto, Hinata-chan. What does it matter whether the knucklehead wants to spend time with you? Big deal."

Kiba muttered impassively once again, simply shrugging his shoulders as if everything was normal—and especially normal for Hinata.

She shook her head. There was nothing normal about her situation.

Hinata took a glimpse at her brown-haired pal through the strands of her dark hair, only to be struck by the nonchalant expression found on his tanned face.

Kiba didn't seem bothered by her predicament or even able to understand why she was feeling the way she was, for the matter. It was certainly a sight she just couldn't comprehend.

It was quite obvious why she was so worked up.

Hinata bit her lip briefly, to deal with her nerves.

"B-But every day?" Hinata exclaimed, apprehensive.

"A-Am I the only one who finds it strange that Naruto-kun is suddenly spending so much time with me? It's s-so odd."

Hinata's meek voice broke through the gaps of her delicate lips, bursting into the village's midday hum. Such comments of hers would have been drowned out by the din of the crowd, but Kiba's keen hearing picked up on her words flawlessly.

He heard her loud and clear.

Kiba shrugged.

He genuinely did not perceive anything wrong with her current "situation."

Kiba thought Hinata was acting rather ridiculously, in fact. Every time Naruto was brought up in their many conversations, she would just revert to her usual flustered self.

The mere mention of the goofy blonde ninja always causes her to flush red all over and sends her into a stuttering frenzy. Even in her primary years, she would faint just by being in the blonde's presence.

Hinata has always been a flustered mess around Naruto, but even now, after having Hinata as a teammate for so long, Kiba has never been able to understand the immense anxiousness she would feel because of the blonde.

Apart from the fact that Naruto was now regarded as a war hero as a result of his heroic deeds during the Fourth Great Ninja War, Kiba still saw him merely as a hyperactive, dense, brainless knucklehead.

He just couldn't wrap his head around the fact that anyone would feel immense anxiety around someone like him.

It was all quite ridiculous.

Kiba found nothing odd or different about Hinata's frenzied behavior nor about Naruto's desire to spend more time with Hinata. After all, they were all growing closer to one another—every single one of their friends—now more than ever.

Nothing's strange there.

Shino, on the other hand, saw a different picture.

He let out a hum of curiosity, bringing to light his presence as he walked alongside Hinata.

His eyes were shielded from the sun by black shades, so others couldn't see his facial expressions as well.

One hand of his was buried in the pocket of his long jacket, while the other lifted to stroke his chin.

"Now that you mention it. That is strange."

Shino's voice emerged from his mouth, somber and monotone, phasing with the pleasant breeze around them. He too joined the conversation between Kiba and Hinata, voicing his concerns about the current situation at hand.

Hinata's dilemma.

All in all, it shouldn't really be a dilemma.

Hinata was aware of this.

Her predicament shouldn't be one that keeps her up at night, sends her in a tizzy, and leads her to become a hot, stuttering mess whenever she thinks about it.

Naruto.

Naruto was her dilemma.

Since the war has ended and all of Konoha has spent its time relishing the peace, Naruto has been exhibiting a variety of behavioral shifts—shifts that were pretty different and quite apparent—particularly because they diverged from the customary behavior tactics he has always demonstrated.

Such changes were all very unusual to Hinata, changes that she was unable to interpret or understand.

To put it simply, Naruto's been acting quite strangely toward her.

How strange you might ask?

For starters, Hinata thought it was somewhat odd of Naruto to unexpectedly develop the longing to devote every waking moment with her.

It seemed weird to her that he wanted to see her every day at the same time at Ichiraku Ramen in order to spend time with her.

Hinata bit her lip a bit harder.

She could hear him now.

"Let's eat out again, tomorrow, Hinata-chan. At Ichiraku, same time, same place. I had such a great time with you, dattebayo!"

Hinata could still clearly remember what he said to her almost a day ago when they shared a meal together at the Ichiraku Ramen Shop.

Even then, he showed signs of immense eagerness for her that she had never seen him show before.

Hinata recalled how he constantly barraged her with many subjects of discussion, even as he spoke to her while stuffing ramen noodles into his mouth.

He told her several of his own tales, including mission experiences that actually made her laugh quite a lot. More than she's ever done in her entire life.

It was all so... strange.

Don't misunderstand Hinata; Naruto's excitement was refreshing, albeit a little overwhelming.

Indeed, Hinata has always wished to spend time with Naruto, and she can't stop herself from enjoying those moments when she gets to sit beside him, shoulder to shoulder, and share a meal and a conversation with him, especially after the war is all said and done.

Sharing such moments with him has always been her dream.

Hinata relished the moments when Naruto lavished her with lots of attention, gazing into her eyes with a true sense of joy and care, and wanting nothing more than to spend as much time with her as he could.

And maybe, she's just overthinking.

Maybe, she's just blowing the entire situation out of proportion.

Maybe she was getting ahead of herself, but she was unable to ignore Naruto's peculiar behavior toward her, including the very difference in the way he spoke to her. It consumed her mind and bugged her so much.

Hinata has made a constant effort to understand why Naruto's behavior has drastically changed in the way it did toward her and why he suddenly developed the urge to hang out with her so excessively.

This was a really big deal to her.

Hinata couldn't help but mull it all over.

In the immediate aftermath of the war, Naruto changed from scarcely recognizing her to having just fleeting conversations with her to obnoxiously craving her company all the time.

It's such a drastic change.

This cannot be a coincidence, she thought.

Hinata occasionally found herself questioning whether Naruto's motives were sincere; she wondered if perhaps he was merely allowing himself to be close to her out of pity.

Pity for her losing Neji.

Yes, the war was officially over, but even so, there were still a lot of wounds that needed to be healed, and Neji's death surely left a lot of them. A lot of wounds.

Hinata occasionally finds herself becoming very sad at the mere recollection of Neji being dead, no longer living in Konoha, but instead buried with the other valiant ninjas who fought in the war.

She would frequently experience severe depression as she recalled the events leading up to his death and once more realized that he had indeed left this world and never to return again.

Hinata often thought of such depressing memories and felt their suppressive effect on her throughout her day-to-day life, and thus, she often thought that is why Naruto wished to spend so much time with her.

Because of pity. Because of guilt.

However, she always dismissed the idea, labeling herself as ridiculous for having such negative thoughts about her dear Naruto-kun.

As a result, Hinata discovers herself becoming quite enthusiastic about the alternative reason she came up with for Naruto's behavioral changes toward her.

And that was a result of authenticity.

Maybe, just maybe, Naruto has come to want to be close to her from a genuine standpoint.

Maybe he secretly yearns to be close to her, yearns to learn more about her, or, better yet, just genuinely enjoys her company.

Maybe, Naruto has come to yearn for something more.

But just as Hinata thought of such a thing, just as she allowed her fantasies to intertwine with her thoughts, she was quick to shake them off.

Hinata squealed, covering her eyes with her hands due to her lewd thoughts.

'No, no, that can't possibly be it!" Shaking off the idea, Hinata exclaimed in a frenzy fit in her mind. It was absurd for her to think that the frequent outings she would have with Naruto were anything romantic.

Yes, Naruto yearns to see her virtually every single day.

Yes, he genuinely offers to pay for her meal at each and every get-together.

Yes, he regularly gives her his jacket whenever she grows cold, without her having to utter a single word.

But...

Those were merely the acts of a friend, Hinata thought, a friend that truly cares.

'There's nothing romantic about that.' Hinata dismissed once more, hysterically shaking her tomato-red face as she hurried on carelessly, her open-toed shoes kicking up dirt every step of the way.

However, she was interrupted from her thoughts when she once more heard the voice of her enigmatic friend, Shino, speak after a little period of silence between the three of them.

"Hm, it almost seems like the two of you are dating. Maybe that's what Naruto wants."

It was only hearing those words from Shino that led Hinata to completely lose it.

She began to feel lightheaded. Terribly lightheaded.

'Me? D-Date Naruto-kun?!?' Hinata practically screeched in her head. She was going to faint, she just knew it.

It was only a matter of time now.

She whipped around to face Shino, in an effort to quickly dismiss such a ridiculous notion from his head. She couldn't bear it.

Hinata sweat dropped, her cheeks flushed red, "No, no, Naruto-kun and I aren't d-dating. Dating o-or romance, for that matter, isn't possibly the reason for all of this. There has to be a-another explanation..."

"Hm." Shino rubbed his chin once more, "It's quite obvious what's going on here, Hinata-chan. Naruto's sudden and enthusiastic yearning to spend more time with you when the war is over. All of it seems to be pointing towards the possibility that his eyes may have opened after all this time." Shino hummed.

"The evidence is right in front of you." Shino expressed with a nod, as he tried to piece together the situation and come up with a solution.

Kiba, in contrast, just shrugged. He merely found the two humorous, trying to solve an issue that was so clear.

He shook his head, "Hinata-chan, come on. You gotta stop overthinking."

He brushed his shoulder against hers yet again, doing so with a groan, "Good kami, all of this Naruto stuff is getting you ridiculous, Hinata-chan. Come on, think about it. Isn't this what you always wanted?" He asked, blurting out what he knew had to be said.

With wrinkled brows, he gazed down at the midnight blue-haired woman beside him, watching as her lavender eyes widened at his remark.

He tilted his head, his expression somewhat solemn, "Isn't this time spent with Naruto, or rather, him wanting to spend time with you, something you always wished for?"

Hinata's eyes widened even more. Even her heart skipped a beat.

It was. It's all Hinata has ever wanted.

She's spent her entire life walking behind Naruto, always staring at his back, longing for him to turn and notice her.

She had yearned for him to realize her presence, to recognize all the times she had followed him, supported him, been influenced to become stronger by him, and even risked her life for him.

She yearned to be by his side, showering him with her affection and reverence.

She wished so badly he would one day look at her the very same way she looked at him.

That is all she has ever wished for—Naruto to notice her.

And now...

Hinata's breath caught in her throat as Kiba's words flashed through her mind, finally waking her up and causing her to realize what a blessing this entire situation was for her.

The sudden acts of Naruto wanting to spend time with her; and the genuine smiles he showers her with.

The big, warm hugs he gives her the moment she arrives at Ichiraku Ramen.

The jokes, the laughter, the smiles.

Everything.

Hinata finally considered every bit of her situation, and she used the opportunity to take a step outside of herself, away from the troubling emotions that were stifling her, and instead take in the situation as a whole.

Her breath hitched.

Indeed, she has always wanted this.

Always.

And now, with her eyes opened, she has realized how silly she has been.

She has done nothing but speculate about Naruto's motives, questioning herself as a whole for liking his behavioral shifts.

She was so worried and anxious about the whole thing, as well as flustered and embarrassed by being so close to Naruto so suddenly, that she entirely failed to notice the positive elements of her predicament.

But now...

A smile arose on Hinata's face and in that moment, she felt a weight lift from her shoulders. She suddenly felt the worries she's been dealing with for a couple of weeks now set sail and fly away.

She finally sensed herself becoming free from her worries; free from it all. All thanks to her friends; Kiba and Shino.

She really needed this chat.

Because now, Hinata could finally see the situation from a different perspective, a more positive approach to her situation, and now she finds herself a little bit more...

appreciative.

She bawled her fists tight by her chest, biting her lip briefly, "Y-Yes, this is what I have wanted." She whispered, finally voicing out her own wants for a change, voicing that she indeed has always wanted Naruto to notice her, just in the way he has recently.

Kiba and Shino exchanged a joyful grin, both ninjas flawlessly catching their bashful friend's answer even in the midst of the raucous outside noises around them.

It was undoubtedly like music to their ears, and they were both comforted by the fact that their friend's sentiments of embarrassment and worry were no longer clouding her judgment—no longer keeping her troubled.

The two men were pleased to find that their efforts had been successful and that their words of caution and contemplation had not been merely ignored or overlooked.

Kiba and Shino were certainly pleased to see Hinata finally diverted from her mental woes and the clamor of her irrational thoughts, which had previously blinded and hampered her. And ultimately, keeping her from finding happiness with the one man that almost everyone in the village knows can greatly comfort and increase Hinata's level of contentment.

Peace was now assured.

Kiba exclaimed joyfully, "See, there you go! So I say, quit your overreacting and relax! Enjoy the peace already!"

He shoved her shoulder again which actually caused Hinata to giggle, her body swaying a bit.

"Kami, if you're so worried about Naruto spending time with you, why don't you just ask him? Who knows, Shino might be right, your precious Naruto-kun might have finally woken up." Kiba teased with a laugh.

Hinata instantly gasped, her head space once again flooded by overwhelming thoughts, her body riddled with feelings of flusteredness.

Throughout Kiba's entire speech, one particular detail caught her attention the most.

My precious Naruto-kun.

Hinata's blush rushed back to engulf her whole tenfold, "H-Hey don't call him that!" The flustered kunoichi exclaimed in embarrassment before reaching over to slap Kiba's folded arm.

But her gesture of getting him back due to his teasing only pushed the brown-haired male to laugh and tease her even more.

"Oh, Naruto-kun! My precious Naruto-kun!"

"St-Stop it, Kiba-kun!"

"No! You make it so easy, Hinata-chan!"

Hinata grumbled, her heart racing in her chest as she was teased by Kiba but soon comforted by Shino.

After all was said and done, however, and after a much-needed conversation with her good friends, she found herself looking forward to the dinner get-together with Naruto.

Now, more than ever.

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Mei Terumi x Hot & Popular Daughter Reader Part 2: The 5 Kage Summit

A/N: I have fun making the first part! I just had to make a part two with scenes from the Kage Summit Arc! Hope you enjoy!

Masterlist

PART 1

TW: Fluff, suggestive themes, reader is now 18.

Taglist: @ppg-artss @lovelygeniegirl1012 @mercymccann @kakeisumire @aoi-ajisai @mechmoucha @barbellina @nightingaleflow @bonchin @awhore4uchiha @havrlie

Featured characters: Mei, Ao, Chojuro, Naruto, Choji, Rock Lee, Ino, Hinata, the Kages, the Sand siblings, Sasuke, Suigetsu, Karin, Jugo, Orochimaru.

💄You sat in your room as you stared at your pile of love letters that were sent to you by men all over the world.

💄Now that you were single again, it was free real estate for men to try their luck with you again. The boys in your class asked you out, there were more attempted kidnappings by obsessed Hidden Mist thugs, and of course the many love letters sent by men all over the world.

💄You decided to read the ones from the Hidden Leaf that came with chocolates. The first letter reeked of sweat and gym socks.

‘Y/N Terumi, please marry me! You are an angel sent from heaven! I’m willing to do 2000 squats, 5000 push ups, and 9000 jumping jacks to prove myself worthy! Please accept my love!’

-Rock Lee

💄You sweatdropped. ”That’s a bit much don’t you think?” You took one bite of the chocolate and made a face. “Yuck! This is one of those cheap brands!” You toss the chocolate and Lee’s note in the trash next to you before moving on to the next letter. It smelled like chips.

‘Let’s go out sometime! We can go out for pork fried dumplings if you’d like! I’ll even share some potato chips with you!’

-Choji Akimichi

💄You deadpanned. Not only that, but the candy bar was half eaten. You hurled them both into the trash. “Cheapskate!”

💄You picked up another letter that smelled like flowers. ‘Ino’ was written on it. You raised an eyebrow. “Huh? I didn’t know she swung that way…” Curiosity got the best of you as you find yourself opening the letter.

‘I’m going to EXPOSE you, bitch! I know you cheated in this years Miss Ninja Universe Pageant! I should have won that crown AND that free vacation to the Hidden Steam! ME! Just admit it already, Y/N! You’re a phony!’

-Ino Yamanaka

💄You threw your head back and laughed as tears flew out of your eyes. “Girl is OBSESSED! So in denial!” You turn to your shelf seeing the many Miss Teen Ninja and Miss Ninja Universe crowns and trophy’s. You smiled at the photo of you in a yukata minidress, accepting an award from Lady Tsunade. “I won those contests fair and square.”

💄You toss Ino’s letter in the trash and pick up another one from Hinata before opening it. The letter smelt like sweet perfume.

‘Hello Y/N. I hope you are doing well. I heard that you were looking for a new husband. I know things didn’t go well on your first date with my cousin Neji, but it would mean a lot if you would give him another chance. Please give it some thought.’

-Hinata Hyuga

💄You smiled a bit. You thought it was sweet of Hinata to give her cousin a chance of love. However… “I’m not gonna go out and marry someone who thought it was OK to call me a slut. He had his chance,” you hissed before threw the letter in the trash.

💄Hinata was definitely the nicer Hyuga. You remembered meeting her during at your first Miss Teen Ninja pageant. She was shy but cute and very sweet towards you despite the fact that she lost. Overtime you two became closer and Hinata took you out for cinnamon rolls.

💄”Maybe I’ll invite her to my next party,” you smiled. You then pick up another letter and open it. “Alright just one more for the day…”

‘Hi Y/N. Nice to meet ya! I’m Naruto! So listen, I’m not too experienced on this sort of thing but I think you’re really pretty and I’ve heard pretty cool stuff about you too! I’d like to get to know you and see what you’re all about, you know? There’s this cool place in the Hidden Leaf called Ichiraku Ramen! It’s really good and I’d love to take you out sometime!’

-Naruto Uzumaki, the man who will become Hokage. BELIEVE IT!

💄You found yourself giggling. The letter sounded so endearing, genuine, and cute. It was nice to see that a guy genuinely wanted to get to know you and see you beyond just your looks. And on top of that, it came with a Snickers candy bar. Your favorite!

💄”Maybe I will give him a chance!” You smiled. You quickly down the snickers bar and got to work on your letter.

‘Dear Naruto, nice to meet you too! I really liked your letter! And thanks for the yummy candy bar! You sound like a lot of fun! I’d love to go out with-‘

💄You stop writing and frowned. You weren’t ready to date again even after all this time. The truth was, you still harbored feelings for your previous love.

💄You dug into your cleavage and pulled out a silver heart shaped locket. You opened it. Inside it was a a picture of your former fiancé Suigetsu. He had a toothy smirk and a wink that made your heart melt.

💄After Suigetsu was captured by Orochimaru, you became lonely and depressed. You had your mom by your side, but it still didn’t change the fact that you still missed your love.

💄You sighed sadly. “Oh Suigetsu, where are you?”

…

💄You seduced the bar owner downtown and managed to rent out the space for your latest party. After sending out hundreds of invites to your friends and getting a band together, you all partied that night at the bar.

💄Parties were a way to get your mind off things. Given that you were popular in school, everyone loved to come to your parties and how chaotic they got.

💄You were currently on stage with your band. You were scantily clad in a f/c bikini that was covered by a fishnet cropped tank and a matching fishnet miniskirt and f/c heels. You held a mic and tapped your foot to the beat of the drums and the strum of the guitar before you started singing ‘LOVERS’.

“Kimi wa ima namida nagashita! Nakijakuru kodomo no you niiii…”

“Tatoe asu ga mienaku natte mo mamoru yoooooo…”

💄As the beat dropped, you shot a finger up in the air as you posed.

“Natsu no sora miagete nirandaaaa!”

💄The crowd cheered as you started dancing on the stage to the strumming of the guitar. Your friends all danced with you while they raised their drinks in the air.

“Tsuyogatte bakari de namida wa misenaiii!”

“Hontou wa kowai kuse niii…”

💄You jumped onto another part of the stage that had a pole and started to dance with it as you sang. The crowd cheered even louder as you grinded on the pole.

“Taisetsu na mono woooooo!”

“Ushinawanu you niiii!”

“Hisshi de hashiri nukete kita…”

💄You reach your hands to touch the fanboys in the crowd. All of them had hearts in their eyes as you touched them. Some even passed out after you winked at them.

💄You couldn’t help but feel a little sad as the lyrics made you feel about your love for Suigetsu and the tears that came after his disappearance.

“Itsudatte nagai yoru wo!”

“Futari de norikoetaaaa!”

“Kono mama isshoni iru kara tsuyogatte nai de…iin da yoooo…”

💄You hadn’t noticed that Ao had walked into the bar after hearing the source of loud music. He was absolutely flabbergasted at the sight of the hundreds of underaged youth partying and drinking at a bar past midnight.

💄That was when he saw you singing and pole dancing on stage. His jaw dropped. “Oh my god!” On one hand he was amazed at the sound of your beautiful voice, on the other he couldn’t believe what you had done. But then again this wasn’t the first time you threw a wild party. But a pole dance? A pole dance?! What on earth were you thinking?! Why were you dressed like that?!

💄He gasped seeing how three boys jumped on stage to start dancing close to you. You grinded on one of them as you sang. Ao shook his head. “The youth these days…” He looked around to find an electrical source to unplug the music speakers.

“Kimi wa ima namida nagashita! Nakijakuru kodomo no you niiii…”

“Tatoe asu ga mienaku natte mo mamoru yoooooo…“

💄That was when the lights went out. You stopped singing and looked around in confusion as you heard the disappointed and confused murmurs in the crowd. ”PARTY’S OVER!” You heard a familiar voice shout. You widened your eyes, knowing who it was. “Oh no…”

…

💄Ao covered you in his robe to prevent wandering eyes from seeing your skin. He carried you as he dragged you home.

💄”Let me go, Ao!” You cried as you squirm in his grasp but his grip was too tight. “Partying and pole dancing half naked at a bar at 2 in the morning?! And on a school night?! Just wait til your mother hears about this!” Ao scolded. He shook his head. “The youth today have no discipline!”

💄”I’m 18! I’m grown! You’re not the boss of me anymore old man!” You say as you bang a fist into Ao’s back. “Doesn’t matter how old you are. You’re still my responsibility, Y/N.” Ao says.

💄You both finally made it back to the mansion. Ao set you down. You growled a bit when he shoved you inside. Mei had a shocked expression on her face upon seeing you. “Caught this one partying half naked at a bar,” Ao said.

💄Mei rushed over to you and cupped your cheeks. Tears threatened to spill from her eyes. “Oh baby! I was so worried! Why are you drinking? Where did I go wrong?” You sighed. You hated making your mother worry. “Mommy, I wasn’t drinking.”

💄Mei let out a sigh of relief. “Oh, thank goodness.” Ao scoffed. ”Could’ve fooled me,” You glared at him. “I am completely sober! I was just having fun and all you do is ruin everything!”

💄”’Having fun?’ I can’t imagine what would have happened if I hadn’t dragged you out of that bar! Just how many parties are you going to keep throwing until your satisfied, Y/N?!” Ao yelled.

💄”Well maybe I wouldn’t have to go to a bar if you let me throw parties here at the mansion again,” you snapped. Ao narrowed his eyes at you. “Need I remind you the hot tub incident?”

💄You went into deep thought as you recalled your engagement party with Suigetsu. The two of you slipped away from the crowd and entered Mei’s master bathroom where you peeled off each other’s clothes and fucked in the large bubbly hot tub.

💄Things got more playful from there when Suigetsu used his great water arm technique to spank you. He accidentally slammed the tub walls causing the tub to crash through several floors down, exposing you both to the crowd.

💄It was good thing the bubbles censored your modesty, but it didn’t change the fact that you were embarrassed over being caught. Ao was disgusted and Mei was furious. She grounded you for a month and banned you from throwing parties at the house.

💄You couldn’t help but giggle and blush at the memories. Suigetsu ALWAYS knew how to show you a good time. Ao raised an eyebrow. “You think this is funny?!” You snap out of your thoughts and glared at him. “I think it’s funny how you think you can tell me what to do. I’m old enough! I can do what I want!”

💄”I knew that Hozuki boy would be a bad influence on you! He’s nothing but trouble,” Ao said. You crossed your arms defiantly. “Well maybe I like trouble!”

💄”You are nothing but a spoiled brat! Your mother raised you better than that and you’re dragging her reputation through the mud! If you’re so grown up then start acting like an adult and stop behaving like an out of control teenager!” Ao snapped. You growled. “SCREW YOU, AO! YOU’RE NOT MY DAD!”

💄”Young lady! That’s enough!” Mei yelled. You stared at her completely stunned. She had a stern glare trained onto you as she raised a finger. “Ao’s right, you’ve gotten too far, Y/N. No more wild parties!” You pouted. “But mom…”

💄”Not another word,” Mei said sternly. You held your tongue. You knew better than to talk back to your mom, considering how scary she was when she was angry.

💄A calm and happy smile returned back to her face. “Now then. I wanted to let you know that The Five Kage Summit is coming up soon.” Your eyes lit up. If Mei was leaving, then that would mean you could throw several parties without her knowing. “Really? When are you leaving?”

💄”We’re leaving tomorrow. All of us!” Mei said happily. You widened your eyes. “What?! Why do I have to go?”

💄”It’s to educate you on international shinobi relations. And keep you from rebelling against your mother by partying again,” Ao said. You blushed as you glared at him. You hated how him being a sensory type gave him the ability to see right through you. “I-I-I wasn’t gonna throw any parties!”

💄You turned back to Mei, giving her puppy dog eyes. “Mommy, I don’t wanna go to the Summit. I wanna stay here and part-I mean…play and go out with my friends.”

💄Mei pouted as she gave you puppy dog eyes of her own. “I won’t feel as strong without my beautiful and amazing daughter by my side to protect me. You’ll come too, won’t you baby?” Your cheeks flushed. You were no match for those puppy dog eyes.

💄You sighed. “F-fine, I’ll go.” Mei smiled. “Good! Now give mommy a kiss!” Your cheeks flushed a deeper red as Mei pouted her lips. Your mom had always been affectionate but you felt as though you were too old for her kisses.

💄You knew that she would get all sad and depressed if you didn’t show her affection. You sighed before leaning in close to give Mei a peck on the cheek.

💄”Mwah~”

💄Mei’s cheeks flushed. “Aww! You’re so sweet!” She pulled you in close and gave you lots of kisses. “Mom! Stop it…” you whined as kiss marks start to stain your face.

💄Mei stopped with the kisses and pulled you into a hug. You smiled and hugged back. Nothing was better than your mothers love. “And Honey?” She asks. “Yes mommy?” You say. “You’re grounded for a month,” Mei said kindly.

…

💄The following morning, you, Mei, Ao, and Chojuro were ready to set off, but not before being seen off the the village elder and the other villagers. You finished applying some lipstick for the first time as you stared at your compact. Mei said you could start wearing lipstick the moment you turned 18. You loved how shiny and plumper your lips looked.

💄You saw in your mirror how Ao was staring at you disapprovingly. You knew he didn’t like how you were wearing lipstick. You rolled your eyes and ignored him as you didn’t want to start trouble in front of the people. After all, image was everything.

💄”Chojuro, how’s my makeup?” You whispered to him. Chojuro blushed. “Oh um…l-looks good, Lady Y/N.” You giggled. It was so cute seeing him all flustered.

💄”We entrust the honorable Mizukage to your care.” One shinobi said. “Make sure the Mizukage doesn’t overdo it.” Another said. “I know I will,” Ao said.

💄”Lady Y/N, be strong and remain diligent for Lady Mizukage’s sake,” another shinobi said. You give the villagers your most charming smile as you winked. “Always have, always will~” you sang.

💄The villagers and even the Elder blushed at that. They all thought you were so alluring and beautiful. Ao rolled his eyes. He didn’t like how you used your feminine wiles to get through to people.

💄The Village Elder approached Mei with the blue headgear. She took it. “Thank you very much!” Mei stood strongly snd proudly. “Lord Great Elder, by my title of Mizukage, I’ll fulfill my duties with brilliance!”

💄You smiled in admiration at Mei. She was such a kind and strong leader. “As one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, protect Lady Mizukage well, Chojuro,” a shinobi said.

💄”Uh, yes sir…all four of us should be just fine…well I hope…” Chojuro said nervously. You sighed as you turned to him. “We’ve got to work on that confidence, Cho.”

💄Mei nodded in agreement. ”Y/N’s right. You’re very strong! After all, that’s why I chosen you to accompany me to the Summit. Kay, Chojuro?” Chojuro smiled a bit. “Um, yes m’am. I’ll do my absolute best…well I hope…”

💄You smirk at him. “Don’t say ‘I hope’ say ‘I will!’” You say as you give Chojuro a playful hip bump. Chojuro was startled at the sudden contact. His cheeks flushed a deeper red as he chuckled nervously. “Oh! Heh heh…I-I will! Y-You can count on me Lady Y/N! I’ll protect you too!”

💄You winked at him. “That’s the spirit!” ‘Shes so kind and beautiful…just like her mother. If only I could tell Y/N how I feel…’ Chojuro thought.

💄”’Yes m’am’ is all you should say. That spineless attitude is useless,” Ao hissed. You glared at him. “Stop being so mean to Chojuro!” Ao sighed. “You’re a prime example. The youth these days are all made weakness…”

💄You flinched at the triggering word. It was already too late as Mei’s eyes had already darkened. You sweatdropped. “Um…mommy? Are you okay?” You whispered to her. Mei remained silent. ‘Crap, I gotta think of something to calm her down,’ you thought.

💄”Ao, enough with the lecturing! Now get moving or you’re going to be late,” the Village Elder said. Your face went blue at his words. ‘Oh no!’ You turned back to Mei who’s eyes started to get darker.

💄You instantly got behind her and rubbed her shoulders a bit. “Hey, how bout a quick massage before we go, mommy? Try to calm down, okay?” You say with a nervous smile.

💄”My lectures good advice,” Ao began. “Why back in my day…” You looked at him with panic. ‘No Ao! Don’t say that!’ You mentally shrieked.

💄You shrieked out loud when Mei coldly shrugged your hands off her shoulders before approaching Ao. “Shut up. Or die,” she said with a sweet smile. Ao’s eyes went wide in astonishment. You sweatdropped. ‘Well at least moms okay…right?’

💄Mei then stood proudly as she raised her headgear up high. “Alright! Chojuro! Ao! Y/N! Let’s depart!”

…

💄After traveling for so long, you all made it to an inn that night. You leaned against a wall and cooled yourself down with your paper fan as Chojuro and Mei got settled. Ao watched you intently from across the room, studying your movements.

💄You glared at him. “Q-Quit staring at me! You’re making me nervous!” Ao shook his head. “Don’t think so. I gotta keep my eye on you and make sure you don’t find a boy and run off.”

💄You roll your eyes at him as you closed your fan. “Just what kind of girl do you think I am?” Ao glared at you. “One that rebels against her mother and parties at bars past curfew.” You rolled your eyes again at that. “Well there are no boys around. All I see is an angry old man!”

💄Mei glared at you. “Y/N! Shush! That’s enough!” You flinched at her tone and shrunk back, not wanting to upset her. Ao smirked in triumph seeing how you were finally getting disciplined.

💄You turn to Chojuro and watched him set his blade down against the wall. “Chojuro, you’re great twin sword, Hiramekarei must be quite a burden. Are you alright carrying it?” Mei asked. “Oh, I’m fine. Though I’m feeling a bit feverish,” Chojuro said.

💄Mei slowly approached him. “Let’s see…” She put her arm behind Chojuro’s neck and pressed her forehead against his. “Well it does feel like you might have a slight temperature.” You couldn’t help but giggle to yourself seeing Chojuro blush.

💄”Lady Fifth, you spoil Chojuro too much! It’s the same with your daughter too! This is why the young these days get so full of themselves! You spice a temperature from such a short jaunt?” Ao hissed. “Why, in my day I…”

💄You glared at him. “Hey! I am not spoi-!” You stopped mid sentence when Mei gave you a warning glare. She then directed her glare to Ao.

💄”Ao…it’s no longer the dark time when we were called the Blood Mist Village. The nightmare created by the Fourth Mizukage is long over. You do well not to bring up the past,” she warned. Ao nodded. “Yes I…forgive me…m’am.”

💄Mei smiled. “Now, let’s stop such depressing talk and have some supper instead! I’m looking forward to the meal this inn has made!” She turned to you. “Aren’t you, Sweetheart?” You nodded. “Yeah! I hope they have dessert too! I’ve been craving sweets! Maybe we could get cake or something!” Mei nodded. “Mmm, yes, a cake sounds splendid.”

💄”I hope you’ve engaged in appetizing dinner,” Ao said. You flinched at the triggering word and saw how Mei’s eyes darkened. ‘Oh crap…’ you thought.

💄Ao approached Chojuro. “You have arranged for all of our meals, haven’t you Chojuro?” Chojuro got nervous. “There were just so many choices. So I had a lot of trouble making up my mind. And in the end I couldn’t decide…”

💄You gasped at the triggering word and turned back to Mei. Her eyes became darker. ‘Okay this is bad…gotta change the subject…’ you thought.

💄You decided to try and lighten the mood of the room and create a distraction. You go behind Chojuro and wrap your arms around his neck. He widens his eyes as his cheeks flushed. “L-L-L-Lady Y/N! What are you-?”

💄”Chojuro! Let’s order something expensive and yummy!” You cooed. Chojuro’s face started heating up. “E-Expensive? A-A-Are you sure?” Your eyes lidded as you stroked his arm tenderly. “Mmhm…like maybe some…tender meat?”

💄You pressed your breasts to Chojuro’s back, burying your face in his neck a bit. Chojuro started to sweat. His breathing became heavy as the little sword in his pants started to rise a bit. Ao was completely disgusted by the display.

💄He stormed over to you and yanked you by your arm away from Chojuro. Chojuro immediately ran away to order the food. Ao glared at you. “Enough! You’re the Fifth Mizukage’s daughter! Have some class and stop acting like some shameless hussy!”

💄You glared back. “I was only trying to change the subject to keep you from saying anything stupid to my mom!” Ao growled at you. “Don’t you play games with me young lady! It’s always you or Chojuro! Youth these days have voided hearts and no ambition!”

💄Your face went blue as you widened your eyes in horror at the triggering word. “Ao! No!” It was too late. Mei stepped towards you both. You shrieked as she pried Ao’s hand off of yours, freeing you. Ao looked at her in confusion. “Lady Fifth?” Mei leaned close to him.

💄”Shut up. Or die…”

…

💄After supper, you went to your room and changed into a short f/c yukata robe. You spotted Chojuro in the hallway and invited him into your room to come and play. He was hesitant at first, but just like many guys, he was unable to resist your charms.

💄The two of you spent the night in your bed having a pillow fight which soon turned into a tickle fight. You both laugh the entire time.

💄”Lady Y/N! HAHAHA! Stop! That tickles!” Chojuro laughs. “Make me!” You chuckle as you tickle his sides. A devious smirk spreads on his face. “Fine, I will…”

💄Chojuro flips you over so that he was on top of you. You squealed as he pins your wrists above your head. You were almost shaken up. He was so strong. The two of you stare into each other’s eyes for a moment.

💄Chojuro’s cheeks flushed. He had never been this close to you before. ‘Y/N…she’s so beautiful…I know I shouldn’t but…’

💄Chojuro cupped your cheeks and started leaning closer to you. You blinked in confusion. “Chojuro…? What are you-?”

💄The door slammed opened. You and Chojuro turned and saw that it was Ao at the door. His eyes widened at the sight of you both in bed. “What in the devil is going here?!”

💄 Ao glared at him. “In bed with the Fifth Mizukage’s daughter?! Have you no shame?!” Chojuro immediately jumped off the bed. His knees shook as his face became red. “Ao it’s n-n-not what it looks like!”

💄”GET OUT!” Ao shouted. Chojuro screamed as he ran out the room. Ao turned to glare at you. You sat up in your bed and glared back. The shift of your movement caused your yukata sleeve to slide off your shoulder a bit, revealing your f/c bra strap.

💄Ao shook his head at the sight. “Look at yourself! I don’t even want to imagine what would have happened if I didn’t come sooner.” You blushed as you fix your sleeve to cover your shoulders. “We weren’t gonna do anything! We were just playing in bed together!”

💄Ao raised an eyebrow. “‘Playing in bed together?’” You blushed. ‘Okay so that sounded a little suggestive just now…’ you thought.

💄”Chojuro is one of the Seven Ninja Swordmen, he doesn’t need to be coddled. I swear you’re just like your mother,” Ao sighed. “I’ll take that as a compliment,” you huffed.

💄Ao groaned. “Y/N, you can’t just keep on chasing after every boy you see.” You glared at him. “That’s not true! There’s only one boy I love and his name is Suigetsu Hozuki!” Ao narrows his eyes at you. “I already told you! That Hozuki boy is a bad influence on you! I wish Mangetsu didn’t have to die so that you could rebound to his delinquent of a brother!”

💄”How do you know what’s good for me?!” You snap. Ao growled, having enough of your talk backs. “Y/N-“

💄”-No! All you do is hate me and ruin my fun! You never want me to be happy! Why can’t you just let me live my life?!” You cry.

💄Ao finally snapped. “No daughter of mine needs to be marrying some thug-!” Ao stopped mid sentence, surprised at his own words. Your eyes widened as you stared at Ao in bewilderment as your heart nearly stopped.

💄‘Ao…is he my dad?’ You thought. You scanned his features. He didn’t look like you. But if there was any possibility that he slept with your mom 18 years ago…

💄”No…I’m not your father…” Ao said as if he read your thoughts. And just like that, your heart sank. You hugged your knees to your chest. “Oh…”

💄You didn’t know whether to feel relief or sadness. You never knew who your real father was and every time you questioned Mei about it, she kept quiet.

💄”Well then…why did you say that?” You ask sadly. Ao sighed as he scratched the back of his head nervously. “Well you may not know it but…I do think of you as my own daughter…”

💄Warmth filled your heart as his words as you lift your head out your knees. “Really?” Ao smiled a bit before walking over to sit next to you on the bed. “Of course. Why else do you think I’m always hard on you?”

💄”Because you hate me,” you say. “You’re wrong. I don’t hate you,” Ao said. “I just hate all the bad decisions you make.” You couldn’t help but chuckle a bit at that.

💄You then recall all the memories of your time with Ao throughout the years. When you were 3, he chased you around the mansion when you refused to take a bath.

💄When you were 7, he took you to the park when your mother was too busy to spend time with you.

💄At your 13th birthday party, he scolded you for initiating a food fight at the mansion.

💄When you were 15, Ao rescued you from thugs who put you under a genjutsu who threatened to sell you to a mob boss.

💄Then you recalled him scolding you recently for the bar party. Now you saw that behind the scolding was love.

💄You realized now that if you ever thought about your dad, all you could picture was Ao.

💄Tears stream down your eyes as you bring Ao into a hug. “Ao…I’m sorry…for everything…” Ao stared at you in bewilderment as you sobbed into his chest.

💄He couldn’t help but smile. You looked so precious. He put an arm around you and pulled you closer. “I’m sorry too.” He tilted your chin up and wiped your tears. “But you need to start acting like a grown up okay? Think about your actions and how it might affect your mothers positions as Mizukage.”

💄 He was right. You had to start thinking about your moms reputation. “Okay,” you nodded. “By the way, where did you learn to sing like that?” Ao asked. You smiled, remembering your party performance. “I always knew how to sing! I perform at every pageant I’ve won.”

💄”You have a pretty voice,” Ao said. “Thanks!” You say happily. You then remembered something. “I noticed you left out the pole dance when you told mom about the party…” you say nervously.

💄Ao sighed and shook his head. “If you’re mother knew her daughter was dancing like that, it would break her heart!” You giggled. “You really do care!”

💄Ao blushed and rolled his eyes a bit. “Just promise me you won’t do anything like that again.” You lean up towards Ao and give him a peck on the cheek. “Okay, dad.” Ao glared at you as his cheeks flushed a deeper red. “Don’t call me ‘dad’. It makes me sound like an old man.”

💄You giggled again. “But you are an old man!” You and Ao laughed together for that moment. Neither of you noticed that Mei was peeking behind the door, smiling that the two of you finally found common ground.

…

💄The morning of the Kage Summit finally came. You were served warm tea to heat up before the Summit commenced. One by one all the Kage and their bodyguards from each village showed up.

💄Your eyes met with Gaara’s first. He gave you a kind smile. You sweatdrop. ‘Oh god please don’t come…’ you thought.

💄Gaara and his siblings approached you. You forced a kind smile. “Hi Gaara.” “Hello Y/N,” he said. “You look lovely.” You force a giggle. “Thannnks.”

💄’I wish I didn’t have to run into my ex…well er…we went on one date so is he even considered my ex?’ You thought.

💄There was an awkward silence between you both. ‘Maybe I should shake his hand and call it a day or something…or should I hug him?’ You thought.

💄You step forward towards Gaara to reach a hand out but Temari immediately steps in front of you to block your path, causing you to stop in place. “Oh! Um…hiya Temari,” you say nervously. Temari said nothing. Her blue eyes gave you a piercing glare that said it all.

💄You sweatdropped under her scrutiny. Temari never liked you. You knew her as a fellow competitor from the Miss Teen Ninja and Miss Ninja Universe pageants. And just like Ino, she also believe you cheated.

💄Since you rejected Gaara’s hand in marriage, you were on her blacklist. The longer she stared at you, the more uncomfortable you became. ‘So awkward…can’t breathe…’ you thought.

💄You look over to Kankuro who had heart in his eyes upon seeing you. “Hi, are you still single?” You raise an eyebrow at him. “Huh?” Gaara sighed. “Kankuro, be respectful.”

💄Temari scoffed. “You shouldn’t waste your time on a girl like her anyway. Have some self respect.” Your cheeks burned from the embarrassment as you felt your heart sink. ‘Ouch…’

💄After that awkward fiasco, you met with the Tsuchikage and his bodyguards. Õnoki looked you up and down with a dirty grin on his face. “So this is the Fifth Mizukage’s daughter that Deidara kept going on about. Mmm, what a fine young lass.”

💄You shivered. ‘Ewwww…you dirty old man…and who is Deidara?’ You thought. You forced a smile despite your thoughts. “Pleased to meet you, Lord Tsuchikage.” Õnoki nodded at that, his grin never left his face.

💄You brought your gaze over to Kurotsuchi. You recognized her from the pageants. Thankfully, you two didn’t have any beef. You gave her a genuine smile. “Hi Kuro! It’s good to see you again!” Kurotsuchi nodded. “Likewise.”

💄She gave you a suspicious look. “Hey, is it true that you cheated in the pageant?” You narrowed your eyes at her as you sweatdropped. “I didn’t cheat…”

💄You then met with Danzo. He looks you up and down for a moment before giving you a look of disgust. “Feh!” He then walks away from you. Your jaw dropped as you stared in astonishment. You internally fumed. ‘RUDE! Who made that old coot the Hokage? Where’s sweet Auntie Tsunade?’

💄Finally, you met with the Raikage who’s presence was very intimidating. His bodyguards C and Darui were with him. They were both really hot!

💄A broke into a grin. ”Well if it isn’t Miss Ninja Universe…” You gave him a smile. “A pleasure, Lord Raikage.” A chuckled a bit. “So how’s married life treating you?” Your smile slowly dropped. “Oh…I’m not married…”

💄A’s lips formed a bigger grin. “I see…well maybe that wouldn’t be a problem if you had offered Omoi’s hand in marriage.” An irritated tick mark appeared on your head as A chuckled.

💄’Okay so we have one Kage who’s my ex, one that’s a perv, one that’s an asshole, and one who’s a bigger asshole! These Kage’s are all clowns!’ You thought.

…

💄You stood with Ao and Chojuro behind the curtain alongside the other bodyguards of the other Kage as the Kage Summit commenced.

💄As each of the Kage talked about the worlds issues, you found yourself bored by the second. At one point the Raikage smashed his desk, prompting for all the bodyguards to jump out and protect their Kage. After Mei told you, Ao, and Chojuro to stand down, you each along with the other bodyguards went back behind the curtain once more.

💄You were bored once more as the Kage conversed. That’s when Ao spoke up. “Chojuro, Y/N, prepare for battle.” You and Chojuro exchange confused looks before directing it at Ao. “What?”

💄Ao then activated his Byakugan. He then stepped out from behind the curtain and exposed Danzo for stealing Shisui Ichiha’s eye. You were all shocked by the revelation.

💄That was when a large green plant sprouted in the middle of the Kage circle revealing a creepy white plant man with green hair. ”Why hellooooo there!”

💄You and all the other bodyguards stepped out from the curtain to defend your Kage’s. A growled. “One problem after another! Now what?!” “Is he Akatsuki?” Danzo asked. Õnoki nodded. “Seems so.”

💄”Guess what? Sasuke Uchiha is stuck in here! I wonder…where do you think he could be hiding right now? Any guesses?!” The white plant creature sang.

💄You were absolutely shaken to the core at the creepy site of the man, but you didn’t let it show. “WHAT IS ALL THIS?!” A barked. You then remembered what the plant guy said about Sasuke.

💄”He’s the one with the Sharingan?” Mei asked. “Who took down Haku and Zabuza?” Ao added. You gasped at that. ‘Zabuza…’ you thought.

💄Before you could ask questions, the plant creature spoke again. “It’s like a game of hide and seek! Let’s all try to find Sasuke!”

💄A grabbed a hold of the plant creature by the neck and strangled him. “Tell me where Sasuke Uchiha is! Give me an answer right now! Refuse to answer and I’ll show you no mercy!”

💄After awhile, A’s patience grew thin as he proceeded to break the plant guys neck. Mifune’s guard then sent the order to find Sasuke. A and his bodyguards then proceeded to rush off and find Sasuke on their own.

💄After interrogating Danzo some more Gaara and his siblings left to find Sasuke along with Kurotsuchi.

💄Ao closed his eyes. “He’s here.” As if on cue, the curtains slashed as the result of blades cutting. You were each on your guard.

💄You glanced up at the ceiling seeing Sasuke Uchiha hanging from above. You pointed at him. “There he is!” Everyone followed your gaze.

💄You took a good look at Sasuke. ‘For someone totally psycho, he’s really hot,’ you thought. Mifune jumped up to attack first, Sasuke countered with his blade.

💄Danzo and his guards suddenly ran out the room. “Sasuke! Danzo bolted!” You heard. You turned seeing a redhead in glasses. ‘Who’s that?’ You thought.

💄Ao jumped over the table and ran towards the hole. He stopped and turned back to you all. “Lady Mizukage, Chojuro, Y/N! Stay here! I’m gonna go after Danzo. The Kage Summit hasn’t come to an end yet.”

💄”Very well. But don’t go overboard,” Mei said. Ao nodded. “M’am, I’ll leave the Akatsuki criminals to you,” he said before running out the room.

💄Your heart fills with worry. “Ao! Wait!” You step forward but Mei puts a hand in front of you. “Ao can take care of himself, Sweetheart. You just stay close to me.” You look at her worriedly. “But…”

💄Sasuke then jumped down. “Karin! COME!” He and the redhead named Karin then rush towards the hole. You turned back to them as you started making hand signs. “No you don’t!”

💄You and Mei together unleashed Lava Released from your mouths to seal the hole shut. Sasuke turned to glare at you both. You playfully licked the lava drool off your lips. “Gotcha~” you sang.

💄Mei smirked as she wiped the lava drool off her own lips with her fingers. “You Akatsuki have traveled all over the Hidden Mist and manipulated the Fourth Mizukage…”

💄”…And yet when I look at you closely, you Uchiha really are quite handsome indeed…” she continued. “…Why if you haven’t gone rogue, I probably would have made arrangements to marry you off to my beautiful daughter…”

💄’Aww, that’s really sweet mom. But there’s only one man I love…’ you thought. Sasuke’s eyes became menacing. “Do not interfere!”

💄Mei smiled as she sighed before getting up from her seat. “Too bad, such a fine man, what a waste…”

💄She gave Sasuke a seductive look. “But at least…I get to give you a kiss that’ll melt you away…”

💄You blushed at that as you sweatdropped. You always got a little uncomfortable when Mei acted all seductive towards men in your presence.

💄Karin growled. “What?! A kiss?! Who and what are you, you witch?! And quit making eyes at him you old bag!” You sent her a death glare. “How dare you?!”

💄”You wanna piece of me, bimbo? Well c’mon!” Karin barked. “You’re about to start wearing your hair color all over your body, bitch!” You hissed.

💄Mei sighed again. “Language, dear.” You held your tongue. You both then started making hand signs. “Lord Tsuchikage, if you’re not going to participate, then please just keep your head down.”

💄With that, you and Mei shot lava from your mouths as the Tsuchikage and his bodyguard jumped to the sealing. The lava attack just barely got your enemies. You smirked seeing how some of your lava burned off the split ends in Karin’s hair, causing her to cry out. ‘Don’t mess with my mama,’ you thought.

💄You and Mei then jumped out the way: “Chojuro!” Mei said. Chojuro jumped in the air with his sword. “Yes m’am!” He then used his sword to blast Sasuke through the hole and into the hallway.

💄Mei immediately ran into the hallway to face off against Sasuke. “Mommy!” You heard her use her lava and you guessed that she was sealing the wall again to keep Sasuke from escaping. ‘She can take care of herself.’

💄You glanced down at the knocked out Karin. ‘She’s not even worth it…’ You turned towards the door. ‘I don’t trust that Danzo. I gotta find Ao and make sure he’s okay…’

💄You immediately ran out the room. “Y/N! Wait!” Chojuro called.

A/N: TO BE CONTINUED…

PART 3

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The Trouble With Boruto Uzumaki by JayCheng

Anime » Naruto Rated: M, English, Romance & Adventure, [Naruto U., Hinata H.] [Boruto U., Sumire S.], Words: 20k+, Favs: 204, Follows: 284, Published: Aug 27, 2018 Updated: Feb 17, 2019

74Chapter 1: Oops!

Well.

This is just something to take my mind off other stories on different sites. I'm gonna wing it and make it up as I go along. Oh, and, since the war hasn't ended yet, Neji is still alive in this fan fiction, for now.

Summary: What if Boruto was conceived during the Fourth Great Ninja War and not after? How would things be different for Naruto and Hinata, if they were still only young teens and just barely starting their relationship? And how would this effect the future, if Boruto came before his time? NaruHina

Hinata gripped the ends of the exam table tightly, anxious for her test results. Her heart was pounding in her chest as her eyes darted around the sterile white hospital room in Suna.

It was her first solo mission since the Pein attack and she felt great about it. It was good to be back on the active duty roster, she just wished she didn't feel so sick.

She couldn't eat properly, always throwing up her breakfast, and her fatigue and dizziness were concerning. Even after activating her Byakugan for a short amount of time, she'd feel so drained and tired she'd have to stop and rest for fear of fainting. Thankfully, she hadn't met any bandits or enemy Shinobi, so combat wasn't an issue.

She made an emergency stop in Suna since it was on the way to Konoha and has since felt much better with a few IV fluids in her blood stream.

After a series of tests, Hinata was patiently waiting for her results. It seemed like an eternity before the med nin walked back into the room, results in hand.

Hinata eagerly looked at the nin and greeted her warmly. The ninja smiled brightly and handed the results to the young girl. "Congratulations, Miss Hyuga. You are 8 weeks pregnant."

Hinata's eyes went wide, resembling dinner plates. "P-Pregnant? A-are you sure?"

The ninja nodded. "Yes, our blood tests are 100% accurate. Your blood has high levels of hCG, just over the 25mIU/mL mark. These are the normal levels found in expectant mothers. You are indeed pregnant Miss Hyuga. However, the pregnancy is still very early. You will have a risk of miscarrying until about after the third month. In the first trimester it is important to not overexert yourself, take plenty of prenatal vitamins, and abstain from any drugs or alcohol. I suggest that you remove yourself from the active duty roster as well."

Hinata quietly thanked the ninja and after signing the discharge papers, robotically made her way back to her hotel.

Oh Kami what was she going to tell Naruto? They were in the middle of a WAR! This was no time to raise a child. She suddenly felt sick, but not because of the baby's doing. No, this sickness came from deep within her gut.

How could she be so irresponsible? The repercussions were...numerous! And oh Kami, what about her clan? They would surely disown her now.

Hinata ran over to a nearby bush and hunched over, throwing up what little bile was left in her stomach. She didn't know what to do, so she did the only thing she could do.

She cried.

-Flashback-

Hinata stood shyly on the sidelines as Naruto, Sakura, and Kakashi returned through the Village Gates to a hero's welcome. Dozens and dozens of villagers swarmed around Naruto, hailing him a hero.

Hinata stared longingly at him, admiring his sun swept blonde hair and brilliant blue eyes. His smile was infectious, stretching from ear to ear, and his whisker marks on his cheeks served as a reminder of just how heroic he was.

When Hinata had confessed to Naruto, she was prepared to die during the attack. She never expected to survive, and certainly hadn't thought about where to go from here, now that Naruto was aware of her feelings. Would he accept them? Would he reject them? Or maybe even ignore them completely?

Hinata couldn't bare the thought of loosing Naruto as a friend (at the very least) and she hoped and prayed that this didn't ruin their already minimal interactions. Would he be awkward around her? I mean, what was he going to say? "Hey Hinata, I'm glad you were willing to die for me and all, but I just don't feel for you that way." Could she even handle humiliation of that level?

But, she supposed right now that it didn't matter.

The Pein invasion was over and surely the celebrations would be underway in a matter of hours. Naruto was again swept away within the masses, basking in the praise, respect, and attention he had desired and craved for so long. Despite all her insecurities, Hinata smiled and watched the love of her life be carried down the streets of Konoha.

Yes, it was a hero's welcome indeed.

-Flashback End-

Hinata stared at her hotel rooms ceiling fan, listening as the blades spun round and round creating a small buzz. She was lying on her bed, a hand draped over her bare stomach and an arm draped over her eyes.

Pregnant.

She couldn't believe it. The idea was so foreign, so far away from her mind, she couldn't even begin to process and fathom it. A life was growing inside of her. A little ball of chakra was quietly blazing inside a tiny human being in her womb. This baby was equal parts her and Naruto. It was amazing and terrifying at the same time.

Hinata wondered what Naruto would think. They'd lost their virginity together on the third date and that was only because alcohol was involved (even though Hinata would have done so without the liquid courage). They had only just barely gotten to know each other and even though the war was still going on, Naruto's confession had set things in motion. He had said that, while he didn't love her, he did like her quite a bit and wanted the chance to get to know her more so that eventually he could fall in love with her. He didn't know what it meant to love someone, but was more than willing to find out.

Now she was pregnant? They couldn't handle it. Surely, this would drive Naruto away for good. He wasn't even sure of his own love yet, considering he didn't really know what love was. He was fighting a war, he was essential to winning the war, and he was a hero. He couldn't, wouldn't have time to protect and take care of a baby.

They were only seventeen for kami's sake!

And Hinata, what about her? She was also a part of this war, she was a Kunoichi of Konoha, how was she going to protect a baby if she had to fight? The short answer was she wouldn't. She'd be forced into a safe zone with the civilians, a protocol for all expecting Kunoichi off the active duty roster.

Speaking of protection, it wasn't like they didn't use protection either.

Hinata had been on the pill since she was thirteen (a requirement for all active duty female ninja) and she never missed a dose. She couldn't even think of a time where she hadn't taken it. Her biggest fear was that she would be compromised on a mission before Naruto could compromise her first, so she was always prepared.

How in the world did this happen? I mean, sure Hinata knew that birth control was only so effective, but she always used it properly. She racked her mind for a time where this could have happened.

She felt like her head was going to burst until it hit her.

The party!

That had to be the answer. A few days after their second date, the night of their third date, Ino had gotten all of them piss drunk during the rebuild celebrations and drunken Naruto had practically dragged Hinata back to his apartment and had his way with her, which she reciprocated all night long.

She probably forgot to pop the pill then. They'd never thought to use condoms because she was on birth control; but if you miss even one pill it can leave you vulnerable.

She let out an audible groan. 'Stupid stupid stupid...how could you end up in this situation? You're weak. How can you be a mother if you were so irresponsible in the first place?' those toxic thoughts began to invade her mind and she quickly shoved them away.

She needed to get back to Konoha and inform Tsunade as soon as possible. Hinata knew she should tell Naruto first, but he had a war to fight. It could...wait...at least until Naruto returned from his own mission with his team in a few months. She wouldn't dare to share the news via messenger hawk.

Naruto's enemies were powerful.

-Flashback-

Their first date at Ichiraku had been inexperienced and awkward.

Naruto fumbled his conversational topics, turning red every five seconds when he'd make another blunder. Hinata was no better, her face red as a cherry tomato. She had always been content to just listen to Naruto talk, she never expected to really hold up much of the conversation.

"Well Naruto-kun, I...I like cinnamon rolls, flower pressing, and gardening. I also like to cook and will make you whatever dishes you want from now on! And despite what everyone thinks, I actually have a fire/lightning affinity, much like Sasuke-san."

Naruto grew excited at the prospect. "You do? I like to garden too! Hinata-chan, I don't doubt that whatever food you cook will be good. Also, that really is surprising. You're so calm and fluid, like water, but who'd have thought you could wield something as cool as lightning! I'm a wind affinity, but, you already knew that I guess huh 'ttaebayo!"

Hinata giggled, enjoying the attention of her love.

Even though things were still a little awkward and they'd blush when their shoulders or arms brushed together by accident as they ate, it was still the perfect date in Hinata's book. It was exactly how she'd always imagined it would be.

Hopefully, her goodnight kiss would be just like she'd fantasized about, too. Blushing at the thought of just how heated her fantasies had gotten, she quickly banished those perverted thoughts.

This was their first date for crying out loud! She was not such a lowly woman to go in for the kill right away...

No...she wouldn't jump his bones until the third date.

- Flashback End -

Tsunade rubbed her temples, a cup of sake sat untouched upon her desk. She couldn't believe that Hinata out of all her ninja...it was just too much.

This wasn't just a normal teenage pregnancy, no, this was a teenage pregnancy between the Hyuga princess and Uzumaki Naruto, son of the fourth Hokage and war hero. If enemies had ever managed to get their hands on this valuable information, it could be deadly.

"As your Hokage speaking, Hinata, this is going to be...difficult. This is only the beginning of the many dangers and hurdles that lie ahead of you. Naruto, while he is a hero, has also made a lot of enemies. You are carrying his child, which puts you and the baby in great danger already, should news of it leak out. We are still fighting a war and things are only going to get more dire from here on out. As per protocol, I have to pull you from active duty and inform your father of your condition as you are not eighteen yet. However, I care for you as one of my own, so I'm going to allow you to tell him instead. If, after one month, you have not told him why I've pulled you from active duty then my hand will be forced. Are we clear?"

"Hai, Hokage-sama. I-I know that I've put everyone in a difficult position." Tsunade waved her hand.

"Now, now none of that. Naruto is just as much to blame as you are. It take two people to make a baby. Hinata, speaking as a motherly figure, I can imagine how scared, confused, and alone you feel right now. Naruto won't be back for at least two more months and the thought of not having the help is scary, right? I'm going to allow you to stay in Naruto's apartment. I will cover for you with your father, so he won't suspect anything. However, I can only do so for one month, as stated before. You're like one of my own, I'll be here to support you any way I can."

Hinata could feel the tears well up in her eyes. She practically tackled the Hokage, audibly sobbing. She didn't have a mother for most of her childhood, so her heart felt full and happy. Yet scarred and pained at the same time.

"I'm..so scared, Hokage-Sama. What if...what if Naruto doesn't w-want the baby? Or what if I miscarry? The doctor in Suna said that I have higher chances of miscarrying until after the first trimester. How can I live with myself if...if I lost Naruto's child and he didn't even know about it? He's always wanted a family after all. I know this was supposed to come much, much later...and we were supposed to do the whole marriage thing first, but it's here and happening now and I don't know what to do."

Tsunade rubbed soothing circles along her young ninja's back. "You have a great support system here, Hinata. We won't let you or Naruto go through this alone. Please, take the rest of your day to calm down, breathe for the baby, and curl up under Naruto's bed sheets, okay? You can worry more tomorrow. You're exhausted."

"Hai, Hokage-Sama! And thank you, for everything. I don't know how we're going to survive this, but I know we will. We never give up, it's our nindo, our ninja way."

And with that Hinata left the office, calmer than she'd felt in the last two days. She absentmindedly brought a hand to her stomach, resting it there.

A baby, huh?

'This baby is Naruto's baby. I can't believe it. I'm carrying Naruto-kun's child! Me. It's scary and yet, I'm so happy. I can feel it in my very soul. My heart is so full...'

Boom! Chapter 1. Whew what a start. Dramama ramama ramama hey! lol

2: Remodeling

Hinata carefully climbed through Naruto's bedroom window, suppressing her chakra so she wouldn't be found out, though, she doubt anyone would notice her anyway. Naruto didn't exactly live in the most populated district of Konoha, being on the outskirts of town and all.

She'd learned early on that he never kept his windows locked. She thought it was some type of psychological comfort, he never wanted to feel trapped and when he was home, his windows were always opened. She felt instantly better as Naruto's familiar scent wafted through the air.

Hinata knew she couldn't go back to the Hyuga compound. The Byakugan would surely be able to detect the disruption in her chakra system from the baby. Eventually she would have to go home, but for now, she knew she could hide out here.

Hinata surveyed the small apartment, sighing as she did so. The poor apartment seemed to be worse for ware. The yellow paint on the walls was chipping and cracking, the kitchen appliances were outdated, and quite frankly, the bathroom wasn't in any better shape. Used Ramen cups littered the place everywhere and when Hinata opened the door to Naruto's bedroom she couldn't believe the disaster zone she'd walked into.

Scrolls and kunai were everywhere, clothing hung on every piece of furniture, and his small double bed's sheets were in a disarray. Blowing out hot hair, she sprawled out on the messy bed.

She could see the cracks in the ceiling and felt saddened at the state of Naruto's living quarters. With a new resolve, she firmly set out to make this place a real home so she could surprise him when he returns from his mission. Tomorrow she would get to work, but for now, she needed to get some sleep.

Rummaging around on the floor, she picked up a white t-shirt, sniffed it, and then proceeded to put said shirt on. Slipping off her pants, she found a pair of green boxers and slipped them on, immediately feeling herself relax into comfort.

Naruto's clothes smelled just like him and since they were big on her, they were baggy and comfortable.

Slipping back into bed, she burrowed under the messy covers, straightening them out as she did so. Hinata had quite the to-do list on her agenda tomorrow so she needed all the rest she could get.

Sleep claimed her relatively quickly. She never realized how exhausted she truly was, her chakra going to two people and all. When the morning sun's rays hit her closed eyes, she scrunched her face up in retaliation.

Letting out a low groan, she rolled over onto her stomach and put Naruto's pillow over her face. Hinata was never a morning person by choice, so anything before the hours of 12 noon on her days off were off limits.

However, chancing a look at Naruto's bedside clock she could see the time read nine. In what world would she get up this early willingly.

As if suddenly remembering her tasks for the day, she stood on her hands and knees, stretching like a cat. Kicking the covers off her, she stood up and then turned to make the bed.

If you make your bed every morning, then you've already accomplished the first task of the day. At least, that's what her father used to say. It was a habit that had been drilled and disciplined into her since she was little. A Hyuga never left their living quarters in a pig-sty.

She knew she couldn't possibly do all of these things she had planned in a day, but Naruto wasn't due back home for at least two more months so it wasn't like she had to rush either.

First and foremost she needed to enlist the help of one of her two most trusted people. Ino Yamanaka.

You might be wondering how someone like Ino would choose to be best friends with Hinata, but after Sakura and Ino's fallout over Sasuke during their Genin years, they slowly drifted apart. As a result though, Ino had found herself running into the blue haired ninja more and more. Ino had also confided in her about her newfound love for her brown haired, lazy teammate.

Hinata being the expert on all things unrequited, was able to offer understanding and support. It was one of the main reasons they grew so close together. She wasn't going to tell anyone she was pregnant, though. She wanted Naruto to be the first one to know. It was their secret to divulge, not her own.

Picking up Naruto's landline, she dialed the number to the Yamanaka household. Thankfully, Ino had picked up the phone right away.

"Yamanaka residence Ino speaking."

"Ino-chan, it's Hinata. Can you meet me at Naruto's apartment in about an hour?"

"Naruto's apartment? Um...sure. But you better explain the details later, got it?"

Hinata laughed. "Of course Ino-chan. I'll see you then."

Hanging up the phone, Hinata smiled. She looked around the apartmentapartment, blushing as she recalled the last time she'd been in it.

-Flashback-

Hinata let out a soft, breathy moan as Naruto pulled her body close to his in a heated kiss, his noticeable bulge prodding Hinata's own desire. They'd left the party awhile ago and seemed to continue it here, in Naruto's small one bedroom apartment.

This was the moment Hinata had wanted and waited for since she was a young pre-teen girl. All her research, reading, and tips for how to please a man would finally come to fruition. She could barely contain herself.

Hinata eagerly pulled off Naruto's orange shirt, basking in the feel of his well defined pecs and chiseled abs as she slid her hands up and down his chest. This man was a bronze god and she was lucky enough to witness this uncharted territory.

Hinata immediately attacked his neck, sucking softly on his pulse point. Her hand made it's way to Naruto's black ninja pants and slipped between the waist band of his boxers to grip him, earning the desired sound from Naruto.

"H-Hinataaa..." She loved the way he drew out her name, head thrown back in obvious pleasure. Growing tired of her own state of dress, she shrugged off her top and then pulled off Naruto's pants so he was only in his boxers.

Without warning, Hinata could have sworn Naruto's eyes flashed red as he let out a low growl, picking her up in his arms and all but throwing her onto his bed. He hungrily attacked her neck and chest, kissing everywhere, leaving no plain or valley untouched. Her pert nipples called to him and he eagerly thumbed her right one while sensually licking her left.

Hinata was in heaven, mind clouded with lust and alcohol. All coherent thought processes had left her long ago. She had one goal in mind and one goal only.

Become one with Uzumaki Naruto.

-Flashback End-

A knock on the door brought Hinata out of her musings.

Ino walked in carrying a bunch of grocery bags. "I figured we could have lunch later." Hinata was grateful for the food. Surely, after all the work they would be putting into the apartment today, they'd work up quite the appetite later.

"Thank you Ino-chan. Now I'll need your help..."

"Naruto you idiot slow down! We're not going to finish this mission any sooner just because you run at the speed of light. Hokage-Sama assigned us a three month long mission. It hasn't even been two weeks." Kiba all but shouted at said Shinobi.

Naruto growled but slowed down none the less. Shikamaru, Neji, Sai, and Kiba sighed in relief. Naruto's stamina was insane.

"I miss Hinata! I want to get back as soon as possible." Neji glared.

"Hinata-sama? Are you...are you dating Hinata-sama?" Naruto smirked. They hadn't exactly gone public with their relationship, but everyone knew that they were together or at least suspected they were, they could usually be seen at Ichiraku together.

"We do more than just date, Neji." Shikamaru had to restrain the young Hyuga prodigy who'd already activated his Byakugan, ready to strike.

"Enough! We have a mission to complete. Naruto, Hinata will be fine. She will be there when you get back. Neji, Hinata is old enough to make her own decisions, please get a hold of yourself." Shikamaru admonished already feeling a headache coming on. Begrudgingly, the Hyuga male calmed down, still sending the blonde Shinobi death glares.

Naruto just kept smirking, fantasizing about Hinata's luscious backside and generous rack. He relished the fact that Hinata was his and his alone and Neji could do nothing about that fact that his sweet little cousin was practically screaming his name under him a few weeks ago.

He was starting to get a boner just thinking about it.

Quickly directing his thoughts back to the mission, his expression turned serious. It was an A-rank mission with the possibility of turning S-Rank. They were tasked with scouting and infiltration of a possible Akatsuki hideout and were only to engage if necessary.

With Sasuke joining their ranks and going after his good friend B, it was up to Naruto to stop him. He'd already tried to assassinate the Raikage and who knows what other diplomatic problems Sasuke will cause Konoha.

It left Naruto angry and defeated. Sasuke was still somewhere in there deep down, he knew his best friend and brother and this...rouge was not him.

"I see four ninja up ahead, Chunin level by the looks of it. Do we engage or go around?" Shikamaru shook his head.

"We go around them. Hokage-Sama said this was a scouting mission first and foremost. We shouldn't needlessly waste our chakra and resources."

Naruto created three shadow clones and instructed them to search the area and keep an eye on those ninja. They altered their route slightly and continued on towards Ame and Kumo.

Naruto stared up at the sky, thinking of the beauty waiting for him at home. He'd finally found what he'd always wanted, love, and he was cruelly sent away on a three month mission.

He'd also recently discovered the wonders of sex, and was exponentially frustrated now that his only source was far out of his reach. Your right hand just doesn't give you the same satisfaction and can only do so much.

With a defeated breath he continued forward, trying to bring his mind back onto the mission at hand. It was going to be a long two months.

"Hinata how does this look?" Ino held up a new canvas in the living room, tilting it to the right or left to try and balance the piece of art. The yellow and green pineapple on canvas complemented the dark grey/blue color of the newly painted walls. The white paneling that lined the doorways and wall bases gave the whole apartment a modern and updated look.

"Mmm, a little to the left. No my left. Okay yes, right there. Perfect." Ino grabbed her pencil and marked the spots, double checking her leveler to make sure the picture was straight. Smiling in satisfaction, she removed the picture and grabbed her drill and nails. She began to drill holes into the spots she marked with her pencil. After she hammered in the nails, she hung the picture back up on the wall.

Ino took several steps back and admired her work. They'd been remodeling the apartment for nearly three weeks now, slowly but surely everything was coming together. The only room that still needed to be renovated was the bedroom, but Hinata wanted to save that for last. She needed time to come up with the perfect idea, something that would fit both her and Naruto's tastes.

Turning around, Hinata surveyed the kitchen, absolutely pleased with her handiwork. Of course, they had the help of Rock Lee and Gai-Sensei for some of the heavy lifting, but, for the most part Ino and Hinata had done pretty much everything.

The walls in the kitchen were a soft green color, the brand new cabinets were a dark mocha and the grayish granite counter tops completed the sleek and modern look. Brand new stainless steel appliances replaced the old ones. A high tech refrigerator, a brand new gas stove and oven, as well as a new microwave, coffee maker, and new pots, pans, and the like.

Various plants sat in the kitchen window, where underneath, a brand new sink shined in the sunlight's reflection. The detachable knob on the faucet allowed for easy cleaning of dishes (to avoid the pile-up's Naruto was prone too).

"Naruto is going to freak out when he sees this. Please promise you'll record his reaction?"

Hinata smiled. "Of course I will, Ino-chan. I want to remember the moment forever. Naruto deserves a nice place to live at the very least. After all he has been through, it is really so minimal. I'm just happy I could be the one to give this gift to him."

Hinata had to bite back a chuckle at the double meaning of her words.

She could feel the effects of her pregnancy more and more as time goes on. 11 weeks into the pregnancy and her symptoms were practically in full swing, if the morning sickness was any indication. She was approaching her third month, and you could just barely make out her baby bump underneath her black tank top when she took off her jacket.

She also had only one more week to confront her father about her pregnancy. She was glad to be kept busy, the nesting symptoms distracted her. She wasn't sure where the fate of her baby and herself would end up, but one thing was for certain, Hinata was ready to denounce her name, her status as clan heir, and everything under the sun in order to protect her baby.

She would give Naruto the family he always wanted, even if they had jumped the gun on everything.

"Well, I think that's enough remodeling for one day. I'll see you next week, okay Hina?" Hinata grabbed a bento from the fridge and handed it to Ino.

"Thank you for helping me Ino-chan. Eat this today, okay?" Ino hugged her friend.

"You're too sweet Hina! I will, thanks. Bye!"

And then there were two.

Hinata surveyed the newly renovated apartment again with a critical eye. She wanted everything to be absolutely perfect for when Naruto returned from his mission. She walked back into Naruto's bedroom and sat on his bed. It took a few days, but she'd finally cleaned the room up so that it looked like an actual bedroom.

Clothes were neatly hung up in the closet, a previously unused bookshelf now housed all of his scrolls, kunai, and various items that had littered the floors, and everything had been dusted.

Hinata was going to repaint the walls a soft orange color with one wall being a light, baby yellow. Near that baby yellow wall, would be the babies bassinet and small nursery area. There was just barely enough room for everything. Since Naruto only had a one bed-room apartment, they would be cramped for awhile and there was no way they would be moving anytime soon (money was also another issue, especially if Hinata is stripped of her Hyuga name).

There was still work to be done in the bedroom, but it would be fine as is for now.

Hinata had ordered them a brand new bed that was going to be arriving tomorrow. Naruto was now the proud owner of a double bed, instead of his single twin bed. Hinata was also thankful that she would be able to spread out more. Despite her shy and quiet personality, she was in fact a very active sleeper.

She felt her stomach start to rumble and bit back a groan. She didn't understand why they called it morning sickness when she literally felt nauseous any time of the day and sometimes even all day.

Running to the toilet, she emptied what little contents were in her stomach from breakfast. She groaned and wiped the back of her mouth with her hand, rinsing out her mouth with water in the sink.

"You're going to be a troublemaker like your father, aren't you?" Hinata couldn't help but talk to her stomach, silently willing the nausea to subside. She had heard wonderful things about pregnancy, that it was a blessing and a gift and the nine months were a wonderful and cherished time.

Yeah, right. Tell that to the puking teenager.

"Naruto will you SHUT THE HELL UP! For the love of Kami, if you complain one more time about not being able to see Hinata I will personally shove my kunai into your head." Neji had had just about enough of the annoying blonde. Having to put up with him for another month was surely going to drive him mad. He didn't know if he was going to be able to survive or not.

"You wish you could have sex with TenTen just as much, Ne-jiiiiii"

Neji opened his mouth, but bit back his retort, begrudgingly admitting a small defeat. If he was any less of a man, he too would be complaining about the lack of intimacy from his girlfriend. But he was a Hyuga and he was dignified.

"That's why I'm single. I've hit up what, five brothels since we started this mission? Sucks to suck." Kiba bragged, sporting a grin that showed his sharp K-9's. Naruto, Shikamaru, Naruto, and Neji all grumbled with an unspoken jealousy. Why couldn't they just teleport to their girlfriends?

"May I suggest to create a shadow clone and henge into your girlfriend? I read in a book once that-" Naruto blanched.

"Alright Sai, that's enough."

"Look, we're all sexually frustrated. We will be for another two months. Let's accept this fact now and finish the mission in peace, okay?" Shikamaru all but pleaded, begging for some peace and quiet.

He missed Ino too, but he had a mission to complete first and foremost.

"Wait, guys...do you hear that?" Kiba stopped the group, pointing over to a thick brush of bush to their left.

Neji immediately turned his eyes towards the sounds, sliding into his gentle fist stance. "Two rouge ninja's, at least Jounin level, heading right for us."

"ALRIGHT! FINALLY SOME ACTION DATTEBAYO!" Unfortunately for Naruto, it wasn't the right kind of action.

Chapter 2 finito! Yay! Onward to chapter 3 :D Forward...march!

3: Show Time

Disclaimer: I'm terrible at fight scenes. I also don't own Naruto.

Today was the day.

Approximately one month had past and Hinata's time was up. She had put it off until the last possible second, but, she knew that her days of procrastination were finally over.

Hinata smoothed down her usual ninja attire, double checking her appearance in the new floor length mirror she bought for the bedroom. She was thankful that she had chosen such a baggy jacket to hide her body, her baby bump wasn't entirely noticeable, but you could tell her jacket was more snug then normal around the stomach area as if she had undergone weight gain.

It was time to face the music and Hinata was shaking in her ninja boots. A look at the clock indicated it was twelve noon, that meant Hiashi would be in-between training sessions with Hanabi and would drink his tea quietly in his office/study.

She had no more time it waste.

Glancing at a picture of Naruto and herself taken recently at Ichiraku hanging on the wall, she felt her resolve strengthen when she glanced upon his smile. His smile had saved her. She wouldn't run away. Hinata never ran away, not anymore.

It was their nindo, their ninja way. To never give up.

Locking the apartment (she'd been able to locate Naruto's spare key) she held her head high and made her way towards the opposite side of Konoha, where the Hyuga compound stood.

She needed to act like everything was fine. No one knew she was pregnant and she wasn't about to give herself away. Yet, she couldn't help but to be on alert, paranoid, darting her eyes from person to person seeing if they suspected anything.

She did her best to blend in with the crowd, walking on the outskirts of the village streets, being neither seen nor heard. She tried her best to keep her hand from resting on her stomach as she walked, a habit she'd formed as of late.

She already felt such a deep love for her unborn child, their unborn child, and couldn't help but want to touch it as often as she could. Lost in her thoughts, before she knew it, she was staring down the now daunting gates to the Hyuga compound.

With a deep breath, Hinata easily walked passed the guards and into her home. Making sure to cloak her stomach in chakra (to hide the foreign signature from the Byakugan) she slid the shoji door open.

"Tadaima" She called softly, knowing that no one would answer. Slipping off her ninja sandals, her bare feet padded against the tatami mats of her traditional childhood home. The grand woodwork and ornate carvings gave the place a historical and regal look. It was the perfect reflection of the Hyuga clan, one of the oldest clans in Konoha.

Hinata shakily made her way to her fathers study, bracing herself for the worst possible scenario. She expected to walk out of here no longer a Hyuga. Yes, their relationship was slowly on the mend.

After standing up against Pein, Hiashi had come around to Hinata a bit more, but whatever small seed had started to grow would surely be squashed with this news. A tenative knock on the wooden door, a gruff "Come in" was heard.

Hinata hesitantly peaked her head in, noticing her fathers surprised stare. She was, after all, a day early from her "mission" return.

"Hinata what a surprise." Hinata bowed deeply, settling on a grey pillow across from her father.

"Hello father. I have, um, I have something that I need to tell you. That is why I'm h-here today." Hiashi set down his cup of tea, cracking one eye open.

"What is it silly girl? I don't have all day. Hanabi must get back to her training soon." Hinata took a deep breath, then let it out slowly. Steeling her gaze, she stared directly into her fathers eyes.

"I-I'm...well...ano...I'm pregnant."

Hiashi blinked twice. "I'm sorry, what?"

"I'm pregnant with a baby, Otou-san." Hiashi remained quiet, unsure if this was a joke or not. His shy daughter, Hinata, managed to get knocked up? It was preposterous in his mind.

"That is a very funny joke, Hinata." Hinata was surprised that her father did not believe her. She knew this might happen and had a backup plan just in case. Reaching into her ninja pouch, she pulled out a grainy black and white photo. A sonogram of her baby she'd just gotten the day before.

In the top right corner of the sonogram was the patient name and date. Hiashi nearly keeled over and had a heart attack. His teenage daughter, his first born, his little Hinata was pregnant? That means that she had...he shuddered to think about it.

"Who is the father?" This was the moment Hinata had been dreading all day.

"It's..ahh.. it's Uzumaki Naruto."

Hiashi set down his tea cup sharply. Closing his eyes, he couldn't even bare to look at his teenage daughter. Of course the father would be Minato's son. Hiashi remembered when Kushina had shared the news of her pregnancy with him and his wife, Hitomi. She'd once joked that they could end up in-laws. Hiashi didn't find it so funny at the time, not wanting his precious first born to date until she was thirty.

However, he made a promise to his late friends Kushina and Minato and he was going to keep that promise, no matter the cost.

He couldn't even begin to grasp the concept, really. A child? A baby? His daughter was still a child herself! Not to mention, this was a time of war. How would his daughter bare a child during such a turbulent time? And the council, they won't let his daughter alone if they found out and they will eventually find out. He had to do what was best for her. She would hate him now, but, maybe she could forgive him later.

"Get out. I don't want to see you right now. I'm very disappointed in you. Pack your things by tomorrow night and never step foot in the compound again. I assume you have living arrangements, if the child is Uzumaki's after all."

Hinata could feel the tears prick her eyes. Hiashi's heart nearly snapped in two. He schooled his emotions with years of practice, but the look in his daughters eyes was something even he could not bare to look at.

Without even a semblance of a reply, she quickly shut the shouji door. Paying no mind to any of the other Hyuga around her, she hastily ran from the compound and into the nearest brush of woods.

She sobbed and sobbed letting out her loss. What would she do now? It was only a matter of time before her father called her back to the compound to officially kick her out and strip her of her clan name.

She slowly stood up off the ground, her tears gradually drying up and her sobs turned into quiet hiccups. She had another being to be strong for. She had to be strong for her child and so she couldn't let herself show weakness.

Meanwhile, Hiashi pulled out the clan registrar from his office vault. He thanked Kami that he was smart enough to get all the elders of the council to sign the scroll ahead of time when it was first made up.

Scrolling down through the main branch members, she spotted his eldest daughter, Hyuga Hinata. With a heavy heart, he grabbed the ink brush and blotted our her name, using chakra to erase the old ink.

At the very bottom of the scroll, under a foreign branch, he wrote a new name. Satisfied, he sealed the scroll back up and locked it away in his vault. His daughter may hate him now, but, his grandchild would be safe and the promise he made to Minato and Kushina would be fulfilled and that was all that mattered.

Meanwhile, Hinata found herself seated on one of the stools of Ichiraku, indulging in her third bowl of pork ramen she'd been absolutely craving. This baby was definitely Naruto's.

"I haven't seen Naruto around, Hinata. Is he on a mission?" Ayame, Teuchi's daughter, had become good friends with the pale eyed teen ever since she had started her relationship with Naruto.

"Hai. Naruto-kun will not be back for another month." Ayame sighed, then chuckled to herself.

"At least with him gone, we won't go out of business." With a wink, Hinata blushed, glancing down at her nearly empty third bowl. Her stomach hadn't even began to feel full.

"You must miss him, to be eating that much ramen. It's almost as if he's possessed you or something." Ayame meant it as a joke, but Hinata nearly choked realizing how much truth there was to the statement.

Carrying his child inside her, one could call it that, in some weird, twisted sort of way. Hinata decided against her fourth bowl of ramen and would instead pick up some cinnamon rolls from her favorite bakery on her way home to Naruto's apartment.

"I do miss him quite a bit. But, he's a hero now, I can't hog him all to myself. The ninja world needs him, this mission is classified so I don't even know where he is." Ayame nodded sagely.

"That's true, but, you are also his girlfriend. You're practically his family and so he also has a duty to you as well." Hinata thanked Ayame and paid for her meal, taking in the older girls words.

He had a duty to them both, huh? Somehow, Hinata felt it wouldn't be in her nature to be selfish, no matter how much she wished she could be. Hinata didn't want Naruto to fight in the war, because he could die, and then where would that leave her unborn child and herself? But, Hinata knew where a ninja's duties lied, and the village always has and always will come first.

If Naruto doesn't save the world, there wouldn't be a world for Hinata and their child to live in.

'Looks like it's just me and you for now, baby. I can't wait to meet you.' As Hinata unlocked the door to her new home she wondered what their child would look like. Would it be a boy or a girl? Would they have lavender or blue yes? Blonde or Blue hair? Whiskers or no whiskers?

Hinata had a feeling though, as she ate her cinnamon rolls at the kitchen table, that their baby would be a boy. A little blonde boy as bright and beautiful as his father. Stripping off her clothes and throwing them in the newly bought hamper/laundry basket, she stared at her body in the full length mirror in their bedroom, marveling at her now noticeable small baby bump.

She was three months along now and would soon be entering her second trimester. She marveled at her raised belly, stroking it up and down. Their child was inside of her, growing, and each day Hinata could feel herself falling more and more in love with motherhood.

By the fourth month, Hinata had read that her baby bump would grow exponentially and she would no longer be able to hide it behind baggy jackets and loose shirts. She had no idea how she was going to tell Naruto, he'd certainly take one look at her and get a good guess of what was going on before she could even break the news to him.

Slipping on her chosen relaxation clothes ( a pair of boxers and a baggy shirt from Naruto) she settled down on the couch and cracked open the newest baby book Tsunade had lent her. She'd found these books extremely helpful, it made her feel less alone, knowing that millions of women had gone through the same ordeals throughout history.

She had a lot of things to prepare before Naruto's return still and these books covered everything from pregnancy to raising a child itself. Hinata would have to spend the next month not only finishing the bedroom and nursery, but also baby proofing the apartment.

The books had stated that babies and toddlers got into all sorts of trouble once they'd learned to walk and crawl and the last thing Hinata needed was her son getting into their Kunai sets.

Before she knew it, she'd fallen asleep, book in hand. A symptom of pregnancy was fatigue and it had Hinata deep within it's clutches. She felt like, if she let herself, she could practically fall asleep anywhere.

Next time on TTWBU, Naruto makes his grand return with new, telling information in tow. But will his reunion with Hinata go as either of them expected? Also, I feel like fanfiction portrays Hiashi WAY MORE EVIL then he actually is. Yes, he's strict, but, I've never seen him to vicious to Hinata in the Anime nor Manga and so I wrote him as such.

4: Escape The Fate

Disclaimer: I'm terrible at all types of fight scenes. I also don't own Naruto.

Note: There has been a one month time skip. Naruto is set to return and Hinata is just now entering her fourth month. Also, I have never had a child nor been pregnant and therefore I have absolutely no idea how an actual Obstetrics checkup would go, so I'm just going off my regular Gynecology appointments LOL also this is not proof read. I usually go back and do that later.

Hinata smiled affectionately at her stomach, sitting in the waiting room of Konoha Hospital. She was having her four month check up and so far she'd been coming along swimmingly. Today, Hinata was going to find out the gender of her baby. It was technically early (sixteen weeks) but Hinata just couldn't wait anymore. She needed to know she was having a boy.

Sure, she wished that Naruto was here to witness all these firsts, but, it was the life of a ninja and it couldn't be helped. "Hinata Hyuga?" one of the nurses called her name, offering her a warm smile. Hinata stood up slowly, smoothing down her new lavender ninja coat (the same one, just in a bigger size) because she still needed to conceal her pregnancy without being incredibly obvious.

She didn't want anyone else to know until Naruto found out.

Following the nurse, she stroked her belly affectionately. It had quickly become her new favorite habit, she did it all the time. It brought her comfort in the late night when the apartment would get lonely without Naruto's presence. She was never truly alone now, she had her own little sunshine.

"How are you feeling today Miss Hyuga? Any pain or concerns?"

"No, I've felt really well, besides the morning sickness that is. I seem to throw up all the time now." The nurse chuckled.

"Yes, that's very common for a lot of women, Miss Hyuga. I'm going to take your temperature and blood pressure, ask you a few questions, and then I'll let Sakura know you're here."

Hinata tensed at the mention of her comrade. Sakura couldn't find out, not yet anyway. She absolutely could not be seen by her boyfriends pink-haired teammate.

"Ano, um, is there anyway that I could be seen by another medic? It's personal." The nurse scanned through the list and then tapped her pencil next to a name.

"Aiko-san could do the examination, but she is with another patient, if you do not mind waiting I will send for her."

"That would be great thank you." The nurse smiled and wrote down some notes on Hinata's medical charts.

"Are you in any pain today?"

"No."

"Do you feel safe at home?"

"Yes."

"Have you had any thoughts of self harm or suicide in the past six months?"

"No." The nurse continued typing away on the keyboard, filling in the correct boxes.

"Great, everything seems to check out okay. I'll let Aiko know you're ready and she'll be in after she finishes up with her current patient."

Hinata smiled at the nurse gratefully, absentmindedly stroking her stomach. Her little baby would get an identity today and she couldn't wait to confirm what she already knew. She knew in her heart that her baby was going to be a boy.

She had already thought of the perfect name too, but, she wouldn't divulge that information until Naruto approved of the name as well.

Minutes ticked by and Hinata started to grow tired. The quiet of the white, sterile room seemed to make her eye lids feel like a thousand pounds. Nodding off every now and again, she barely registered the soft knocks of the door.

"Miss Hyuga?" Hinata snapped to attention, sitting up in her chair rather quickly. Aiko chuckled and sat down in the chair across from the examination table.

"So we're having our four month checkup, correct?" Hinata smiled happily.

"Yes, I'm just starting my fourth month." Aiko smiled.

"That's good to hear. Please take a seat on the exam table and we'll get the exam underway."

A certain blonde haired Shinobi practically kissed the ground of Konoha's entrance after being away for three long, grueling months. He cried anime tears, thinking about just who was in the Village and what he wanted to do with her.

"Wow Naruto, can you be any more pathetic?" The young Inuzuka boy purposely taunted the over excited male. Naruto glared.

"Shut it dog-breath!" Shikamaru had rubbed his temples so much within the last three months, he was sure there were permanent red marks from his fingers.

"I've had it. Let's report to the Hokage and be done with it. I don't want to see you all for at least 48 hours." Neji silently agreed, just about ready to kill the blonde ninja on site. He also had plans to pay a visit to a certain weapons oriented Kunoichi whom he'd missed dearly (but would never admit out loud).

Naruto practically sprinted towards the newly reconstructed Hokage Tower, eager to give the mission report so he could have some much needed attention from his smokin hot girlfriend. He'd missed the shy Kunoichi terribly and wanted nothing more than to give her a big hug and inhale the wonderful, relaxing scent that only came from Hinata Hyuga.

"BAA-CHAN! WE'RE BACK!" Naruto was never one for manners or tact and as such, barged right into Tsunade's office like he owned the place (and let's be honest, it was going to be his one day).

"BRAT! Who're you callin old huh? You better have a decent mission report for me!"

Naruto grinned and scratched the back of his head sheepishly. "Shikamaru actually has the report 'ttebayo. I just came to give you my verbal report. I have someone to see, I mean, places to be. Heh."

Tsunade shook her head. She knew everything about Hinata and her situation. If Naruto was the father of her child, then clearly the two were involved in some way. Even though they haven't officially gone pubic with their relationship yet, Naruto wasn't fooling anyone.

"Report then brat! I don't have all day." Naruto grumbled and squinted his blue yes at his makeshift grandmother. The old hag. He opened his mouth and his expression turned serious.

"After three months of observing the Amegakure hideout of the Akatsuki, we can confirm that the Akatsuki have recruited Uchiha Sasuke and he is currently tasked with tracking down the eight tails Jinchuriki Bee. Among Sasuke are three other ninja. A red haired female who seems to be a healer, a fish like guy carrying the sword Samehada, and finally a tall, orange haired man who seems to have some type of mental disorder. He can just go berserk in an instant, killing anything and everything in his path. The only one who seems to be able to tame him is Sasuke. Since the death of Nagato, the Akatsuki have mostly dispersed, however, there seems to be a new leader in the group. Shikamaru has the full report."

Tsunade sighed in her chair, rubbing her temples. She seemed to be doing that a lot lately, rubbing her temples. There was so much to worry about as Hokage, she was getting too old for this shit.

"Alright brat. I'll have the intelligence unit decipher the full mission report. You're free to leave. Dismissed." Naruto whooped in delight, jumping out of the Hokage tower window, his favorite way of exiting Tsunade's office.

He had one thing on his mind and one thing only.

Target and acquire the Byakugan Princess, his amazing girlfriend, Hinata Hyuga.

Hinata came out of the hospital feeling like a million bucks, her heart was swelling with happiness and pride. In her hand she had her most recent sonogram and in it detailed the babies gender.

She was so thrilled to finally know what the little baby inside her would be, and she immediately started to conjure up a whole plethora of names. Of course, she would discuss them with Naruto, but Hinata was just so full of love at that very moment.

She wished that she could share her good news, she was about to burst from the suspense, but, she knew that first and foremost Naruto needed to know about the baby. With a spring in her step, she made her way towards the market place, picking up some groceries so that she could make a nice dinner tonight in celebration of the sex of her baby.

She let her mind wander to her lovely boyfriend, hoping that he was safe wherever he was. Hinata couldn't bare the thought of loosing Naruto. He was her sunshine, her hero, she needed him in her life. And his son needed him in his life, too.

Carrying the hefty bag of groceries, she was pleasantly surprised by the unexpected help of Konohamaru, who'd spotted her down the road and offered to help carry her bags home.

"Don't worry Hinata-nee! Boss would kill me if I didn't take care of his girlfriend in his absence. Are you making him dinner tonight? He is supposed to be back in the village you know!"

Hinata nearly faltered, caught like a deer in headlights. Naruto was back? As in Naruto Uzumaki? As in her boyfriend who was on a mission for the last three months is home? That meant that Hinata would finally have the chance to tell Naruto about the baby! Except, she suddenly felt nervous as well.

In true Hinata fashion, her doubts started to settle in. What if Naruto didn't even want the baby? What if...what if he left her? I mean, Hinata would hope that Naruto would do the right thing and stay, but, she wouldn't force him and she didn't want Naruto to feel obligated to her just because of the baby.

"Hinata-nee did you hear me? I said Boss is back!" As if snapping out of her downward spiral, she smiled at him so brightly it made Konohamaru's heart flip.

"That's wonderful news Konohamaru-kun. All the more reason to make a good meal, ne?"

Naruto approached his apartment door, walking with his hands behind his head when he stopped cold, noticing that something was off.

The steps to his apartment looked...new? And his door...was it, was it painted differently? As his eyes glanced downward, he noticed a brand new, hardly used 'Welcome' matt.

Feeling as if something was not right, he quickly reached for a kunai and didn't let his guard fall. He slowly made his way towards the living room window and attempted to open it, except, he couldn't.

Naruto never locked his windows. Something was extremely off and Naruto was determined to get to the bottom of it!

Finally going back to the front door and unlocking it, he slowly walked into the darkened apartment. Reaching for the light switch on the side of the wall, he flicked on the lights and just about had the shock of his life.

His...his apartment...IT WAS GONE!

Extremely freaked out, he spread his chakra around the apartment, hoping to sense if there were any intruders within the vicinity. Finding none, he was at a loss for words. This was definitely his apartment, that he was sure of, but...but he couldn't fathom what had happened to it.

Everything was new and it looked so expensive!

Hearing the lock on his front door click open and two voices on the other side, Naruto suppressed his chakra and practically dove into hiding, making sure he could observe without being seen.

When the door opened, he was surprised to see Konohamaru carrying a few bags of groceries, followed by his beloved Hinata with a bag of her own. He noticed that Hinata looked different. Bigger almost, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it.

Konohamaru set the bags on the table and surveyed the new and improved apartment. Everything looked amazing. Hinata really did have good taste.

"Whoa! Hinata-nee did you remodel this whole apartment?" Hinata giggled at the small Genin's obvious wonder of the apartment.

"Hai, Ino-chan and I spent the last few months slowly remodeling Naruto's apartment. I...I wanted to give Naruto back even just a little bit of what he's given to me and the Village. He's saved this village so many times, he's a hero, and while I can't do much for him, I thought I could at least give him comfortable living conditions."

Meanwhile, Naruto was practically buried in shock and surprise. Hinata did this? His wonderful, amazing, shy girlfriend remodeled his whole apartment because she thought he deserved it at the very least?

It was too much. Naruto felt his heart swell. No one had ever cared enough to give him a present before and Hinata had given him such an expensive one. It was his first, real gift and he felt tears prick his eyes.

"Say, did Naruto give you a key to his apartment before he left?" Hinata blushed at being found out. She didn't want to lie, but, she also didn't want to tell the truth.

"No, I found his spare key. Konohamaru, can you keep a secret?" Konohamaru nodded, eager to hear whatever juicy secret Hinata was about to impart on him. Naruto was also curious, and used a bit of Kyuubi's chakra to strain his ears to hear better.

"The reason I have this key is because I am living here. I gave up my Hyuga name while Naruto was gone." Naruto's eyebrows furrowed in anger as he let out an inaudible growl. She gave up her name? What could have possibly happened that she was no longer a Hyuga?

'Kit, that's your Mate! How dare the clan try to mess with her? Let me out of here! I'll tear them limb from limb.'

''Eh, quiet you damn fox. I'm already upset 'ttebayo!.'

"They did what?! Boss isn't going to be happy when he finds out." Hinata grimaced as she unpacked the groceries.

"That's what I'm afraid of. I know how Naruto-kun can be when it comes to the Hyuga. I don't want him to know. I don't want anything to do with the clan."

"Is that also why you remodeled the apartment?" Konohamaru fiddled with a few pieces of paper on Naruto's brand new kitchen table. Reaching for an envelope, he opened it up. Inside the envelope was a...sonogram? The name Hinata Hyuga was in the corner and boy was in the bottom corner with an arrow point to the babies gender.

"Ano, not the whole reason, just one of them." Konohamaru's eyes practically bugged out in shock. He quickly shoved the sonogram back into the envelope and left it back on the table. Nodding at Hinata in acceptance he took the time to really observe the young Hyuga girl.

Her hips seemed...wider? Her boobs were definitely bigger...and now that he thought about it, Hinata's jacket was pretty tight around her midsection, it even seemed to be a size bigger than her old jacket.

Could she really be pregnant? Is the father Naruto? Konohamaru thought it wise not to say a word. It was obvious Hinata was keeping the pregnancy a secret and Naruto would kill him if he made Hinata cry.

"Well, I should be on my way! Moegi and Udon are waiting for me at the training grounds." Hinata wrapped her arms around the young boy, careful to keep her stomach at a distance.

"Thank you so much for your help today Konohamaru-kun. I'll make sure Naruto knows you took care of me in his absence. He really cares about you. Have fun training!"

Konohamaru blushed, completely thrown off guard from the hug, but he enjoyed it none the less.

Naruto stayed in hiding, absolutely having an internal meltdown. He was trying his very best to process everything that had just happened, but was really having a hard time doing it. The foxes commentary was unhelpful as well.

"Bye Hinata-nee-chan!"

Once Konohamaru left Hinata picked up the small white envelope and smiled, bringing it to her chest. Her baby was beautiful and she couldn't wait to meet the little guy. Shrugging off her jacket, she reached for her orange apron and tied it around her bulging stomach.

Smiling affectionately, she patted her belly a few times as she pulled various ingredients out of her shopping bag. "Okay baby, we should get started on dinner for Naruto-kun's return! Should we make him ramen?" Hinata giggled to herself and started to prepare the meal.

Meanwhile, Naruto's mental comprehension was at max capacity. He stood there behind the bathroom door, frozen. Baby? What did Hinata mean by baby? Who was she talking too?

As Naruto slowly pushed open the bathroom door, he looked across the small hallway into his bedroom and if he hadn't already died from heart palpitations, this one was sure to do him in.

His small twin sized bed was now replaced with a sleek and modern looking double bed. His messy room was neatly cleaned and organized and...wait wait wait...was that a crib?

There was a whole nursery in his bedroom!

His brain had officially failed him. He couldn't handle this. He needed answers and he needed them now.

"HINATA!" He sprinted back into the kitchen, startling the Hyuga so bad she jumped up from the stove, dropping her ladle on the floor.

"N-Naruto-kun! You...you're...here? I mean...um..." Hinata was lost for words, still reeling from the shock of Naruto's appearance. How did he get in here? Hinata didn't hear the door open nor did she detect her boyfriends presence at all.

Had he been here the whole time? She might faint if that were the case.

As Naruto observed his petite girlfriend, still holding a surprised look on her face and facing him full on, he almost fell over when he noticed her obviously pregnant stomach.

He started to hyperventilate.

"Naruto-kun are you okay?" Hinata was scared. What if Naruto was angry with her?

"Hinata you're...you...this...the apartment...what?" Hinata immediately ran to her boyfriend, steadying him and trying to calm him down. She felt saddened at his nearly hysterical state.

"Yes. I fixed up the apartment for the future, Naruto-kun. I...I am pregnant with your son. Our son."

Naruto couldn't fathom the news.

Son. Hinata was pregnant with his son.

Naruto shakily backed away, reaching for the door handle. "Hinata I, I need to...to go. I am going over to Shikamaru's."

He sprinted out the door, forgetting to close it in his rush. Hinata watched the retreating back of the only man she'd ever loved, tears gently fell down her face. She rubbed her belly for comfort, as if consoling the small life inside her.

Where would things end up now? Hinata knew their relationship couldn't handle this. How was she supposed to depend on Naruto, when he was also a teenager just like herself?

She looked at the boiling ramen on the stove and the forgotten ladle on the floor. Picking up the ladle, she dropped it into the sink and turned off the stove burners. She sat on the couch in silence, crying for everything that had just happened and everything that was about too.

Some welcome back she gave him, huh?

HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHE. SO. How do you like things so far? Did the reunion go the way you expected it too?

Because of the premise of this story, it will follow canon...and then it also won't at the same time. I don't want to classify this as a total AU, but it will eventually become more AU then canon.

Also, I've had a couple people PM me about future Boruto characters and pairings so I want to set the record straight.

I do not like BoruSara. It's like a neo-NaruSaku and I just can't do it. So no, Boruto will NEVER like Sarada in any romantic way in my story. As such, THERE WILL BE NO BORUSARA. DON'T ASK ME FOR IT. I don't like Sakura, I never have, so why am I going to pair her child with my beloved Boruto when I can pair him with Sumire!

I am 110% a BoruSumi shipper. BoruSumi will be a set pairing. I'd already decided this before I started writing this story as well as how I'm going to work it into this story. HOWEVER. Guys. I'm literally only 4 chapters into my story. They're not even born yet! Relax, and enjoy the Naruto progression. We will get to all the Boruto characters in due time. Also, please remember that Boruto will be older than the other characters.

LASTLY, I'm honestly really shocked and taken aback at all the feedback I'm receiving at only 4 chapters! 20 reviews? Guys you're awesome! I'm so glad you're enjoying my story. I started reading on this website in 2006 (I'm 25) and made my first story on here in 2008. There were SO MANY GREAT STORIES back then, such classic NaruHina's too, and when I scroll through the NaruHina tag now, I find most fanfics severely lacking in content, abandoned, or just all around terrible.

The stories that do manage to catch my interest are abandoned/discontinued. LITERALLY LIKE 10/10 IT ALWAYS HAPPENS. So, I hope that you stick along for the ride, are patient with my updates (I'm by no means fast or regular), and let me show you how OLD SCHOOL NaruHina writers do it! :D Because, technically, I've been writing NaruHina since 2008.

PPS: Please send me your feedback! What do you agree with? What don't you like? What would you like to see in the future? Please drop a review and let me know! Till next time!

5: The Beginnings of Strategy

Disclaimer: I'm terrible at all types of fight scenes. I also don't own Naruto.

Hinata felt her back hit the soft fabric of Naruto's bed sheets and Naruto's body descended on top of her own, peppering light kisses down her jawline and neck. Her shirt had been lost in the fray some time ago, her ample chest on display for Naruto's viewing pleasure.

Naruto looked into Hinata's lavender eyes, intoxication reflecting in his own, and uttered her name under his breath. He gently dragged his fingers up Hinata's side, sending goosebumps along her skin. As his hand came to rest upon it's destination, he smiled as he cupped one of her breasts in his right hand. He drew his thumb lightly across her hardened nipple, causing Hinata to squirm underneath him in a silent pleasure.

The sensations Hinata was feeling, heightened by her own intoxication, were delightful. It was nothing like she dreamed of and a thousand times more satisfying then her own hands could ever be.

Hinata dragged her hands up and down Naruto's shirtless torso, feeling his hardened abs against her palms. She felt her left hand graze over the elastic band of Naruto's boxers and slipped her small hand into them as she had earlier on the couch, gripping Naruto's hardened erection. She could feel him twitch at her touch and her chest filled with satisfaction as he let out her name.

She was on cloud nine.

Having enough of being teased, Naruto took action. Naruto slowly slid off her panties, anxious to taste her untouched treasure. With a smirk, he descended upon the pink, glistening folds of Hinata's vagina and experimentally ran his tongue in between her labia. Hinata's moans of approval were enough motivation to keep going.

Come hell or high water, he was going to make the Hyuga heiress scream his name in ecstasy.

Naruto was running at breakneck speed towards Shikamaru's clan compound.

A baby. His baby. His son.

Naruto was downright terrified. Any teenage father would be, let alone a ninja father. He wasn't sure what to feel or what to even think, because to Naruto, a baby was the farthest thing from his mind; especially as he'd only just figured out that he liked Hinata as a woman.

Being a father? It spooked Naruto, especially because he'd never known his own. He grew up an orphan, all alone. How could he be a father, when he never had one to learn from in the first place? He never had the guidance of his father and he wasn't sure what a father was to be honest.

This was also a time of war.

How would Naruto be around for Hinata and his unborn child and be on the battlefield at the same time? There were so many unanswered questions with no known answer. What if's flew through Naruto's mind at an inhuman speed. He had no confidence that he could even provide for the both of them. Hell, Naruto wasn't even sure what love was and if that would be enough for Hinata and their unborn child.

Naruto knew how babies were made, of course. Training with the legendary pervert for three years taught him everything he ever needed to know, yet, he couldn't even fathom that it had happened to him after his first time.

They had always been safe. Naruto knew about contraceptives and they had used those in conjunction with the pill. It made no sense to Naruto, who had trouble recalling even one time that they were not safe.

Of course, contraceptives are not always 100% effective, but this was just shocking. Naruto had heard stories of teenage ninja falling pregnant...none of them ever ended with a happily ever after.

And Hinata, how would the village think of her? Not only was she practically a princess, but she was also apart of the main branch of the Hyuga clan! For her to be pregnant out of wedlock, would the village shun her? Her clan already had, so whose to say they wouldn't?

Naruto couldn't bare the thought of the villagers treating Hinata like they used to treat him as a child, complete with harsh whispers and hard glares. His stomach clenched and his heart tightened at the mere thought that Hinata could be turned into the village pariah just for carrying his child.

Landing on Shikamaru's front yard, he practically ran up to the front door, knocking like a madman. "Shikamaru! Shikamaru open up I have an emergency!"

From the comfort of Shikamaru's bed, he groaned when he heard Naruto's obnoxiously loud voice. He'd just gotten away from seeing the blonde loud mouth after three months, yet, not even 6 hours later was he on his door step, going on about something.

With a sigh of frustration, he threw his bed covers off himself, slipping on his house slippers and throwing on his, yes, robe.

"This is so troublesome. I'm coming hold on." Shikamaru thought to himself that this better damn well be an emergency, or he was going to strangle Naruto with this Kage Mane. He wanted sleep, away from the blonde loud mouth. He just wanted to sleep for Kami's sake. He hadn't had a good nap in three months.

When Shikamaru opened the door, he'd never seen the boy so frantic. With a questioning gaze, he urged Naruto to continue.

"I fucked up. I really, really fucked up."

Shikamaru sighed. "How Naruto. How did you fuck up?" Shikamaru had no time for this bullshit.

Naruto took a deep breath and closed his eyes. "Hinata is pregnant with my son."

Just saying the words out loud for the first time freaked him out even more. If he acknowledges this dilemma in person, it makes it all the more real. Hinata really was pregnant with his child and he was going to be a father.

Shikamaru nearly stumbled back in shock. That was definitely the last thing he expected to come out of the young Shinobi's mouth.

"Okay, okay Naruto. Slow down and explain to me the whole story." Shikamaru sat on the front porch and Naruto followed like a zombie. Shikamaru was immediately running through scenarios and strategies. This baby, it changed everything. Not just in the village, but in the war as well.

"Well, I was coming to my apartment after giving ol Baa-chan the verbal mission report and I noticed that things were...different. My apartment, it was fixed up real nice like, it freaked me out 'ttebayo. When I entered my apartment, everything was new. My living room, kitchen, everything had been repainted and modernized ya know? Then, I heard Hinata coming into the apartment along with Konohamaru who was helping with the groceries, and hid because I had initially wanted to surprise her. I overheard her conversation with Konohamaru about how she'd denounced her clan name and was no longer apart of the Hyuga clan. I didn't suspect anything at first, and it wasn't until I peaked into the bedroom that I was able to piece together enough information on the situation. Inside my bedroom was an unopened box with a picture of a crib on it, propped up against the wall and seemingly hidden next to a changing table. I immediately freaked out and confronted Hinata. In hindsight, I shouldn't have scared the crap out of her, but, when she turned around from whatever she was cooking, I could see her small baby bump. It was abrupt. I couldn't think of anything other than to step away from the situation because I had just taken in so much information. So I ran as fast as I could to the smartest man I know because I know you could help me sort all of this out."

Shikamaru let out a shaky breath, eyes closed in thought. This was a very troublesome situation. But first, without warning Shikamaru swung his fist at Naruto, knocking him in the chest.

"YAH! What was that for?"

Shikamaru smirked. "For being an idiot. How could you just leave Hinata? She's sensitive, she's probably a crying mess, thinking you walked out on her."

Naruto scratched his neck awkwardly. "Oh, I didn't really think of that 'ttebayo! I just-I just couldn't think because I got freaked out. What do I do? I don't even know how to be a father! What is a father? And I don't even know if I love Hinata. I mean, I like her a lot, she's kind and sweet and beautiful, but what is love? How do I know if I love Hinata? I have never been told I was loved before by a girl. I just don't understand."

Shikamaru stared at his shougi piece as he twirled it between his fingers. There were a lot of things that had to be solved, questions needed to be answered, and most importantly a game plan would need to be set in place. Shikamaru could safely assume the Hokage already knew about this situation. However, if the Akatsuki find out that Naruto has a child, it will be in danger as well as Hinata.

It was a sticky situation, with one wrong move spelling disaster. Shikamaru would need some time to think on it. In the meantime, he should probably send this idiot back to Hinata.

"Look, this is a very complicated matter that we can't just fix in a few hours. Let me think on things and come back a few days from now, I'll have something for you. In the meantime, go back to Hinata. She's probably worried sick about you. My advice to you Naruto is talk to her. Talk about the situation together, because I can promise you that she is equally as terrified as you are. She is also sixteen and still a teenager herself."

Naruto smiled and jumped up, throwing his fist in the air. "You're right Shikamaru! I shouldn't have jumped the gun like that. I just needed to get my head on straight. I am scared, but, I'm Uzumaki Naruto and I never go back on my words 'ttebayo!"

"Okay, go now! I'll see you in a few days." Shikamaru stood up as Naruto ran off and wasted no time entering his home and crawling back into his bed. Finally, he could get that much needed rest.

With a sigh of relief, he pulled the covers back over himself, burrowing his head into his soft, cloud like pillow. All was right in the world, as he visualized the inside of his eyelids.

"SHIKA, WAKE UP! IT'S DINNER TIME." The scream of his mother abruptly snapped his eyes open.

Troublesome.

Hinata's sobs had quieted long ago, having fallen asleep on the spacious couch. With a hand draped over her stomach, she slept soundly, exhausted from the emotional trauma she'd just gone through.

The door shutting had woken Hinata's senses, she immediately jerked up into a defensive stance. When she saw her boyfriend standing at the front door, a fresh set of sobs escaped her lips as she ran up to him, hugging him for dear life.

"I-I thought you left me! I was so scared. Naruto-kun, I'm sorry that I ruined your life. I'm sorry that I put us in this situation. I'll understand if you want no part of this child, I won't force you, but, I can't loose you! Finally, finally after all these years I have Naruto-kun and I can't bare to let you go."

Naruto felt like a real asshole. He pulled Hinata tighter into his embrace, burying his head into her hair, inhaling her pleasant and calming scent as she cried.

"Nata-chan...I could never abandon you. You're carrying our son, you're the mother of our child, and I would never turn my back on my own blood. I've always wanted to have a family, just, not this soon 'ttebayo! I was scared and nervous. I'm an orphan, ya know? I never had a family, I don't know what it's like to be a father or what a father even is! I don't know what I should do. Even now, I'm scared and I just want this all to go away."

Hinata stared deeply into Naruto's blue eyes, lost in the emotions flitting across them. She was so glad. "I'm scared too, Naruto-kun. I have not only put you in danger, but I've also put the village in danger. If you couldn't fight because of me and the baby, I would never forgive myself. I know that this is all a mistake, but, we can't take it back and we can't undo it. I am scared too, but, you've always given me strength and courage. I always used to cry and give up, but your smile saved me. I know that we can figure this out together. I love you, Naruto-kun and I will do whatever I have to for you and our baby. I never go back on my words because that too is my nindo, my ninja way."

Naruto gave Hinata a gentle kiss on the lips, channeling everything he was feeling into that one kiss. Hinata eagerly reciprocated, melting in Naruto's strong arms. When they broke apart for air, Naruto pulled Hinata towards the couch and onto his lap.

Naruto snaked his arms around his girlfriends torso, resting his hands on her small bump. The action nearly brought a fresh set of tears to her eyes. "Now, why don't you start from the very beginning, properly this time, and then we'll go from there?" Hinata nodded and started to recount everything that had happened since he'd gone on his mission three months ago.

Elsewhere

A raven haired teen with red eyes and three others made their way through the trees, heading towards their destination at breakneck speed. The time was upon them and they were going to put there plan into action. After learning the truth from Madara, Sasuke had his own plans.

In order to carry them out, he needed to first start with the ROOT of the problem.

Shiramura Danzo would have a chidori through his chest and rest assured, Sasuke would make sure of that.

Don't get comfortable yet guys, there's still plenty of drama to come. Naruto still has to figure out his feelings, doesn't he? Ahh, to be young. There are a lot of unknown variables and too many questions that need answered.

Sasuke is finally making his move, how exciting! Naruto may be called to the battlefield sooner than he thinks. As always, thank you guys so much for reviewing! It makes me want to write this story more ;) But in all seriousness, the feedback I have gotten so far has helped me immensely and I do listen and take advice into consideration.

I also want to clear up a little misunderstanding. I may have come off too strong in my last A/N. I do not like Sakura, yes, but I am not so immature as to completely write her out of stories or bash her. I actually love Sasuke almost as much as Naruto, and as such I have to like Sarada at least 50%. I just don't think that Sarada and Boruto compliment each other at all, so I just don't care for that pairing, just like I don't for NaruSaku.

Regardless, thank you all so much for your continued support! Please drop a review and tell me what you liked, disliked, etc. I can only make this story better if I know where the faults in it are after all!

Also, in case you guys haven't noticed, this story is rated M and will eventually have full lemons in it. As for now, you'll just be getting the flashbacks of their first time throughout the story.

Also, I've noticed that a lot of the lemons on this site are unrealistic. I'm gonna be honest guys, I'm 24 with quite a bit of experience. As such, I will be writing my lemons based off my realistic experiences. I often find that, while lemons are nice to read, they can get pretty awkward if not done properly and it turns me off if the lemon is too unrealistic.

Does anyone else notice these things too? For instance, semen does not taste good! It doesn't taste like ramen, it's not pleasant, it's just sticky and salty (I'm female). Also, guys don't just get up and have sex right away again after they ejaculate. It takes AT LEAST an hour, if not two or three. Also, all of the men I've ever dated, have said that having sex two or three times a day can actually be painful. The penis is a muscle and you can overuse it.

Anyway, that's my two cents, what do you guys think?

Till next time, folks!

PS: Did anyone catch the hidden pun in this chapter? Brownie points if you do!

74Chapter 6: The Misfire Of Strategy

Disclaimer: I'm terrible at all types of fight scenes. I also don't own Naruto.

Shikamaru sighed in frustration, staring at the same Shogi board he'd been looking at for the last two hours. Nothing that he thought of could possibly fix the incredibly complicated situation Naruto and Hinata had put themselves in.

It was evident that battle would be upon them soon, with Naruto leading the charge. But a child? It put a wrench in everything. For once, the great genius was stumped.

"Shikamaru, what seems to trouble you? You've been staring at this shogi board for two hours. Care to share?" Shikaku Nara was Konoha's best and top strategist. There was never a problem he couldn't think or solve his way through. Whatever had been plaguing his sons mind, it must have been quite the dilemma.

Shikamaru groaned. He was basically sworn to secrecy. It would be improper for anyone to know of Naruto's situation until both him and Hinata come forward and explain it themselves.

He also knew his father. He wouldn't just leave the matter alone, either. Shikaku was as much nosy as he was smart, and for that Shikamaru was in a catch twenty two. But maybe he didn't have to tell him exactly who.

"Let's say, hypothetically, a girlfriend of an important teen ninja in the war were to become pregnant. We are in a time of war, and that particular ninja would now become a liability as well as a target and danger because of who the child's father is. Said ninja had then sought the advice of his really smart friend, who said he would need time to think of a solution, but has yet to come up with one. How do you get yourself out of this situation?"

Shikaku was taken aback. But the answer was simple. "It's actually very simple son. You don't. A child is not something that you can take back. This "child" is here to stay and all the ninja can do is work around the circumstances. The ninja in question will not only have to grow up quickly, but they must also learn to keep a cool and level head when in battle despite knowing there is a child on the way. They will have to fight like hell to protect what they have created. You tell Uzumaki that the Nara's will be here for Hinata if he needs us."

Shikamaru sputtered. "How did you know who I was talking about?"

Shikaku smirked. "Son, I'm not the top Intel adviser for nothing. What other important ninja is currently the target of the Akatsuki in the village, is a teen, and is essential to winning the war? Don't worry, your secret is safe with me. However, you tell Uzumaki he needs to have a serious talk with the Hokage. This cannot be a secret much longer."

Shikamaru nodded and stared at his shogi board once again.

"Up for a quick game, Dad?"

"Well I was hoping you'd ask, son!"

Tsunade rubbed her temples, a headache coming on by the minute.

The latest Intel report was not good. The Raikage not only wanted Sasuke's head for trying to capture his brother, the eight tails, but now Danzo was a concern.

It was frustrating.

She eyed the bottle of sake and cup on her desk and grabbed it quickly, shooting the whole thing in one gulp. She was too old for this job and wanted nothing more than to gamble the rest of her life away.

Then there was also the fact that one of her Kunoichi was pregnant and unable to even fight in the war, let alone the father who was essential to winning the war. It was all one huge mess.

She wished Jiraiya were still here.

The old pervert had to go and leave her, huh? Seemed to be that every man in her life was destined to leave in one way or another.

"Shizune!"

Rapid footsteps and a door opened up.

"Hai, Tsunade-Sama?"

"Assemble the other Kage. We need to have an emergency meeting. And ready the ANBU, we're going to start shipping out."

Shizune was shocked. She knew that things were bad and tensions were rising, however, to go to war this soon? She hadn't even thought about it.

"Tsunade-Sama are you sure?"

The Hokage nodded.

"Send for Naruto as well. He'll know what I am talking about. It's time he masters Kyubi's chakra. I want him to go to Mt. Myoboku stat."

"But, Hinata..." Tsunade sighed.

"She will be fine. She is a Kunoichi of Konoha. She knows where her duty lies. Hinata will do her best to protect their child as will Naruto. Please send for him."

Weeks had past since Hinata had broken the news to Naruto.

At first things were great, like a honeymoon stage. They both delighted in their pregnancy, imagining what it would be like to raise their son, who he would take after more, etc.

Hinata couldn't believe they were actually doing this, setting up the crib in Naruto's tiny bedroom after Naruto suggested it. Naruto was hunched over a bunch of wooden pieces, all in a disarray. A look of frustration was on his face.

Hinata sighed as she observed him reading the directions for assembly. Despite his reassurance of support, she couldn't help but feel a slight shift in their relationship.

It was becoming strained, acting like everything would workout and that they would deal with this baby. It was a small change, undetectable to an outsider, but to Hinata it was as if an earthquake had shattered their foundation. They were just two teenagers in love, enjoying the throws of passion. Now they were going to be parents.

Naruto had begun pulling away slightly. Whether on purpose or subconsciously she didn't know, but Naruto always seemed to avoid talking about their future. It felt like they were just playing house. Hinata felt Naruto was only doing these things BECAUSE of it being the right thing to do and not necessarily because he finds his own joy in the matter.

Don't get me wrong, Naruto has so much love for his child, it just wasn't an ideal time and they weren't ready for this. Hinata wasn't sure how much longer they could pretend their normality, but Hinata would have rather been rejected, then having to fake whatever this was.

Hinata herself wasn't ready, for anything. They'd just barely started their relationship six months ago and yet it feels like this is all too much. It's like a house of cards waiting to tumble.

They talked extensively about it after Hinata had initially broke the news, and things seemed okay the week after, but Hinata knew better.

They were not okay. Naruto was not okay. This whole situation was not okay and Hinata felt helpless. "Naruto-kun, maybe we should take a break? We don't have to do all these preparations right away."

Naruto sighed and put down the crib pieces. "You're right. We have been at this for a few hours. I'm starving!"

Hinata waved her boyfriend over to the kitchen, where she had a stir-fry waiting on the table accompanied by Shrimp Tempura. Naruto's mouth practically watered at the sight. He could never turn away Hinata's cooking. It was the best.

After a few minutes of comfortable silence, Hinata finally gathered her courage to broach the subject that had been on her mind as of late.

"How do you want to tell everyone the news?"

Naruto froze, chop stick poised in front of his open mouth. He blew out hot air, putting down the chop sticks. "Hinata I don't want to tell anyone who doesn't have to know. I want you to be safe and the more people who know, the easier it will be to target you should something leak."

Hinata frowned at the thought. He wanted to keep things a secret? "But Naruto-kun, when people see my stomach they're going to know we're expecting. Don't you want our friends to know?"

"Of course I do, Hinata-chan, but we can't take that risk. There is nothing about this situation that's typical. My enemies are too powerful, we can't take chances in a time of war. I talked with Shikamaru and Baa-chan about everything last week and I think it would be best for you to be away from the village for the rest of your pregnancy. We can't risk the Akatsuki finding out about you and our child. I can't loose the both of you. I can't take the risk of you being in Konoha should it come under attack, either. I also can't risk our child being anywhere near the front lines, if you are kidnapped and used against me, it's not just my life in the balance."

Hinata stood up from the table. She'd only been truly upset a few times in her life, but never at Naruto.

She was in disbelief.

"Is that why you've been distant all week? Because you didn't know how to tell me you're forcing me and our child into hiding? Naruto-kun I won't hide like a coward. I am a ninja!"

"But Hinata you don't understand! These men, the Akatsuki, they're brutal. You saw and fought against Pein. I can't let you jump in and save me again, especially when there is another life to protect. You will be heavily pregnant soon and you cannot use your chakra now as it is. I won't have you or our son taken away from me. This war is too dangerous. It's your duty first and foremost to protect our child. This decision is final."

Hinata knew Naruto was right. For once, he was making a logical and sound decision. She just felt hurt and frustrated about everything.

Most expectant mothers can have a happy pregnancy, taking joy in the fact they are expecting a child and sharing the good news with friends while they prepare for their arrival. They can be doted on by their loving husband.

The same couldn't be said for Hinata.

The father of her child would be off in the center of a Shinobi war and for the foreseeable future will not be present for the rest of the pregnancy. Hinata will have to carry out the rest of this on her own. She will have to give birth on her own and even raise their son on her own, for however long this war will take. It broke Hinata's heart, knowing that Naruto would not be there.

It hurt, and it sucked, and she knew she was silly to think up all these ideal fantasies, but she couldn't help it. She was carrying the child of the love of her life and she had finally attained his affection. It was hard not to relish in the fact. It was hard not to want the perfect, fairy tale life.

What Naruto said had resonated with Hinata. Your duty first and foremost is to protect our child.

She could feel tears start to fall down her cheek. She held back a sob with her left hand, leaning on the table for support, head down. "It's, it's not fair. It's not fair..."

Naruto immediately got up to comfort his girlfriend. He couldn't imagine how she must be feeling in all of this. For Naruto, he was the village hero and as such he was expected to play a huge part in the war. His priority had to not only be on Hinata and their son, but also on the lives of Konoha.

It was all too much in such a short amount of time. Naruto hardly felt like a teenager anymore. It seemed like so long ago when Team 7 would eat ramen together with Kakashi-Sensei. Times were much simpler back then.

"Hinata..."

"Do you want this, Naruto-kun?" The look in Hinata's eyes sent Naruto staggering. He'd never seen such a somber, desperate look in her beautiful eyes that glistened with tears. Did he want what? This life? This baby?

The short answer was yes, he absolutely wanted to build a family with Hinata someday. The long answer, however, was that he wanted it to be in a time of peace, when he was an adult and could financially support a family. He was technically still classified as a Gennin, and had the salary of one, even though he'd received a generous sum of money after the fight with Pein.

The whole situation was screwed up.

"I-I do Hina, it's just, it's just not a good time, ya know? I wanted this someday, I still want this someday, but right now we have to do what we can with what we have. Baa-chan thinks that this would be the best option. I want you and our child to be safe, 'ttebayo! This is the only way I know how to do that. I'm sorry that I've been so distant, I didn't mean to be. I just, I just needed to prepare."

Hinata quietly cried into Naruto's chest. This was all wrong. Wrong, wrong, wrong.

"So why did you suggest we set up the crib? Why did you suggest we prepare your bedroom and buy baby clothes when we won't even be here to use them? Naruto you have to be honest with me. We screwed this all up, but we're a team, and teammates don't pull away from each other, they come together in times of adversity. I mean, we...we don't even have a name picked out! We never even discussed it."

Naruto frowned, ruffling his blonde hair. His blue eyes closed in thought. He took a deep breath and opened them back up again.

"Hinata I know I didn't go about this the right way, and I'm sorry."

Hinata stared directly into Naruto's eye. She bit her lip, contemplating what to say next. She was so confused about everything. But before she could get a grip on her emotions, the words spilled out like vomit.

"I'm sorry? Is that all you can say? How can I believe you, when you've never even said I love you?" Hinata immediately regretted those words. She wished she could take them back, that the floor could just open up and swallow her whole.

The words slapped Naruto in the face, harshly. His shoulders tensed, his eye's widened, and suddenly he felt clammy. Love? Naruto wasn't even sure what love was. He knew he cared about Hinata more than his own life and would do anything for her, but was that love?

She was right, though. He never did say it back, did he?

Naruto stepped closer to Hinata, opening his mouth the respond. Hinata held up her hand, signaling that she didn't want to hear it.

A knock at the door surprised them both. Turning their attention to the door, a second knock was heard. Hinata deflated, no longer feeling anger, just sadness. She glanced towards Naruto, sorely regretful. Even so, she couldn't keep the bitter sting out of her voice.

"I'll pack the things I'll be needing for my...time away. I'll put away the crib parts, too. It looks like you're going to be summoned."

Naruto had his back turned to Hinata, he heard soft footsteps and the sound of the bedroom door shutting. Naruto, frazzled, opened the door. Two ANBU stood in front of him, fully garbed. Hinata had been right.

"Tsunade-Sama has sent for you. Meet her at the Hokage tower for your next mission."

Hinata and four other ANBU stepped quietly through the Konoha Gates. Garbed in a hooded, black cloak and ANBU mask, the Hyuga was virtually unrecognizable.

It was only a few days after their fight that Hinata would be sent to the secret hideout. In the dead of night, surrounded by the best of the best, her and their son made the dangerous trek.

She sighed and rubbed her belly under her cloak. Things with Naruto had been tense when he returned from the Hokage tower. They hardly spoke at all and certainly never broached the topic of their fight again.

Hinata held up well, saying goodbye and promising to protect their child. Naruto promised he would return to her, safe, and that after this was all over they would do things right. Whatever that meant, Hinata couldn't be sure, but she tried her hardest to remain tough.

It was only now, in the dead of night and behind her ANBU mask, did she allow her tears to fall freely, silently weeping into the dark expanse of the forest.

She loved Naruto so much. She loved their child so much. She loved them both so much and knew she had to be strong and do what was needed of her. After taking some time to think on their fight, she realized how immature and foolish she was acting. She'd said a lot of words she didn't mean and in turn hurt not only Naruto but herself as well.

But could you blame her? She was only sixteen after all and yet a young teen herself.

As she drew further and further away from Konoha, carrying their precious son, she could only hope that the damage hadn't already been done.

OOF.

3k words. A big chapter lol

So no time for celebrations and a little angst in the chapter huh? I tried to portray their young, teenage sides. Hinata being irrationally angry, Naruto only focusing on what's best and not necessarily how that effects their relationship. I am long past my teenage years so it's very hard to put myself back into the mindset of young, inexperienced teens who have a baby on the way.

It seems like these events are going to drastically alter things! This is where things will get exciting. Who will turn the tide for Naruto without Hinata on the front lines with him? Will Neji still sacrifice his life for Naruto? Will Naruto be able to master Kurama's chakra easier or more difficult with his mind occupied on his fight with Hinata?

Will Hinata give birth alone? How will Boruto come to get his name? How will these things change the course of history? It's so fun to see how you can put a new spin on canon. This is where things will basically be AU, as if this already wasn't AU enough lol.

Did you expect this story to take a turn already? Or did you expect more fluff? Can you guess how the future is going to play out?

Comment your feedback! I love to read your comments, they give me LIFE! Shit is about to get real. In a war, time is a luxury that unfortunately NaruHina do not have.

74Chapter 7: Re-Examine

Disclaimer: I'm terrible at all types of fight scenes. I also don't own Naruto.

Hinata was exhausted.

Traveling while pregnant was extremely hard on the body, even to a powerful Kunoichi like Hinata. She could feel her lower back throb with each step she took, incredibly sore feet and swollen ankles accompanied.

She refused to ask her ANBU for help.

She was strong and dependable. She would do this all on her own. It was very clear that she would be receiving no help from Naruto (it was no fault of his own) and as such, a small setback such as body pain was nothing she could not handle.

They had been traveling for most of the night, the serene views of orange, pink, and red dipped the early morning sky like a canvas. During full daybreak, they would set up camp and sleep. They had strict instructions according to the ANBU. They were to travel only at night, under the cover of the trees and moonlight.

It was too risky to move during the day.

She nearly cried in relief when, after two more hours of travel, they had finally stopped to set up camp and sleep. While three of the four ANBU went to secure the perimeter and set up some precautionary barriers, Hinata sat on a log and watched the last ANBU set up two tents.

The male ANBU would be sleeping in one, while the lone female would be guarding Hinata throughout the day as she slept. Deep down, Hinata felt helpless and powerless. She was a ninja for Christ sake!

She had fought off many powerful enemies, but, she knew as frustrating as these things were, that she was moderately pregnant and would be unable to form any type of chakra, lest she accidentally use her own child's.

She wondered what was going on in Naruto's mind, as she glanced at the small mark on the inside of her palm.

Naruto had picked up Fuinjutsu on his travels with Jiraiya and had insisted for Hinata to carry his own personal seal. If she so wished, she would have access to a small frog summons and would be able to communicate and keep Naruto up to date, occasionally.

It was dangerous to send too many letters back and forth, but despite the current circumstances, Naruto had a right to know about his son's development.

She thought back to her Sensei, Kurenai and her daughter, Mirai.

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