Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ A Tale of 2 Hyuugas and a Uchiha ❯ First Impressions ( Chapter 5 )

“You are quite the beauty when you smile.”

“Oh…well um…” She gasped as she saw the crowd of people watching on the sly. Ino and Sakura were walking by every five minutes or so cutting those curious looks their way. Sasuke had now returned from his training with Kakashi and he was also staring curiously.

“Are you alright my Lady?” he asked.

“Uh…yeah…it's just that…well, everyone is staring so.”

“It's because they can't understand why you look so beautiful. They are envious of your charms,” he said grinning. “Don't mind them. Let them stare all they want. At the moment, I only have eyes for you. Here, have another taste.” He put the ice cream to her mouth and she shyly licked it some more. She smiled weakly as he continued to eat and watch her.

She wondered why it had gotten so quiet all of a sudden. She looked up and noticed that all those who were staring at first, except for Sasuke, were now trying their hardest to ignore them now. She looked around and finally spotted her cousin coming up the road towards them. He was looking scary as usual and his eyes were cold and expressionless. Hinata often found herself wondering how he could be so expressionless all the time. She quickly darted her eyes to the ground as he walked by not even looking their way.

“Neji right? Do you not think it rude to walk by a lot of people and not say a word? You know, good afternoon? How are you? Good day? Didn't your village ever teach you manners?” Kilik asked with a smirk.

“Uh…Kilik…I don't…think you should…” Hinata started but was cut off.

“What? He doesn't scare me. He walked right by you…you of all people and didn't even acknowledge your existence. Just who the hell is he supposed to be?!”

“What I do is none of your business,” Neji said coldly. “And if I were you, I'd think twice before coming at me that way again.” He continued to walk on past them but Kilik did not let it go.

“I guess everyone's supposed to get out of the way for the great Neji huh? Well, not me. You jumped down my throat the first time you met me about being rude. I figure a genius like you would know that you should practice what you preach if you're going to be handing out advice.”

Neji stopped in his tracks but did not turn around. He was furious but no one could sense it except Hinata. She could feel his Byakugan burning and she wanted to make Kilik stop but she was too afraid.

“Well? Aren't you going to say something?” Kilik asked smirking.

“I would keep my huge trap shut if I were you.” Hinata looked up from the ground and saw Sasuke standing a few feet away.

“And who the hell are you?” Kilik asked frowning.

“My name is not important. I see you're from the Rain Village. I hope everyone there isn't as stupid as you are.”

“What? Are you implying…?”

“I'm not implying anything. I'm telling you that you're an idiot. You remind me of someone but at least he can back up all his big talk,” Sasuke replied with a smirk.

“Oh Sasuke! You're so cool!” Sakura shouted.

“Sasuke? You wouldn't happen to be the great Sasuke Uchiha would you?”

“And what if I am?”

“Oh…nothing. Just asked. Anyway, I have no problem with you but I do have a problem with someone who preaches to me about being a certain way but can't even take his own advice.” He was staring coldly at Neji.

“Well, I'm sorry that Neji may have rubbed you the wrong way but I'm telling you it…”

“Are you afraid of him too?” Kilik asked.

“Of course not! Sasuke isn't afraid of anybody!” Ino yelled.

“I see…Well, I don't care. I think he should apologize to me and the Lady Hinata for being so rude.” Neji turned and stared at both Hinata and Kilik. Hinata's face turned red and she looked as though she were about to cry.

“Hinata, because I am in a good mood and you are my cousin, I will acknowledge your existence. I bid you a good day.” He turned and started to walk off but Kilik loudly cleared his throat.

“Aren't you forgetting something?” he asked.

“Why don't you make me?” Neji replied softly.

It all happened so fast that Hinata wasn't even sure that anything did happen. Kilik ran at Neji with his kunai but just as quickly Neji met him and blocked the attack with his own kunai. A second later, Rock Lee and Shino grabbed Neji's arms and held them while Sasuke stood in front of them.

“Move out of the way!” Neji yelled while Kilik stood back smirking.

“It's best you let them hold you. I'd hate to finish you off in front of your beautiful cousin.”

“That's enough!” Sasuke yelled. “Kilik, I do believe that you've worn out your welcome for the day. Go home and get your attitude in check. You're seriously messing with the wrong guy. Neji could have killed you.”

“I wasn't going to kill him Sasuke. He wasn't worth the blood. I was just going to make him go into cardiac arrest then make sure he wouldn't be able to woo the women for quite a while,” he answered teasingly.

“Fine I'll go but I may come back tomorrow. I've grown quite fond of the Lady Hinata.” Kilik turned to Hinata and kissed her hand. “You take care sweets. I'll be back to visit you soon before our trip back to my village. Make sure you keep your bloody cousin in check,” he said with a wink. Kilik ran off at top speed up the road before exiting the gate of the village.

“You guys can let me go now.”

They released Neji and went on about their business. Neji just stood there gathering his composure. He couldn't believe that he let that little idiot get to him. He chanced a sidelong glance at his cousin. She was sitting there staring at the ground and she was crying. Immediately Neji felt sorry for her. He had ruined her date with Mr. Perfect and even though he didn't like the guy, Hinata did seem to have enjoyed his company. He made her feel special and wanted; something he hasn't done in years. Neji swallowed his pride and sat down on the bench next to Hinata. She looked at him but briefly. He made her nervous and he could tell by the way she was slightly trembling.

“Hinata, as you know, normally I wouldn't apologize for such antics but even I know when I'm wrong. I am…if I…” Neji sighed and looked at the sky. This was harder than he thought it was going to be. Hinata must have picked up on his hesitation for she shook her head reassuringly, even though she was scared to death.

“You…don't…need to…He had it…coming I guess,” she said in barely a whisper.

Neji turned and looked at her quite surprised by what she had said. She did not look at him anymore but that was ok with him. He was happy that she was able to speak her mind without falling to pieces. He was also thrilled that she had taken his side despite the way he had been treating her on a daily basis. He stood up and started walking off.

“We will leave tomorrow for your trip Lady Hinata. I suggest you get plenty of rest. I will be standing outside the dojo at first light.”