Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ Another day, Another memory ❯ Dive to Dream Sea ( Chapter 6 )

Disclaimer: Naruto is not mine… like always. Other characters (or titles and even lines) from other series you just might recognize are still not mine. Thank you for reading this very short disclaimer. Please read on for further details…

Umm… let's see… first, I'll clarify things again. This is an AU(Alternate Universe) Fic. Just so you know these sorts of fics only use the character's name. In short, they only make use of their names… and probably how they look like. Characters you know in Naruto, may be or may not be in the Naruto-verse. For example, Naruto becoming some "intelligent" kid, or the kyuubi becoming infused to Sasuke instead of Naruto.

I kind of try to not make characters seem too OOC(out of character), but I really tend to illuminate Naruto in some kind of mysterious holy light. Yeah, he's my favorite character… I just can't get his… essence the way others do, which is sort of sad.

Anyway, forget about my ramblings. Here is how the poll going:

Gaara: 2

Hinata: 9

Neji: 7

Sasuke: 15

Kakashi: 5

Itachi: 4

Shino: 1

Kiba: 1

Shikamaru: 1

Haku: 1

Ah!! Sasuke is winning by a breeze!! Good for you SasuNaru fans out there… but for those who `DON'T LIKE' to have that, they'd just have to vote for their couple. Don't worry; the ending is pretty far away. I might make alternate endings from all the feedback I get. Thanks again to all the reviewers. I know my writing is crappy, but yeah, thanks for reviewing.

On to the fic:

Chapter 6 : Dive to Dream Sea

"You are… cute"

Everyone's faces fell down. Neji has just made his move. Hinata ran away to the lodge, her tears welling up. She was probably going to lock herself up and keep crying on her pillow until her eyes got red and puffy. Why did she even hope for it? Did she really think that Naruto would give her back the affections she gave her? Maybe it was just her deluded fantasy that Naruto had become close to her. Naruto was a she after all.

The others however, who are still at the same position as they were, except for Neji, who had started walking away, obviously leading the way to the house, and Ino, whose grip amazingly decreased, didn't even notice the pale girl escaping to the lodges. They were too focused at what happened.

As Neji walked away, he felt as if a great burden had been lifted from him. He felt so relieved that he wanted to swim all the oceans in the world. He had probably fallen for her. If that was true, then he knew his job would be a lot easier.

Everyone was silent, even Naruto, who almost never kept quiet. Sasuke was scheming though, besides, Ino's grip which had become loose, actually made him feel better. Sasuke thought about lots of stuff like about Neji's move and how his arm just hung limp at his side. Yes, he thought and schemed, but right now, only idea was ringing over and over in his head…

`The game has just begun.'

Sasuke knew of a million ways to checkmate Neji. And right at this very moment he knew of the perfect one. Taking Ino's loose grip for granted, he slipped away and turned to face Naruto, holding her hand with the most gentle yet skin piercing touch. There was eye contact, and this meant a chance. He was precise at his timing and he had quite a lot of education on how to get a girl's heart.

"Saa, let's go…" He smiled his best smile, and even though most girls would melt and probably fill the world with their shoujo bubbles, Naruto was definitely different. Ino saw all of this and she she flushed at how Sasuke did things, specially his smile. But why'd he smile to Naruto like that? Ino will have to report to Sakura about the matter.

As Sasuke tried to get her to come with him, his attempts failed. Naruto grappled him and threw him high, plunging him to the deepest parts of the sea with a huge splash. Most of them were woken up by this, even Neji, who was quite far away, stopped and looked at the chaos that was ensuing.

They were finally back to normal. Shino, Chouji, Shikamaru and Kiba tried to restrict Naruto's movements as she was about to dive into the sea and get Sasuke who was currently immobile and had X's for eyes. Ino was quite a good swimmer, and she was pleased she was, for this time was her chance at Sasuke.

To Neji's surprise, Naruto was dragging her `restraints'. For a while there, Neji was actually happy that they came along. Ino had finally climbed back to shore with the unconscious Sasuke. Yes he was still unconscious and that meant more chance for Ino.

`Sasuke-kun, I'm going to steal your lips right now!' She said as she puckered up, preparing to use CPR on him. Naruto, who had gotten near Sasuke in her rage, sped up and planned to raid him with lethal blows. Kiba however, grabbed one of Naruto's legs, and successfully tripped her. Kiba didn't think about their distance to Sasuke however…

It was inevitable. Naruto had broken free from her restraints, only to find herself falling… and meeting Sasuke face to face. Ino was bashed away from her position and was replaced by Naruto. With a muffled scream from Naruto's mouth, Sasuke was boosted with air and his heart beated once again. But that was bad, since he shot up only to deepen his little encounter with his `rival'.

Again, another shocking event; life with Naruto sure isn't boring huh? Anyway, this time, Naruto didn't keep quiet though. She beat the living crap out of Sasuke. For a while Sasuke saw a lot of her. `Kage bunshin no jutsu?' he thought as he passed out again, next to the Ino who had swirly eyes. Yes, Naruto was one powerful gal…

Naruto just gargled some water from the sea and spat it out like it was mud from some unknown rain ninja. Kiba was just sad and angry, like he was most of the time. Chouji and Shino, who seemed to be more capable than Shikamaru who looked like he wasn't eating right, carried Sasuke and Ino. Neji, who was a little bit flustered, continued to lead the way. Naruto followed along to the lodge, all that excitement got her hungry.

"Sasuke-kun!!" Sakura exclaimed as she saw the unconscious Sasuke sprawled at Choiji's back. Neji explained everything and Naruto, who had a big crush on Sakura, was embarrassed. She was the one who did this to them, even though it was almost through instinct. Thank god Neji didn't mention anything about their kiss. On the way back to the lodge, Naruto had forgotten everything after her little berserk mode, even Neji's small remark. Neji and the ones who were conscious, decided not to tell her all the facts.

Neji's horde of maids appeared and took Sasuke and Ino away. Sakura followed after them, leaving the crestfallen Naruto. Kakashi suddenly appeared. He was wearing white clothing and even a chef's hat. And Chouji, who's nose was super sensitive to food, just wanted to bite him then and there.

"You huy's are just hungry…" Kakashi said, welcoming Naruto and gang to the dining room. As soon as he saw the food, Chouji went and quickly stuffed everything he could in his mouth.

They all ate and fulfilled their stomachs' wishes. The dishes were great and had a professional touch to it. Sasuke and Ino, who were both knocked out, had their food delivered by the maids.

"The food is excellent" said Neji. Their old cook suddenly had a grave fever out of eating some weird orange gooey mushroom. Their part time cook must be really great. He thought that his dad must be a genius at picking these part time workers.

A little while after serving the dessert, Kakashi came out from what was supposed to be the kitchen, wearing what he did earlier. "Yo! Kaka-sensei!! The food's delicious!!" Naruto said as she ate spoonfuls of her XXXL miso ramen flavored sundae.

"Of course it does, I made it!" Kakashi said, a smile plastered on his face.

Naruto choked at her spoon. Yes, it fit her mouth and was now slowly killing her. Kiba, who was sitting beside her, fiercely patted her back, making her spit out the spoon at Shino's direction. Shino, seated directly in front of her, managed to catch it, but failed to make it stop due to all the miso ramen flavored ice cream covering it. It slid his way, inching and inching, until finally it didn't reach.

"Sigh" everyone said as the spoon nearly hit his face. Putting the slimy spoon on the table, Shino resumed eating his `double bug delight', a concoction consisting of gummy insects on top of his favorite vanilla ice cream.

"CRACK"

His sunglasses snapped; right at the middle of the bridge at that. He got too shocked to move. The 2 pieces of black glass fell, revealing Shino's amethyst wine eyes for the very first time.

His eyes were finally open to the public but it didn't last for more than a second, because as his broken visor made contact with the ground, he also did soon after. Another shocking downfall. Naruto, who was the one who threw or spat the spoon at him, quickly went to his side to assist. Maids rushed in and carried his lifeless and non-sunglassed body away.

Neji felt utter pity. They, Sasuke, Ino and now Shino, came here for nothing. `They'll be going home tomorrow after all…' or so he thought.

"Sensei!!" Naruto exclaimed in fury. She was just thinking that Naruto was playing a joke at that whole chef attire thing, but now he said he made those foods. The sort of food you can eat at 5-star hotels. She didn't even believe the pilot incident that Kakashi had. She just said to herself that there was just some sort of computer program installed to navigate.

"What? I really made it! How would anyone know that your favorite was miso ramen!? Well actually, anyone could since you eat it all the time…" Neji caught up to this, `Miso ramen huh?'

Kakashi had a point and Naruto finally believed that he was the one who cooked it. Chouji was still eating his `Chocolate pork mountain'. Shikamaru was just confused and Neji was planning dastardly ways on getting Naruto. None of the boys really cared about Kakashi. They don't even know him. Kiba though was slightly uneasy. He had to admit that he didn't take care of Akamaru today. He felt guilty so he excused himself and went to his room where his little tamagotchi was waiting to be fed.

Everyone was restless, so they all decided to go on separate paths. Naruto went about, exploring the forested areas of the island. Kakashi was probably at the rooftop, reading his `Icha Icha Paradise Summer Omake #3'. Shikamaru had once again challenged Chouji to a go game. Kiba stayed locked in his room doing all sorts of stuff with his loyal pet. Ino and Sasuke were tended to by Sakura and the maids were eating.

It was around 5pm when Naruto came back. Everybody was having their siesta. Sakura had fallen asleep watching Sasuke and Ino. Chouji fell asleep on Neji's goban and Shikamaru was sleeping on the fields. Kiba, still remained locked in his room. Neji and Kakashi however, stayed awake as they prepared something for Naruto.

Neji heard Naruto closing her door. He slid a note underneath and went away to `change'. Naruto quickly notice the piece of paper. It said,

Dear Naruto,

You might be busy, but please come to the docks later. Kakashi-san will take you so you don't need to worry if you don't know where it is. Also please change to your swim wear.

Neji

"KNOCK KNOCK… Naru-kun, let's go…"

It was Kakashi. Naruto quickly changed to her newly bought outfit; a white 2 piece with an orange cloth wrapped around her waist. She opened the door and Kakashi almost stumbled at the sight. The tomboyish Naruto he knew had a totally different image. Maybe he was reading too much of that perverted book. Strange things entered his head, but he shook it off. What did he know, maybe if he looked at Sakura now she'd have the beauty of some goddess.

They proceeded to the docks, Kakashi, having a slightly pink face. `The heat must sure be bad in all that clothing he has…' Naruto thought. He was now wearing some sort of captain's clothing. He even had a corsair on. `Maybe he's cosplaying again…'

They arrived, and Neji, who was wearing a pair of white swimming shorts, was waiting near a huge white yacht. Neji's white eyes came to a shade of red as the sun was setting. He went closer to her and Kakashi went directly to the boat. `What's he gonna do now?' Naruto thought, more concerned about Kakashi than with Neji who seemed to be descending from the heavens due to the sun behind him.

Neji stopped right before her, making Naruto lose her focus on Kakashi. It was an awkward moment, when time seemed still with both of their eyes interlocked. Naruto was getting caught at his white orbs. They were just so unusual and a little bit weird. She knew Hinata had the same eyes, but never had she been absorbed to it as she has with the guy in front of her. But as they got caught in the moment, Neji said something that made Naruto land back to earth…

"Hop on…"

Cliffie

I know, bad chapter(what's with all the whites… I dunno)… anyway, I really had difficulty writing this one. I think I will for the other chapters as well. Never mind though, I'll post till this thing ends.

Sorry for making the characters so OOC… and the last line was crappy^^

Thanks again for reviewing!!