Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ PERSUASION ❯ LESSON 1 ( Chapter 2 )

A/N: I'm so sorry for the long delay but with the finals coming up, I was absolutely busy with assignments and reports to finish. Plus, I would really like to thank those who reviewed this ficcie of mine. I was rather surprised at the response that I received, as this story was originally something that I did just on a whim. You guys are the best (throwing hugs and kisses). Just to let you guys know…SASUHINA ROCKS…tee hee.

 

So, now I present to you the second chapter of PERSUASION! Enjoy.

 

 

CHAPTER 2: LESSON 1

 

- Sasuke's Apartment-

 

“Mmm…so bright.” Hinata mumbled sleepily as she draped an arm over her eyes to block the blinding sunlight from her sight. Hinata rolled over onto her side and hugged a pillow close to her, burying her face in the fluffy pillow. Boy, it sure was one weird dream I had last night. First, Tsunade- sama asks me to get laid and then there I was sleeping with Sasuke…in his house…on his bed! Geez, I must have worked myself out too much last night. Sighing into the pillow, Hinata clutched it closer to her and a familiar scent wafted to her nose.

 

Hinata suddenly widened her eyes.

 

This smell! It-it can't be…

 

The smell of fire and wood.

 

Shooting up from the bed, Hinata immediately took in her surroundings. Her frown deepened as she registered differences in the furnishings and getting up from the bed, Hinata padded towards a door. Peeking her head out of the door, Hinata looked into what seemed like a living room.

 

That couch…

 

No one was there. Could it be that her father had done some renovations while she was away? But thing was, Hinata only worked at the hospital. She never was away long enough to have such drastic renovations done. Puzzled Hinata walked into a small corner. It was a kitchen and somebody apparently had just used it. Hinata frowned more. Could there be an intruder in her house?

 

Maybe I'm just hallucinating. I must be really tired to be imagining all this.

 

Turning back to walk back to the bedroom until she collided into something solid…and wet. Looking up to see the object that was suddenly in her way, Hinata got the shock of her life.

 

“ Eek!!” Hinata jumped away frightfully.

 

Right in front of her was Konoha's number one heartthrob, all naked except for a little white towel wrapped around his waist. His hair and body was still rather wet from his recent shower and on his handsome face was a deep scowl.

 

Hinata watched the young man in shock and had unconsciously put a palm over her heart. Her heart was beating so rapidly, she felt like it would burst any moment. Hinata could feel her face practically burning at the sight of a near naked man in front of her yet she could not bring her eyes to look elsewhere.

 

Am I still dreaming? I guess Naruto was right. I am overworking myself. I'm even starting to see things. Or people.

 

All that time Hinata had been spacing out, Sasuke simply stood in front of her with his arms crossed and eyes frowning. Waiting patiently for Hinata to say something, he found the task of being chivalrous rather annoying.

 

“If you're done dreaming or whatever you are doing, can I please have this room to myself so that I can get decent.” Sasuke said dangerously quiet.

 

Great! Now I'm hearing voices too. Wait a minute…that's not my imagination. That's really Sasuke talking. To me!

 

Hinata regained her mental consciousness just in the knick of time because Sasuke was obvious still exasperated with her.

 

“Of course unless you would like to see me get dressed, I would gladly model for you.” by the time he finished that sentence, his hands were already about to untie the towel around his waist.

 

Realizing what Sasuke was about to do…and in front of her…Hinata squeaked and ran out of the room.

 

“Chicken…” Sasuke said under his breath as he walked towards his closet to select his training attire for the day. Looking at his clothes, Sasuke quickly decided to settle for his usual navy shirt and white shorts. It wasn't stylish but definitely practical. And to Sasuke practicality was all that counts.

 

All dressed up, Sasuke walked out of his bedroom towards lounge and as he quickly scanned the room, he found Hinata seated on the couch.

 

“Hey,” said Sasuke quietly as to not startle the other girl.

 

However, Hinata being her usual jumpy self, gasped at hearing his voice in the same room as hers. Not even turning to face him, Hinata sat with her head down turned towards the floor to hide her blush and her fingers twiddling in vain attempts to conceal her nervousness.

 

“G- good mo-morning, Sasuke- san.” came the sad excuse of a greeting for the shy kunoichi.

 

Sasuke noticed her unease and muttered under his breath about troublesome shy girls. Man, I'm even starting to sound like that lazy bum Nara.

 

Deciding to let things go, Sasuke head straight for the kitchen to prepare breakfast for both of them. It was still very early and knowing Hinata's work schedule and his training schedule, they would have to start the day soon. Being the ever so health conscious shinobi, Sasuke believed in a hearty but nutritious breakfast everyday and today was definitely no exception. Preparing four sunny side eggs, two for each of them, sausages and a can of baked beans to go with, Sasuke started to prepare the dining table which was placed between the small but complete kitchen and the living room.

 

All the while as Sasuke worked on getting breakfast ready, Hinata remained rooted on the couch, occasionally peeking to see what Sasuke was doing. She tried to be careful as to not be caught by Sasuke for peeping on him but the harder she tried, the more she gave herself away.

 

Sasuke had definitely noticed her `small glances' but decided to let it go unheeded. Sasuke was mentally cursing his luck away. Here he was, stuck with a shy girl who was too tongue tied to even give a decent `good morning'. He could handle loud girls like Sakura and Ino way better than this girl. His mind kept saying how annoying the white-eyed girl was in a different way compared to the rest of the female population in Konoha. As his mind went on cursing himself, Sasuke went on preparing breakfast. After a stretched silence, Sasuke decided to break the ice, not like there was any to start with anyway.

 

“You might want freshen up.”

 

“Eh! “ Hinata's was apparently surprised at the sudden communication.

 

Sighing, Sasuke repeated what he had said, “I said…you might want to freshen up. You know bathe, brush your teeth or whatever you people usually do in the morning.”

 

Hinata finally registered what Sasuke was saying and upon realization that she had indeed not bathed yet, Hinata quickly sprang up from the cushion. My gods, he must be thinking that I am some slob or something. Hinata blushed in humiliation and bowed to Sasuke.

 

“A- ano…if you don't mind, I'll g-go and f- freshen up.” Hinata said a bit to quiet for Sasuke.

 

Sasuke had not turned therefore still had his back to her. “ There's a new toothbrush in the medicine cabinet and clean towel on the rack.”

 

Hinata nodded and bowed once more before walking out of the living room and into the bedroom towards the adjoining bathroom. Finding the new toothbrush she needed and a clean fluffy towel, Hinata shut the door and stripped down to then sink her self in the warm tub of water. Closing her eyes, Hinata smiled. Sasuke san has a fruity scented bubble bath and rubber duckie. How cute.

 

Back in the kitchen, Sasuke had suddenly sneezed as he was heating the can of baked beans in the pan. Must be the chill from the living room. I must get another heater.

 

Hinata came walking into the living room a couple of minutes later and sat at the dining table where Sasuke was apparently waiting for her. Together, they ate the breakfast and gulped mugs of tea in comfortable silence. After helping Sasuke wash the dishes, which Hinata had to practically beg to do, the two of them got ready to get on with their daily life. Hinata with her work at the hospital and Sasuke with his training with his teammates.

 

The streets were still quiet as most people were probably still in their comfy bed dreaming away. Walking side by side down the deserted lane, Sasuke let their mind wonder on the day's going- to- be- events. Stopping at a junction, Hinata bowed to the taller Uchiha.

 

“Don't forget. Eight tonight, my place.” Sasuke reminded the Hyuuga.

 

Hinata nodded and bowed once more before biding him a good day and heading for the hospital. Sasuke grunted in response before taking the other lane towards his usual meeting spot.

 

Doesn't she get a backache from all that bowing?

 

 

 

- The Training Ground-

 

“Sasuket eme!”

 

No insult.

 

“SASUKE TEME!!!” shouted Naruto once more.

 

Sasuke woke up from his momentary trance just in time to avoid a flying kunai. Landing safely at the far edge of the field, Sasuke counteract Naruto's attack with five shurikens, which all missed its target; Naruto.

 

Seeing Naruto easily dodge the flying star- shaped weapons, Sasuke cursed under his breath.

 

Kakashi who had been watching the whole training from a safe and secret distance decided to appear between the two boys.

 

“Take five. I see that you both are not in the right frame of mind to practice.” With that, Kakashi walked off with a hand in his pocket and another holding his beloved `Icha Icha Paradise'. Passing Sasuke, Kakashi spoke once again, “Especially you.”

 

Sasuke took the comment with another curse that only he had heard. Man, he was well aware that he was slacking off that day, but to be told be another person was too much.

 

Then, Naruto had to come running and stand in front of him. Hands on his hips, the 18 year old blonde shinobi gave his friend a speculative stare. Head cocked on one side, Naruto said, “What's up with you today? You seem… off.”

 

That comment was the last straw for Sasuke. First, his sensei had to stop their training session because he, the Uchiha prodigy, was apparently was off focus and now the dobe had to come and open that big mouth of his.

 

“It was your throwing technique. They still suck.” Sasuke immediately got defensive with his blonde sparring partner.

 

“Nah. My techniques were fine. It was your technique that sucked today. It sucked big time.” boasted Naruto with both arms folded in front of his chest. Then grinning, Naruto provoked Sasuke further, “ Maybe you are getting rusty.”

 

Sasuke gave Naruto a chilling glare and simply turned away with his hands both tucked in the pockets of his shorts. Thinking that getting away from Naruto was better for his nerves, his hands however itched to give the blonde shinobi a bashing that he would never forget. Trying very hard to get his piece of mind back, he had to mentally cringe at an annoying sound from across the training ground.

 

“Ne, Sasuke! Where are you going? Aren't you going to lunch?” Naruto shouted at the top of his lungs at the distant Sasuke.

 

Just as Sasuke was about to refuse the offer, his stomach growled. Sasuke mentally growled as well.

 

Hmph, so much for wanting to get away for a while.

 

As much as he hated spending time with the loudmouth, he had to admit that he was hungry. Starving in fact. All the training had taken his energy.

 

Naruto who had seen Sasuke suddenly stop in his tracks took it as a sign to drag the Uchiha to their usual eating shack. Ichiraku Ramen.

 

 

- Ichiraku Ramen-

 

“Sakura- chan! Hinata- chan! What a surprise.” Naruto shouted in joy.

 

“Naruto! I thought that you were supposed to still be practicing?” the pink haired girl asked her loud teammate.

 

“Kakashi sensei decided that we needed a break. Sasuke was not paying much attention.” shrugged Naruto as he took the vacant seat on Sakura's left and immediately ordered for a beef ramen.

 

“ I was not.” came the irritated reply from behind them.

 

“Yeah! Yeah! You're just giving me a chance, bla bla bla…really Sasuke, don't be such a sore loser.” Said Naruto flailing his hands dramatically to prove his point.

 

A hard knock landed on Naruto's head. “Don't you speak of Sasuke- kun like that, baka.”

 

Naruto whimpered as he rubbed his sore head. “Sakura- chan…”

 

Sasuke decided to ignore the blockhead and pink haired girl and try to have a peaceful lunch for once. Glancing on Sakura's right, Sasuke spotted the quiet Hyuuga eating her ramen. It seemed that she too didn't want to have anything to do with the small commotion going on between her friend and ex- crush. Sasuke smirked and went to take the seat beside the white-eyed girl.

 

Hinata who had realized Sasuke's presence the moment he stepped into the small stall did nothing to acknowledge him. Even when the Uchiha heir took the empty seat beside her, she merely slightly bowled as greeting and carried on with her lunch quietly.

 

Not long after that, a waitress approached the Uchiha to take his order.

 

“Miso.” was his short reply. With the waitress gone, Sasuke was once again silent as well as his companion beside him.

 

Silence stretched between the Uchiha and the Hyuuga. Hinata tried to hide her blush but to no avail. Her hands moved mechanically, feeding ramen into her mouth as her eyes wondered everywhere except for the raven haired male beside her.

 

Sasuke had obviously noticed her discomfort at being so close to him and smirked. Deciding to tease her further, Sasuke leaned closer to her until he was barely a hair strand away. Noticing the Hyuuga heiress' deep blush and erratic heartbeat, Sasuke leaned further until his lips were a breath away from her ears. Snaking an arm around her waist, Sasuke brought her lithe body closer to his.

 

Hinata practically froze and blushed furiously at the extremely close contact between her and the male shinobi.

 

Smiling against her ear, Sasuke rasped huskily, “ Why are you so tensed up?” blowing lightly into her ear, “We've been closer than this before.”

 

If it were possible to die from such heat, Hinata would have certainly been in heaven by now from the heat that her body was feeling. Sasuke's strong hand on her hips and his lips breathing near her ear were sending tingling sensations down her spine. Not to mention that his husky voice was slowly turning her into a puddle of goo. Avoiding his gaze, Hinata bent her flushing face and fiddled her fingers with the zipper of her sweater.

 

“Ano…S- Sasuke-san…” stuttered the young Hyuuga.

 

“Kun…” interrupted Sasuke, whispering into her ear, hands already climbing up her back.

 

“ Eh?” asked Hinata quizzically.

 

Sasuke turned her face towards his until they were barely an inch away. “It's Sasuke- kun for you. Not Sasuke- san.”

 

Hinata blushed further and her lips were slightly parted in astonishment. Why is Sasuke romanticizing her like this? In the public no less.

 

Sasuke merely smirked at the sight of the wide-eyed blushing girl in his embrace. Swiftly swooping to encompass her tempting lips with his, Sasuke smiled at the feel of her body stiffening. His eyes directly challenged her to fight him as his lips enticed hers into submission.

 

Hinata froze in his arms. Her eyes widen at his sudden action not to mention the sensuous caressing of his tongue against her lower lip. Her hands no longer fiddled with her zipper. They were now placed on the chest wanting to push him away but instead, they fisted his shirt as if holding onto him for support. Slowly against her mind's will, her lips gave in to his coaxing and let him enter her awaiting mouth. Her eyes drifted to a shut to feel the warm sensations of his lips against hers.

 

Sasuke smirked at the sight of the submissive girl in his arms. It kind of puzzled him as to why he was teasing her to this extent. Normally, he would just push away any girl who dared to get in close proximity with him, including Sakura, his teammate. Yet with this girl, he would try to get as close as he could at any chance regardless of his mental scowling at him. It was purely reflexive when he was with this slip of a girl. Realizing her total submission to his ministrations, Sasuke deepened the kiss. He let his tongue collide with hers as he pushed her body closer to his.

 

Hinata's grasps on his shirt instinctively tightened when he delved his tongue into her warm mouth. And without her realizing it, she had let out a small moan as she slowly responded to his kisses.

 

Guess the moan wasn't really small after all.

 

“Woahh!!! Sasuke isn't gay after all!” shouted an exited Naruto.

 

That instantly made Hinata's eyes snap open and Sasuke to release his hold around her. Cursing under his breath, Sasuke returned to his seat. His eagerness to originally tease the timid girl had eventually made him forget about the other two people in the small stall. Running a hand through his hair, Sasuke tried to clear his head from the heady effect of having kissed the Hyuuga.

 

Hinata who had suddenly found the ramen bowl fascinating remained as still as a statue hoping that this was all just a dream. A dream that was too hot to even deem as proper. Hinata blushed further when she realized just how wanton she had been in Sasuke's arms just now. Great, now he must think that I am some perverted fangirl of his.

 

From Hinata's left side, she could vaguely hear Naruto's excited rant over the small scene. She could also hear Sasuke hissing, a sign that he was royally pissed. And a pissed off Sasuke was never a good sign.

 

By then Naruto had already waltzed from his seat right to Sasuke. Slinging an arm around Sasuke's shoulder, “ My, my Sasuke. That was awesome. And to think that all this while I thought that you were gay!”

 

If it wasn't Naruto's exuberant outburst, it must have been the blonde's wiggling eyebrows that finally had Sasuke riled up.

 

“Naruto.” Growled Sasuke as he threw off the arm slung around his shoulder. Reaching for some notes in his pocket, Sasuke paid for his ramen. And Hinata's. Standing up, Sasuke walked out of the small ramen totally pissed off. But not without tugging Hinata along. That action too was rather reflexive.

 

Hinata who was too dumbfounded with the whole thing; the kiss, the embrace and Sasuke paying for her ramen, simply let herself be tugged out of the suddenly noisy stall. Naruto who was too happy with the whole kissing scene was practically dancing around singing some stupid song about Sasuke and Hinata sitting on a tree and kissing.

 

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Naruto was getting ready to go and find his masked sensei to inform the jounin of his `latest finding', mainly about Sasuke kissing a girl. Having paid for his six bowls of ramen, Naruto nudged Sakura signaling that he was ready to go. But she simply sat still. Naruto nudged her again and at her lack of respond, or yelling, decided to take a peek at what was keeping her. His eyes widened and he furiously shook her.

 

“SAKURA- CHAN!!!”

 

All his efforts were futile. Sakura was then a cracked granite statue in her seat.

 

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Somewhere on the streets of Konoha, a pair of boy and girl could be seen walking, or more like the boy was ready to run while the girl was practically dragged by the hand to wherever they were heading.

 

“A-ano, Sasuke- san….”

 

“What!” grounded a frustrated Uchiha. Swiftly spinning around to face the girl, Sasuke had an obvious scowl plastered on his features.

 

Hinata flinched slightly at the scowl that Sasuke sent her, but answered nonetheless, “A- ano…I- I need to return to the hospital.”

 

“Then, what's keeping you.” Sasuke admonished the timid girl.

 

Hinata's eye widened. Sasuke frowned more at Hinata's look of astonishment.

 

“A- ano. You're…m- my hand…” Hinata flustered as she tried to explain about her hand that Sasuke was still clasping tightly.

 

Sasuke frowned as he tried to understand what Hinata was talking about and as he felt a hand…a very soft hand… squirm in his grip, only then did realization dawn on him. Immediately letting Hinata's hand go, Sasuke turned around to hide the slowly obvious blush tainting his pale cheeks. Hinata simply stood rooted in her spot, twiddling her fingers as she tried hard to lessen the heat in her face.

 

It was quite some time before anything was said between the two teens.

 

Sighing, Sasuke turned around to face the still blushing Hyuuga. Running a hand trough his messy ebony locks, Sasuke said to Hinata, “ Looks like that incident at Ichiraku's just now has taken care of Lesson 1.”

 

Hinata cocked her head to the side in confusion giving the Uchiha an extremely cute image. “Lesson 1?”

 

“Yeah. Lesson 1. Kissing and responding.” Sasuke bore his onyx eyes into her ivory pair, “ And by the looks of it, you certainly don't have a problem responding to it.”

 

Sasuke simply smirked at Hinata's apparent embarrassment at the reminder of their passionate exchange in the ramen stall. And in front of Naruto and Sakura nonetheless.

 

Looking at his watch, Sasuke had realized just how late he was for his afternoon training. Addressing Hinata once more, “ Hinata, I'm already late for training so we'll continue this at my place tonight. Don't be late.”

 

Hinata who had also realized how late she too was for her second shift at the hospital, quickly nodded without thinking and sprinted of towards the hospital. In her rush to get to back to work on time, Hinata had for once forgot to bow before taking leave. That and also due to the fact that her head was a bit muddled up from the sequence of events that day.

 

Sasuke also turned into the opposite direction, which leads straight to the training grounds. Jumping from roof to roof, Sasuke was apparently deep in thoughts.

 

Well, that settles lesson 1. Now, to commence with our second lesson. Oh, Hinata. You're really gonna love this.

 

TBC

 

Author's note:

 

Well, that's the second chapter. I know that it is rather crappy considering that my head too is as muddled up as Hinata's right now. I had to struggle to finish editing this chapter and I really pushed myself so that I can present it all to you guys. Believe me, I know just how pissing it is to have ficcies on hiatus, especially when you're really into it.