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Summer Love
Chapter 5, Rain, embarrassment and major workouts

“Neeeeejjjiiiiiiii” I turned my head away from the window, pouting at the lavender-eyed boy. He looked up from his book, looking puzzled at why his name had been called.

“Yes?”

“It’s summer”

“Well done”

“And it’s raining”

“Congratulations, you’ve just won first prize in ‘the most obvious thing to say’ contest, how do you feel?”

“Pissed off” He chuckled, marking the page of his book and resting it on his lap. Leaning back into his chair, he kept his eyes on me.

“Why did it have to rain?”

“Well, June is the likeliest month for it to rain in Ja-“

“Don’t get all intellectual on me Hyuuga” I glared at him, his eyes were still on me, watching me…kinda creeping me out.

“Are we having a staring contest or am I of interest to you Hyuuga?” He smiled ever so slightly, putting his hands behind his head.

“I do have a first name you know”

“Does me calling you Hyuuga annoy you then?”

“A litt-“

“Hyuuga, hyuuga, hyuuuuuuugaaaaaaaaa, HyuuuuuuGGAAAAA, HYUU-“ Something soft hit my face, causing me to stop.

“Ow!”

“You deserved it” I pulled the cushion off my face, giving Neji a death glare in the process.

It had been a day since our tour of the outside and since then, the heavens had opened. Literally. It hadn’t stopped, not even for a second! Just rain, rain and…well, you get it.

It was great at first, just me and Hinata talking, watching TV, you know, what best friends do. But then, we ran out of things to do. As a result, that dreaded word had hit us. We were BORED!

Well, I was anyways; Hinata had gone for a shower, leaving me with Neji, who had been occupying himself with a book. He hadn’t stopped reading it since we got back yesterday. The book looked tattered, withered and old, like an artefact. It looked like if you touched it, it would dissolve in your very hands. The book, I guessed, didn’t contain adventure, mystery or excitement…but I shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.

Instead of throwing the pillow back like I would usually do, I just sighed and hugged it to my chest, gazing back out at the drenched terrain outside.

How I wanted to walk the gardens, to stroll around the magnificent grounds, free from four walls and boredom. Sighing again, I turned helplessly to Neji.

“I’m bored….” He just sat there smirking, amused by my plea. Jerk.

“Why don’t you read a book?”

“And be like you? No thanks” His eyebrows knitted together slightly, scowling at my crude remark.

“Charming aren’t you?”

“I try to be, just for you” I gave him one of my smirks. I can see why he likes them so much.

“I can tell…fine you win, what do you want to do?” Perching up, I thought of the different activities on offer.

“I want to do…something dangerous…”

“You’re going to cook?” Death glaring the Hyuuga, making a mental note to put some hot sauce in his soup later, I turned back to my thoughts.

There were so many things I wanted to do…and who knows how long I had here. I doubted I would have time for them all. Including that Hinata counted aswell, and that she hated rain and getting wet unnecessarily…it would have to be something indoors. Well, It had to be in the gym then!

Yesterday, when we saw all of the new gear that the gym provided, I’d been eager to try it out. However, having no time to stop for a workout, we had to keep moving. Now that we had the chance, I was almost dying to go. But, I’d only want to go if Hinata agreed to aswell. I mean, this activity did include her to.

As if by magic, Hinata stepped into the room. Her dark blue skinny jeans and light green baggy top said a lot for the weather. Her long, navy hair dripped from her recent shower and a gracious smell of lavender filled the room.

Smiling, I shuffled up to make a space for her on the black leather coach. Taking her place, we started to talk.

“Tenten-chan, guess who just called!”

“Eeerr…Santa?” I was never too good at guessing games…Hinata just laughed. I swore I heard Neji chuckle in the background.

“No silly, Sakura-chan!” I mentally slapped myself for being so stupid.

“Ofcourse, how is she? And Ino-chan to!”

“They’re great…I never did tell you what Sakura called about a few nights ago did I?” Thinking back…I couldn’t recall Hinata telling me such information.

“No…SPILL HINATA!” She smiled.

“Well, last time when Sakura called me, she told me about this cute guy who was next door to their hotel apartment” Figures, this was Sakura-chan we’re talking about. I swear she had a ‘Guy cute-o-meter’ lodged in her brain.

“Did she give a description?” Hinata nodded.

“She said she’d only seen a short glimpse of him as he was entering his apartment but she remembers him having very Smokey blue hair, apparently beautiful black eyes and a deep seductive voice” I sighed, typical, Sakura was always lucky with the guys.

“He sounds perfect for her. What’s the update?”

“Well, Ino and Sakura went to the swimming pool for the day yesterday but when they got to their apartment, they lost their keys so…”

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Yesterday night…The Luxury Palace Hotel.
Outside room 204…
(Sakura’s point of view)

“I can’t believe you lost the keys Ino-PIG!”

“Me?! YOU were in charge of the bag which had the keys in FOREHEAD!”

“But YOU had the bag for most of the day!”

“Because YOU left it lying around! I bet someone’s’ stolen it!”

“Ok, look, you go down to reception and tell someone about this, see what they can do. I’ll have another look ok?”

“Ok, I’ll be back in about 10 minutes, don’t go losing the bag again” As Ino made her way down the stairs, I crouched down to search for the keys once more.

It was getting late (we’d stopped at the bar for about an hour…or three) so we were both a little tired. Plus, it was getting colder by the minute and my jacket was on the other side of the locked door. I held back a shiver, as I looked deeper into the bag. Under my breath, I cursed the stupid keys. They were so small; it was no wonder that we’d lost them.

Then, silhouetted under the faded corridor light, an unfamiliar figure stretched out over me. I froze, not wanting to look up. Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder.

No Fricken Perv was gonna mess with me! Remembering my karate training in gym, I embraced for impact.

“Are yo-“ BAM! Right into the lower abdomen. Not surprising, I had got an A in karate. I bent the straight leg I had kicked the pervert and heaved myself to stand up. Turning to face him, I took my stance confidently. The man was clutching his stomach in pain, bent quite low. His dark Smokey hair covered his face so I couldn’t see what he looked like. I could’ve sworn I’d seen that type of hair before…nevertheless, I stood my ground.

“Who are you? What do you want?” He kept low as he coughed. He was really starting to piss me off.

“I’m calling the police!” As I went to grab the bag that lay on the floor, his hand clasped onto my arm.

He was really going to pay now. With I swing of my free hand, I slapped him across the face.

Hard.

He let go of my arm and raised his free hand to his face to mask the pain. Using the wall for support, he slid down soundly, coughing still. As I went to grab the bag again, a deep voice suddenly made me stop.

“W-wait! I’m not going to hurt you!” Eyes wide, I turned to look at the ‘attacker’. I gasped as I was met with a gorgeous coal eye (his hand covered the other where I had slapped him). Then…my mind went back to the other night…the azure hair, the raven eyes and the deep voice…

It was him! My cute neighbour…oh god what had I done?!

Gasping, I started to shake, not knowing what to do.

“I-I-I’m so s-sorry!” I raced to help him up, but he shook his head. Standing up on his own, an arm around his waist and a hand still covering his perfect face. I just stood there, not knowing what to do.

“I’m so sorry…I didn’t realise it was you…” He tilted his head.

“You know me?” I looked away.

“Well, no, but I recognise you from the other day…I saw you entering your apartment” Pointing to his door, like an idiot. He just nodded. I noticed his face looked sore.

“We should get an ice-pack for that” I was about to open my apartment door but remembered the key incident.

“Ah…”

“What’s wrong?” Turning to him, trying to look as apologetic as possible.

“Me and my roommate lost our room key…sorry, again” He reached into his pocket and pulled out his own room keys. Handing them to me, I tilted my head in confusion.

“There’s an ice-pack in my room. I would open the door but…” Yeah, I knew what he meant. Nodding, I pushed the key into the lock and twisted. When the lock detached, I put pressure on the door handle and it jolted open. Holding open the door for the injured man, I studied him curiously.

His white shirt gripped his chest just right and his black skinny jeans hugged his legs…well, perfectly.

Switching on the lights, I shut the door behind me.

The man was searching in the mini fridge for, I guessed, the ice pack. Not really watching his actions, I mentally noted his butt looked good in skinny jeans. I was so…busy with other things that I didn’t notice him look at me.

“Got a good view?” Blushing crimson, I looked away. He laughed, lifting the ice pack from the fridge and shutting the mini door behind him. “Atleast you match your hair now” He smiled as he removed his hand from his face to cover it with the ice pack.

He tried to do it quick but I still got a full view of the damage I’d done. I gasped in horror; the whole right side of his face was a deep red. He only smiled.

“I’ve had worse injuries. Where’d you learn to hit like that?” I blinked at him.

“K-Konaha High School, I studied Karate in gym”

“Figures, you got an A I suppose?” I nodded, smiling at his comforting words. He walked towards a cream fabric coach, exactly like the one in Ino’s room and mine.
Taking a seat, he left room for me. Gesturing for me to sit down in the seat he provided, I gingerly walked over to him. Sitting down, It didn’t help me relax.

I couldn’t forgive myself for hurting an innocent person. He obviously saw the hurt look in my eye.

“Look, don’t worry about this little thing, it’ll be gone by morning. I’m Sasuke, Uchiha Sasuke, and you are?” Reaching his free hand over to the space that parted us; he waited for my reply.

“Sakura, Haruno Sakura” I took his hand in a classic handshake. He then smirked, twisted my hand and kissed it. My blush reappeared with much force.

A smirk was still plastered his perfect face.

“A blush suits you Miss Haruno” My head felt light at his seductive voice. I probably would’ve fainted but a familiar voice interrupted my dream come true.

“SAKURA, I’M GONNA KILL YOU!” Drawing in breath, suddenly remembering the bag I’d left outside; I raced towards the door. Flinging it open, I found a dramatic Ino, holding two sets of keys. She turned to face me, drawing in an unusual amount of breath…this didn’t look pretty.

“The key was in the bag all along! You stupid Forehead! You made me walk all the way down to reception for-…wait, what are you doing In-“ Catching her breathe, I felt a presence behind me.

I had A LOT of explaining to do…

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(Back at the Summer house, normal POV)

“Sounds like Sakura, typical, she gets all the excitement!” Heaving a sigh, I watched the pouring rain dampen my heart. Hinata was smiling, as usual. Neji had gone back to his book…but he had been on the same page for the past 10 minutes, obviously listening in on the story.

Suddenly remembering the gym idea, I turned to Hinata in a blast of enthusiasm.

“Hey Hinata, fancy going to the gym? Let’s not waste today bored inside!” Grinning instantly, Hinata looked positive on the idea.

“Sounds great! I’ve been dying to try out the new equipment!” I flung into Hinata, giving her a friendly hug. We pulled apart smiling and laughing. Looking over to Neji, I was in for a shock.

He was smiling…a genuine smile.

Today was just full of surprises. Smirking, I decided to tell him the bad news.

“Neji-kun…” He sighed.

“I’m driving right?”

“Bingo”

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Walking out of the female changing room dressed in a green tank top, grey bottoms and black trainers that I usually wear for running I was so hyped for the gym session ahead.

Expecting Hinata to take a while to change, I took a seat on a near-by bench infront of the changing room doors.

Turning to look at the clock, it read 11 AM. We had enough time for a good workout before lunch, then we’d check out the new equipment. I couldn’t wait, especially for the climbing/absailing wall…yes, I know, impressive selection.

The sound of a door swinging open caught my attention. Expecting the female door to be open with Hinata walking out, I was, again, surprised.

There was Neji, standing with the tightest light blue tank top I’d ever seen (but like I minded…I did NOT just think that…) on, so it showed ALL his well toned muscles black baggy shorts to the knee, a towel in one hand and a water bottle in the other. His hair sculptured his flawless features as some of his shorter hairs lay into his face, making him look a tiny bit innocent.

He just smirked at me.

Turning away, trying to concentrate on something else, he walked towards me. Stopping right infront of me, his robust, visible eight pack teased me.

“I didn’t know you where joining us” I really didn’t, me and Hinata had left him In the car, not even realising that he’d followed us in.

“I wasn’t planning to, but I didn’t want to pass up the opportunity” I turned towards him, raising an eyebrow.

“What opportunity?”

“To see you out of breath for once” Almost snorting at his remark, I stood, walking towards the water fountain.

It was time to tease him.

Deliberately bending down, sticking out my bum, I took a swig of water. Taking a breath, I glimpsed over to the Hyuuga. He was watching. Well, not what I was doing…you get the idea. I smirked as I took another swig. Gulping that down, I wiped my mouth clean and turned back to the Hyuuga.

His eyes were purposely fixed on another object, I guessed, that he had only just turned to look at.

“Like the show?” I crossed my arms over my chest as I watched the Hyuuga almost squirm.

I was having way too much fun.

Right on cue, Hinata walked out, obvious to what had just happened. She too, was wearing a tank top and tracksuit bottoms, only this time, a baby pink top and black bottoms.

Hinata looked strangely at Neji. I wasn’t sure whether it was because he had the tiniest hint of a blush or the fact he was here at all. Guess I’d never know.

“You guys ready?” Nodding simultaneously, we made our way through the door. Towards our first try of the glorious new equipment.

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“P-pa-pas-past…” Giving up trying to order using my voice, I pointed to where pasta was written on the menu, like a child. The waiter wrote my choice down on the pad. When he walked away, I slammed my head on the table, trying desperately to catch my breath before he came.

I was not letting him win the war god dammit!

The workout turned into a race. It wasn’t my fault! Those pearl eyes of his were soooooo asking to be challenged! I just gave him one that’s all!

And, I believe I was a worthy opponent.

The score so far was five-four to him. But I would totally beat him at rock climbing AND absaling. By the end of the day, he’ll be grovelling at my knees.

Before you ask, I didn’t ditch Hinata, I wouldn’t dream of it. It was actually her idea! As she was the one keeping score and making sure we didn’t cheat on any of the equipment, I can say that she was a fair referee.

Although, that last thing did almost kill me…but it was so worth it.

Neji had gone to the bathroom while me and Hinata grabbed a table for lunch (not like we needed to rush, we were the only ones there!). But I had to catch my breath; I wouldn’t let him have the pleasure of seeing me like this.

My heart finally slowing down, I took my head off the table and leaned back in my chair instead.

“Feeling any better Tenten-chan?” Just able to nod, I heaved a long sigh. “You really shouldn’t have pushed yourself so much Ten-chan…”

“b-bu-ut, h-he was a-ask-ing fo-or it!” Hinata just shook her head, obviously not liking my excuse. Pulling up my head, I watched the men’s bathroom door suspiciously…he’d been ages, what on earth was he doing in there?
Probably…nature called. *

Suddenly, the men’s door swung open, revealing the stoic Hyuuga. I couldn’t tell if the last race had left him like it had me…probably not. He reached the table and took his seat infront of me but to the right. He picked up the menu and opened it up.

“You got your breath back yet?” He didn’t look at me as he scanned his eyes over the menu but I knew the question was for me.

“ I’ve g-got enough left t-to beat y-yo-ou” Chuckling, he waved a hand over to the waiter.

“You guys ordered?” Hinata nodded.

“Hai Neji-nii-san, oh, but we forgot to order drinks…” When the waiter came, he readied himself to take down the awaiting order.

“I’ll have the Salmon en cruet (*) and three waters aswell please” He gave the menu to the waiter

“I’ll have three waters too!” I piped up suddenly, loving the idea of being hydrated. For some reason, Neji gave me a weird look.

“I’ve ordered one water for each of us…” I looked blankly at him…

“…Oh” Finally getting what he meant. “Nevermind” I flopped my head in shame.

Oh, I was such a stupid idiot.

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‘I’m almost there…just a little further…if only I could reach the last gripping stone, but it was so far up! Neji was gaining up on me I can tell. This is taking too long! I just have to launch myself and go for it!’

Bracing myself I counted steadily.

3…I bent my legs lower to give thrust for the jump.

2…I breathed steadily to calm my nerves.

1…It was now or never!

Casting myself from my stuck position, I felt my hands grip the stone that had once mocked me. Smirking to myself, I found footing on the stones I’d left below and lifted myself to the top. Just as I’d got to my feet, the impassive Hyuuga reached the top. Smirking, I stuck out my tongue in victory. He just shrugged. Getting over the top, he reached his feet and started changing his harness wires for the absail.

Doing the same, I clipped the correct wires into place. Suddenly realising I’d done my harness way too loosely on my stomach, I tried pulling it tighter but it wouldn’t budge.

Neji must’ve seen me struggle as he eyed my failed efforts. I stopped and looked at him helplessly.

“Please?” Smiling, he reached over to my waist. Bracing his muscles, he was able to fasten the harness just right.

“Don’t enjoy this too much Hyuuga”

“Who says I was enjoying it?”

“Didn’t need telling, Your face told enough” Smirking, I positioned myself just over the edge, ready to start the race. Neji did the same, looking at me.

“Ready…”

“Set…”

“GO” Setting off in unison, the rope almost burned my hand. Keeping my pace light and steady, I rocked back and forth on the rope, making sure my feet hit the wall flat so I wouldn’t bounce off the surface the wrong way and loose time. I was just beating the Hyuuga; my eyes kept switching between Neji and the wall.

“Your gonna lose!” I called to him; he looked down, smirking.

“Don’t think so” He slid down faster than I’d imagined, but it didn’t put me off. Putting more effort in my swings, I neared the bottom at a racing speed.

Suddenly, a few metres from the ground, I passed the smiling Hyuuga. I was so surprised; I didn’t notice the floor nearing me…

Uh-oh

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“How many times are you going to end up in my arms during this holiday?”

“Ah shut it and move Hyuuga”

“I could just drop you”

“Do you want to keep you manhood?”

“…”

“I thought so…although, I don’t see why, I bet it’s so-“

“Don’t even go there”

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*- Nature called is another way of saying...well, a number two on the toilet XD
*-Salmon en cruet...i dunno what this is XD I know it has salmon in it (wonder where i got that idea from XD) but my dad said it was a posh lunch kinda thing...totally Neji XD

YAY!! Chapter 5!

I hope you enjoyed it! I had so much fun writing this!
Especially the SasSaku bit! (Which I did promise at the start so YAY!!!)
Again, GCSE work stopped me from writing
I’m scared of it…XD
Anyways, hope you enjoyed it, I love hearing from you guys!!!
x

:D (Big Grin) — Description
Summer Love
Chapter 5, Rain, embarrassment and major workouts

“Neeeeejjjiiiiiiii” I turned my head away from the window, pouting at the lavender-eyed boy. He looked up from his book, looking puzzled at why his name had been called.

“Yes?”

“It’s summer”

“Well done”

“And it’s raining”

“Congratulations, you’ve just won first prize in ‘the most obvious thing to say’ contest, how do you feel?”

“Pissed off” He chuckled, marking the page of his book and resting it on his lap. Leaning back into his chair, he kept his eyes on me.

“Why did it have to rain?”

“Well, June is the likeliest month for it to rain in Ja-“

“Don’t get all intellectual on me Hyuuga” I glared at him, his eyes were still on me, watching me…kinda creeping me out.

“Are we having a staring contest or am I of interest to you Hyuuga?” He smiled ever so slightly, putting his hands behind his head.

“I do have a first name you know”

“Does me calling you Hyuuga annoy you then?”

“A litt-“

“Hyuuga, hyuuga, hyuuuuuuugaaaaaaaaa, HyuuuuuuGGAAAAA, HYUU-“ Something soft hit my face, causing me to stop.

“Ow!”

“You deserved it” I pulled the cushion off my face, giving Neji a death glare in the process.

It had been a day since our tour of the outside and since then, the heavens had opened. Literally. It hadn’t stopped, not even for a second! Just rain, rain and…well, you get it.

It was great at first, just me and Hinata talking, watching TV, you know, what best friends do. But then, we ran out of things to do. As a result, that dreaded word had hit us. We were BORED!

Well, I was anyways; Hinata had gone for a shower, leaving me with Neji, who had been occupying himself with a book. He hadn’t stopped reading it since we got back yesterday. The book looked tattered, withered and old, like an artefact. It looked like if you touched it, it would dissolve in your very hands. The book, I guessed, didn’t contain adventure, mystery or excitement…but I shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.

Instead of throwing the pillow back like I would usually do, I just sighed and hugged it to my chest, gazing back out at the drenched terrain outside.

How I wanted to walk the gardens, to stroll around the magnificent grounds, free from four walls and boredom. Sighing again, I turned helplessly to Neji.

“I’m bored….” He just sat there smirking, amused by my plea. Jerk.

“Why don’t you read a book?”

“And be like you? No thanks” His eyebrows knitted together slightly, scowling at my crude remark.

“Charming aren’t you?”

“I try to be, just for you” I gave him one of my smirks. I can see why he likes them so much.

“I can tell…fine you win, what do you want to do?” Perching up, I thought of the different activities on offer.

“I want to do…something dangerous…”

“You’re going to cook?” Death glaring the Hyuuga, making a mental note to put some hot sauce in his soup later, I turned back to my thoughts.

There were so many things I wanted to do…and who knows how long I had here. I doubted I would have time for them all. Including that Hinata counted aswell, and that she hated rain and getting wet unnecessarily…it would have to be something indoors. Well, It had to be in the gym then!

Yesterday, when we saw all of the new gear that the gym provided, I’d been eager to try it out. However, having no time to stop for a workout, we had to keep moving. Now that we had the chance, I was almost dying to go. But, I’d only want to go if Hinata agreed to aswell. I mean, this activity did include her to.

As if by magic, Hinata stepped into the room. Her dark blue skinny jeans and light green baggy top said a lot for the weather. Her long, navy hair dripped from her recent shower and a gracious smell of lavender filled the room.

Smiling, I shuffled up to make a space for her on the black leather coach. Taking her place, we started to talk.

“Tenten-chan, guess who just called!”

“Eeerr…Santa?” I was never too good at guessing games…Hinata just laughed. I swore I heard Neji chuckle in the background.

“No silly, Sakura-chan!” I mentally slapped myself for being so stupid.

“Ofcourse, how is she? And Ino-chan to!”

“They’re great…I never did tell you what Sakura called about a few nights ago did I?” Thinking back…I couldn’t recall Hinata telling me such information.

“No…SPILL HINATA!” She smiled.

“Well, last time when Sakura called me, she told me about this cute guy who was next door to their hotel apartment” Figures, this was Sakura-chan we’re talking about. I swear she had a ‘Guy cute-o-meter’ lodged in her brain.

“Did she give a description?” Hinata nodded.

“She said she’d only seen a short glimpse of him as he was entering his apartment but she remembers him having very Smokey blue hair, apparently beautiful black eyes and a deep seductive voice” I sighed, typical, Sakura was always lucky with the guys.

“He sounds perfect for her. What’s the update?”

“Well, Ino and Sakura went to the swimming pool for the day yesterday but when they got to their apartment, they lost their keys so…”

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Yesterday night…The Luxury Palace Hotel.
Outside room 204…
(Sakura’s point of view)

“I can’t believe you lost the keys Ino-PIG!”

“Me?! YOU were in charge of the bag which had the keys in FOREHEAD!”

“But YOU had the bag for most of the day!”

“Because YOU left it lying around! I bet someone’s’ stolen it!”

“Ok, look, you go down to reception and tell someone about this, see what they can do. I’ll have another look ok?”

“Ok, I’ll be back in about 10 minutes, don’t go losing the bag again” As Ino made her way down the stairs, I crouched down to search for the keys once more.

It was getting late (we’d stopped at the bar for about an hour…or three) so we were both a little tired. Plus, it was getting colder by the minute and my jacket was on the other side of the locked door. I held back a shiver, as I looked deeper into the bag. Under my breath, I cursed the stupid keys. They were so small; it was no wonder that we’d lost them.

Then, silhouetted under the faded corridor light, an unfamiliar figure stretched out over me. I froze, not wanting to look up. Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder.

No Fricken Perv was gonna mess with me! Remembering my karate training in gym, I embraced for impact.

“Are yo-“ BAM! Right into the lower abdomen. Not surprising, I had got an A in karate. I bent the straight leg I had kicked the pervert and heaved myself to stand up. Turning to face him, I took my stance confidently. The man was clutching his stomach in pain, bent quite low. His dark Smokey hair covered his face so I couldn’t see what he looked like. I could’ve sworn I’d seen that type of hair before…nevertheless, I stood my ground.

“Who are you? What do you want?” He kept low as he coughed. He was really starting to piss me off.

“I’m calling the police!” As I went to grab the bag that lay on the floor, his hand clasped onto my arm.

He was really going to pay now. With I swing of my free hand, I slapped him across the face.

Hard.

He let go of my arm and raised his free hand to his face to mask the pain. Using the wall for support, he slid down soundly, coughing still. As I went to grab the bag again, a deep voice suddenly made me stop.

“W-wait! I’m not going to hurt you!” Eyes wide, I turned to look at the ‘attacker’. I gasped as I was met with a gorgeous coal eye (his hand covered the other where I had slapped him). Then…my mind went back to the other night…the azure hair, the raven eyes and the deep voice…

It was him! My cute neighbour…oh god what had I done?!

Gasping, I started to shake, not knowing what to do.

“I-I-I’m so s-sorry!” I raced to help him up, but he shook his head. Standing up on his own, an arm around his waist and a hand still covering his perfect face. I just stood there, not knowing what to do.

“I’m so sorry…I didn’t realise it was you…” He tilted his head.

“You know me?” I looked away.

“Well, no, but I recognise you from the other day…I saw you entering your apartment” Pointing to his door, like an idiot. He just nodded. I noticed his face looked sore.

“We should get an ice-pack for that” I was about to open my apartment door but remembered the key incident.

“Ah…”

“What’s wrong?” Turning to him, trying to look as apologetic as possible.

“Me and my roommate lost our room key…sorry, again” He reached into his pocket and pulled out his own room keys. Handing them to me, I tilted my head in confusion.

“There’s an ice-pack in my room. I would open the door but…” Yeah, I knew what he meant. Nodding, I pushed the key into the lock and twisted. When the lock detached, I put pressure on the door handle and it jolted open. Holding open the door for the injured man, I studied him curiously.

His white shirt gripped his chest just right and his black skinny jeans hugged his legs…well, perfectly.

Switching on the lights, I shut the door behind me.

The man was searching in the mini fridge for, I guessed, the ice pack. Not really watching his actions, I mentally noted his butt looked good in skinny jeans. I was so…busy with other things that I didn’t notice him look at me.

“Got a good view?” Blushing crimson, I looked away. He laughed, lifting the ice pack from the fridge and shutting the mini door behind him. “Atleast you match your hair now” He smiled as he removed his hand from his face to cover it with the ice pack.

He tried to do it quick but I still got a full view of the damage I’d done. I gasped in horror; the whole right side of his face was a deep red. He only smiled.

“I’ve had worse injuries. Where’d you learn to hit like that?” I blinked at him.

“K-Konaha High School, I studied Karate in gym”

“Figures, you got an A I suppose?” I nodded, smiling at his comforting words. He walked towards a cream fabric coach, exactly like the one in Ino’s room and mine.
Taking a seat, he left room for me. Gesturing for me to sit down in the seat he provided, I gingerly walked over to him. Sitting down, It didn’t help me relax.

I couldn’t forgive myself for hurting an innocent person. He obviously saw the hurt look in my eye.

“Look, don’t worry about this little thing, it’ll be gone by morning. I’m Sasuke, Uchiha Sasuke, and you are?” Reaching his free hand over to the space that parted us; he waited for my reply.

“Sakura, Haruno Sakura” I took his hand in a classic handshake. He then smirked, twisted my hand and kissed it. My blush reappeared with much force.

A smirk was still plastered his perfect face.

“A blush suits you Miss Haruno” My head felt light at his seductive voice. I probably would’ve fainted but a familiar voice interrupted my dream come true.

“SAKURA, I’M GONNA KILL YOU!” Drawing in breath, suddenly remembering the bag I’d left outside; I raced towards the door. Flinging it open, I found a dramatic Ino, holding two sets of keys. She turned to face me, drawing in an unusual amount of breath…this didn’t look pretty.

“The key was in the bag all along! You stupid Forehead! You made me walk all the way down to reception for-…wait, what are you doing In-“ Catching her breathe, I felt a presence behind me.

I had A LOT of explaining to do…

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(Back at the Summer house, normal POV)

“Sounds like Sakura, typical, she gets all the excitement!” Heaving a sigh, I watched the pouring rain dampen my heart. Hinata was smiling, as usual. Neji had gone back to his book…but he had been on the same page for the past 10 minutes, obviously listening in on the story.

Suddenly remembering the gym idea, I turned to Hinata in a blast of enthusiasm.

“Hey Hinata, fancy going to the gym? Let’s not waste today bored inside!” Grinning instantly, Hinata looked positive on the idea.

“Sounds great! I’ve been dying to try out the new equipment!” I flung into Hinata, giving her a friendly hug. We pulled apart smiling and laughing. Looking over to Neji, I was in for a shock.

He was smiling…a genuine smile.

Today was just full of surprises. Smirking, I decided to tell him the bad news.

“Neji-kun…” He sighed.

“I’m driving right?”

“Bingo”

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Walking out of the female changing room dressed in a green tank top, grey bottoms and black trainers that I usually wear for running I was so hyped for the gym session ahead.

Expecting Hinata to take a while to change, I took a seat on a near-by bench infront of the changing room doors.

Turning to look at the clock, it read 11 AM. We had enough time for a good workout before lunch, then we’d check out the new equipment. I couldn’t wait, especially for the climbing/absailing wall…yes, I know, impressive selection.

The sound of a door swinging open caught my attention. Expecting the female door to be open with Hinata walking out, I was, again, surprised.

There was Neji, standing with the tightest light blue tank top I’d ever seen (but like I minded…I did NOT just think that…) on, so it showed ALL his well toned muscles black baggy shorts to the knee, a towel in one hand and a water bottle in the other. His hair sculptured his flawless features as some of his shorter hairs lay into his face, making him look a tiny bit innocent.

He just smirked at me.

Turning away, trying to concentrate on something else, he walked towards me. Stopping right infront of me, his robust, visible eight pack teased me.

“I didn’t know you where joining us” I really didn’t, me and Hinata had left him In the car, not even realising that he’d followed us in.

“I wasn’t planning to, but I didn’t want to pass up the opportunity” I turned towards him, raising an eyebrow.

“What opportunity?”

“To see you out of breath for once” Almost snorting at his remark, I stood, walking towards the water fountain.

It was time to tease him.

Deliberately bending down, sticking out my bum, I took a swig of water. Taking a breath, I glimpsed over to the Hyuuga. He was watching. Well, not what I was doing…you get the idea. I smirked as I took another swig. Gulping that down, I wiped my mouth clean and turned back to the Hyuuga.

His eyes were purposely fixed on another object, I guessed, that he had only just turned to look at.

“Like the show?” I crossed my arms over my chest as I watched the Hyuuga almost squirm.

I was having way too much fun.

Right on cue, Hinata walked out, obvious to what had just happened. She too, was wearing a tank top and tracksuit bottoms, only this time, a baby pink top and black bottoms.

Hinata looked strangely at Neji. I wasn’t sure whether it was because he had the tiniest hint of a blush or the fact he was here at all. Guess I’d never know.

“You guys ready?” Nodding simultaneously, we made our way through the door. Towards our first try of the glorious new equipment.

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“P-pa-pas-past…” Giving up trying to order using my voice, I pointed to where pasta was written on the menu, like a child. The waiter wrote my choice down on the pad. When he walked away, I slammed my head on the table, trying desperately to catch my breath before he came.

I was not letting him win the war god dammit!

The workout turned into a race. It wasn’t my fault! Those pearl eyes of his were soooooo asking to be challenged! I just gave him one that’s all!

And, I believe I was a worthy opponent.

The score so far was five-four to him. But I would totally beat him at rock climbing AND absaling. By the end of the day, he’ll be grovelling at my knees.

Before you ask, I didn’t ditch Hinata, I wouldn’t dream of it. It was actually her idea! As she was the one keeping score and making sure we didn’t cheat on any of the equipment, I can say that she was a fair referee.

Although, that last thing did almost kill me…but it was so worth it.

Neji had gone to the bathroom while me and Hinata grabbed a table for lunch (not like we needed to rush, we were the only ones there!). But I had to catch my breath; I wouldn’t let him have the pleasure of seeing me like this.

My heart finally slowing down, I took my head off the table and leaned back in my chair instead.

“Feeling any better Tenten-chan?” Just able to nod, I heaved a long sigh. “You really shouldn’t have pushed yourself so much Ten-chan…”

“b-bu-ut, h-he was a-ask-ing fo-or it!” Hinata just shook her head, obviously not liking my excuse. Pulling up my head, I watched the men’s bathroom door suspiciously…he’d been ages, what on earth was he doing in there?
Probably…nature called. *

Suddenly, the men’s door swung open, revealing the stoic Hyuuga. I couldn’t tell if the last race had left him like it had me…probably not. He reached the table and took his seat infront of me but to the right. He picked up the menu and opened it up.

“You got your breath back yet?” He didn’t look at me as he scanned his eyes over the menu but I knew the question was for me.

“ I’ve g-got enough left t-to beat y-yo-ou” Chuckling, he waved a hand over to the waiter.

“You guys ordered?” Hinata nodded.

“Hai Neji-nii-san, oh, but we forgot to order drinks…” When the waiter came, he readied himself to take down the awaiting order.

“I’ll have the Salmon en cruet (*) and three waters aswell please” He gave the menu to the waiter

“I’ll have three waters too!” I piped up suddenly, loving the idea of being hydrated. For some reason, Neji gave me a weird look.

“I’ve ordered one water for each of us…” I looked blankly at him…

“…Oh” Finally getting what he meant. “Nevermind” I flopped my head in shame.

Oh, I was such a stupid idiot.

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‘I’m almost there…just a little further…if only I could reach the last gripping stone, but it was so far up! Neji was gaining up on me I can tell. This is taking too long! I just have to launch myself and go for it!’

Bracing myself I counted steadily.

3…I bent my legs lower to give thrust for the jump.

2…I breathed steadily to calm my nerves.

1…It was now or never!

Casting myself from my stuck position, I felt my hands grip the stone that had once mocked me. Smirking to myself, I found footing on the stones I’d left below and lifted myself to the top. Just as I’d got to my feet, the impassive Hyuuga reached the top. Smirking, I stuck out my tongue in victory. He just shrugged. Getting over the top, he reached his feet and started changing his harness wires for the absail.

Doing the same, I clipped the correct wires into place. Suddenly realising I’d done my harness way too loosely on my stomach, I tried pulling it tighter but it wouldn’t budge.

Neji must’ve seen me struggle as he eyed my failed efforts. I stopped and looked at him helplessly.

“Please?” Smiling, he reached over to my waist. Bracing his muscles, he was able to fasten the harness just right.

“Don’t enjoy this too much Hyuuga”

“Who says I was enjoying it?”

“Didn’t need telling, Your face told enough” Smirking, I positioned myself just over the edge, ready to start the race. Neji did the same, looking at me.

“Ready…”

“Set…”

“GO” Setting off in unison, the rope almost burned my hand. Keeping my pace light and steady, I rocked back and forth on the rope, making sure my feet hit the wall flat so I wouldn’t bounce off the surface the wrong way and loose time. I was just beating the Hyuuga; my eyes kept switching between Neji and the wall.

“Your gonna lose!” I called to him; he looked down, smirking.

“Don’t think so” He slid down faster than I’d imagined, but it didn’t put me off. Putting more effort in my swings, I neared the bottom at a racing speed.

Suddenly, a few metres from the ground, I passed the smiling Hyuuga. I was so surprised; I didn’t notice the floor nearing me…

Uh-oh

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“How many times are you going to end up in my arms during this holiday?”

“Ah shut it and move Hyuuga”

“I could just drop you”

“Do you want to keep you manhood?”

“…”

“I thought so…although, I don’t see why, I bet it’s so-“

“Don’t even go there”

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*- Nature called is another way of saying...well, a number two on the toilet XD
*-Salmon en cruet...i dunno what this is XD I know it has salmon in it (wonder where i got that idea from XD) but my dad said it was a posh lunch kinda thing...totally Neji XD

YAY!! Chapter 5!

I hope you enjoyed it! I had so much fun writing this!
Especially the SasSaku bit! (Which I did promise at the start so YAY!!!)
Again, GCSE work stopped me from writing
I’m scared of it…XD
Anyways, hope you enjoyed it, I love hearing from you guys!!!
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