My Home

After sometime, Hinata calmed down.

She slowly pulled back her head from Naruto's chest, tears still dropping from her eyes a little bit. She then observed her surroundings and saw everyone looking at them, which made Hinata embarrassed as she realizes what was happening. She then quickly planted her face back on to my chest with a bright, tomato face

"Looks like someone is still the same little girl, huh"

Naruto laughed and teased a bit seeing her predicament, his hand still comforting her hair. Her hands still clinging to him tightly, not intending to let go of him

Everyone didn't expect that Hinata would go back to her old ways when with Naruto, since the last few years, Hinata was basically a whole different person in their eyes compared to when they were Genin's back in the day

She was more calm, and more confident in tone and body language. Hinata even fixed her stuttering issue over the past few years with the help of Shizune

Though not only was Hinata constantly making herself stronger in terms of her mental and body characteristics, she was also busy training herself to become a more powerful kunoichi. With this new found determination, she quickly began to grasp her hidden potential, as Hinata started to grow rapidly

She basically mastered her Hyuga's teachings, while also expanding into different aspects that she wanted to strengthen. Hinata then slowly grasp ninjutsu, as she became proficient in the water attribute

Hinata also became proficient in medical ninjutsu under Tsunade's teachings. She also got to learn other techniques from her as well, as she managed to increase her physical strength

Suffice it to say, Hinata was extremely strong. In fact, she was the strongest among the Konoha 12 right now... Of course, until Naruto arrived

"I guess how about we leave you two for now. Hinata will take the lead for you"

Tsunade suddenly said to me, motioning everyone to leave for now

"Get some rest, you two have been out for so long. It's only natural to give you some days off for now"

Tsunade said, looking at both Naruto and Jiraiya

"Aw, I always knew you cared for me Hime, but I agree. You should get some rest brat"

Jiraiya said to me with a big smile, but not without getting a slap from Tsunade

*Boom*

He was sent back a couple of feet, as Tsunade brushed her hands

"Meet me later at the Hokage Office, Naruto"

Tsunade said as Naruto nodded. Soon, they began to leave the area, everyone greeted Naruto goodbye, as he did the same with a smile

"Alright, they're all gone"

I said to the poor Hinata still holding me. My hands gently tugged at her playfully

"Mhmm... !"

She said, though I didn't understand what she said since it was muffled. Her cute hands gently, and cutely, pounced at my chest

"You haven't changed a bit, Hinata. You're still my little princess after all these years"

I said, as I gently caressed her hair. She got even more flustered, as her head slowly lifted itself up to look at me. Her cheeks were bright as a riped tomato, and it was the cutest thing

After sometime, she finally pulled back. Her face still flushed, as she nervously looked at me while fiddling her fingers

"... It's nice to see you again, Naruto"

She said, her ever so sweet and angelic voice made me smile. I was missing out on this for a whole 3 years, and I'm glad I can hear it again

"Nice to finally see you too, Hinata... Oh, Tsunade said something about leading me to something. What is it all about?"

"Oh, well it's about your place. We prepared it for you-

"Wait, really? I want to see it then! I miss my place"

I cut her off, hearing that they've prepped my place out

"But, Naruto. There's something els-

"Shh, you don't have to tell me. Show it to me, like a surprise"

I said to her, as I took the initiative. Grabbing her hand, as we started to walk towards my old place together, hand in hand

Hinata was taken aback a bit, but slowly melted to the touch of my skin again. Both our hands intertwined. Hinata seeing this smiled, her heartbeat once again starting to hasten. She missed having to do things like this with me

As we walked around the village, the people around saw us. They took their time in analyzing, but they immediately recognized me

"Ah, it's Naruto! Welcome back hero of konoha!"

"He's back! He's grown into a fine man that's for sure"

"He's so handsome! Can't believe it's the same person"

"They look so cute together, it's making me feel things"

Everyone greeted us along the way, as we both greeted back with warm smiles. Though hidden from their sights, when one of them complimented Naruto's appearance, a flash of fire was slowly ignited in Hinata's eyes. Unbeknownst to everyone seeing them, she gently squeezed my hand

'What's this feeling?... I know that Naruto is handsome, but... Hearing others, especially other girls think that of him as well... Makes me a bit... Possesive of him'

Hinata thought

"It's sure is a nice to be back with all of these warm welcomes"

"Yeah, ever since you left, the village has changed quite a bit, even if at first nothing hasn't really changed the first time you see it now compared to back then"

"Well that's nice, I'm glad nothing serious has occurred. Though, there might be some disturbances sooner or later. But for now, we'll discuss it later once it matters. I don't want my precious girl to be worried now"

I said teasingly, gently squeezing her soft cheek with my other hand

Hinata giggled, and slapped my hand away playfully

"What's this? This is the first time you've played with my cheek before... I wonder where did you get the idea from... Is it... From other girls?"

Hinata said, imagining that Naruto must have met different kinds of girls in his journey. And there's a possibility that he might have done this thing before, and now using that experience he gained, is now exposing it to me

Hinata looked at me with worried eyes. Naruto hearing this just had a nervous smile seeing her overthink it

"Relax, I promise. I never once came in contact with any other girl during my journey. And even then, most of the girls I have seen were enemies and what not. So you don't have to worry alright?"

Naruto said, comforting the worried Hinata. His hands again gently played with her cheeks once more to prove his sincerity to her

"I guess you did change quite a bit. Now I've got to worry about you overthinking to yourself"

Naruto laughed, as Hinata gently pouted to the side, slapping my hand back again playfully

After sometime, we arrived at the place

"What..."

I mumbled, as I looked in front of me. My place was gone! Instead of seeing my beloved place that I held dearly, I saw what looks to be a reconstructed area that is now a place for people to rest and walk around leisurely. Almost like a mini park

Hinata seeing my reaction just scratched her head in a bit of an embarrased expression knowing what happened that led to this

"I was trying to warn you earlier about this Naruto..."

"Is this what Tsunade meant earlier?! Why I oughta face that old lady right now!"

I said, as I pulled up my sleeves in a cartoon manner, ready to head towards the Hokage Mansion. But Hinata stopped me, grabbing my arm and hugging it as she giggled

"Don't worry, we prepared a new place for you"

Hinata said, as I turned to look at her with a curious look

"Oh? Well... I guess that's good. But still, I wanna know what the hell happened here?!"

"Calm down, Lady Tsunade will clear that up to you soon"

Hinata said, gently calming me down as she tugged my arm playfully. I looked at her and just smiled

"Okay, okay... Well, let's see my new place then"

Hinata nodded, as she lead the way towards my new humble abode

'Hmm?... From the distance, it seems that... Oho, really eh? I didn't consider that they would give it to me now'

I thought, as I analyzed and observed the path that Hinata was leading me towards. It was a mostly secluded part of the village, though not too much as it is still a part of the village. It's mostly to keep a nice and open space, since after all, it is an entire manor

Hinata looked at me from the side of her eye, noticing my pupils going haywire, looking at every direction, seemingly absorbing information like a sponge

"Have you guessed already where I'm leading you?"

Hinata asked curiously, hoping that the surprise effect will still affect me so as to not ruin the occasion

I looked at Hinata with a smile as I nodded

"I might have a vague idea"

I said, as we continued onwards

After a while, my suspicions were confirmed. We are in the estate or manor, of Minato and Kushina. The area was huge, as it had everything imaginable. And even though I expected it, it's quite a surprise seeing it all with my very own eyes

Hinata looked at me and just smiled

"Welcome... To your new home, Naruto"

Hinata said with a smile. I looked at her, then back at the area. Looking at it again, it seems that everything is in good shape. Did they freshen this place up just for me? Because they had to, this place has been put out of public view. Of course, there were probably some people who were tasked to have it cleaned a bit, but not to this extent. It felt like brand new

"It's... My parents home"

Hinata heard me say that, as her eyes were filled with nervousness. She knew that this was a sensitive topic to me, and she doesn't entire know yet how to comfort me about this. But she tried, as she held my hand. Squeezing it gently

I looked at her and just smiled. What she didn't know was that the original Naruto may have taken this deeply. But for me, the new Naruto, it wasn't all that bad. Still, I felt a bit sentimental, but nonetheless still held myself together

Though Hinata might interpret this as me hiding my true feelings to myself

"Come on, Hinata. Let's take a look at my new place"

I said, as she nodded happily

Then, we started to explore all around the area. It was very impressive, the manor, environment, plants, and even designs that all made the area vibrant and filled with all of these dynamic colors. But it also felt peaceful in some way. It's a weird feeling to explain

We then headed to the main house, as Hinata toured me around since she mentioned that she and the others helped in redecorating the place

Honestly, I'm not even sure if this was Minato's place, it's completely different. Yet, it felt natural in a sense that it was home

Then, there was one last place that we haven't been to, the bedroom. I heaved the door open, revealing a king size bed in the middle. Around the room where simple yet intricate design, making the place more comfortable

I then sat on the edge of the soft bed. Getting a feel for what is to be, my new home

"This... Feels quite nice... Thank you, Hinata"

I said to her, my eyes staring at her gorgeous eyes. I patted the spot on the bed next to me, inviting her to come join me

"Sit next to me, or you don't wanna?... I knew I was always ugly".

I said, playfully wiping off the fake tears in my eye

"Don't say stuff like that Naruto"

Hinata immediately sat down next to me, as I laughed a bit. My gaze still not leaving her. And for some reason, I held my gaze a bit more deeply than usual. It's just that this woman is so beautiful. Truly, a work of the gods. Looking at her this close, observing everything. It's a beauty unparalleled by anyone in the world... She was gorgeous, perfect

Hinata though was a bit perplexed at my deep, and almost... Sensual stare. She blushed, as she tried to stare back at me, but that just made everything worse as she blushed even more. Her face becoming a riped tomato yet again

"Hinata... "

My hands gently placed itself on to her cheek, making her face stay in front of me. Hinata, who was taken a back by my actions a bit, looked at me while feeling butterflies

"It's been 3 years... You know what I was missing while I was gone?... You"

I said, her eyes then started to look at me now

"... You know... I dreamt of a world where I hope to become something. Make a name for myself. I always felt... Like a failure. I didn't always knew what I wanted, and even if I did, I was dumb and stupid enough to even consider doing it. I just... Wanted something that I can be proud of doing, even if it may seem dumb to others. I wanted a purpose... I always deemed myself as worthless, even my life as a whole"

I said, my feelings starting activate. Sharing my true story to her for the first time ever. Everything I said, every emotion behind every word, was the true me. It was the true feeling I have felt back then

Hinata's eyes widen. Her eyes started to water as she listened to my sob story. She gazes at me with soft, concerned eyes, her hands nervously clutching each other before she gently reaches out to take mine. Her voice is tender but resolute

"I... I don't think you're worthless. Not even for a second. You've always been someone I admired. Even when you feel lost or doubt yourself, I can see how strong you are... how much you care about the things you want to do.

It's okay to not have all the answers right now. W-We're still growing, and that's not something to be ashamed of. If it's something that makes you proud, then it's never dumb... I'll always believe in you, even if you don't believe in yourself. So... p-please, don't give up on the person I know you can be."

Hinata said, as she couldn't help herself. She wrapped her arms around me, as she pulled me into an embrace

I just smiled to her, as I reciprocated the hug. After some time, we pulled back. Our faces mere inches away from each other. Our eyes locked in each other, not daring to look at any other direction

"I... I love you, Naruto"

She whispered

"I love you more"

I responded, as the tension around us grew even more. Then, I began to lean forward, and so did she. It felt like only the two of us were in this world, and no one else was here to ruin this moment. And then, the deal was finally sealed with our lips taking one another softly.