So I am back from the grave. New story, hoping to make something a little more light hearted and a little more naughty. Wondering if the popularity for Naruto stories is still around. Yes, yes it's a Hinata and Naruto-centric fiction, from what i remember, Hinata is no longer best girl because she won in cannon. But I reckon there is still much to write about. And writing I have done, I got about 5-6 chapters ahead of time down so I have always got some material to post. Hopefully I won't get so burnt out but I feel like the problem lies elsewhere.

I don't own Naruto, saying this once and it applies to future chapters.

There are lemons and limes in this story. I am not going to spell it out for you so this is the fair warning. Rated M for a reason.

Three years. It's been three years since Naruto left Konohagakure to train under the watchful eye of Jiraiya. At least that would be what the documents officially told Tsunade. Anyone who knew the Toad Sage would know how his 'watchful eye' would often wonder to watch something else, like the female body.

Or exactly like the female body because there was no other way he could be interpreted. Needless to say, the adventure spanning over one thousand days it had taken for Naruto to return had driven Hinata up the wall.

When her free time permits it; the Hyuuga would reach the main gates of the village and stare out with her Byakugan. In hopes of spotting the tell-tale signs of his chakra several miles away and heading in her direction. These were after all fantasies and she was intelligent to know none would come true. However, hope never stopped the girl thinking he would one day turn around just for her.

The night he left was by far the worst. Hinata could remember how she knew it was going to happen. She knew she was going to miss him. And she knew it would be her last chance. Yet despite all her effort to build up the courage, she failed. All it took was one word, one move of her foot, one loud enough breath and she would have his attention.

Shyness was her worst enemy. It may as well have been the hardest mountain to climb or the fastest river to cross for her. Each and every time she wanted to make a moment happen, she would freeze up behind blushing cheeks. Hinata just couldn't tell him how she felt because she was scared the sheer amount of feeling she had for him would simply scare Naruto off.

Naruto would always bring out the best and the worst. He inspired her, and the gods above knew she always felt she could do anything after seeing the man. Her man. Yet, as if the gods were both equal in their gifts and punishments, Hinata had to wait for the moment to pass.

The white-eyed princess could remember the first time she met the blond boy when she was aged Seven and had just entered the academy. Naruto defended her against poor odds despite neither being asked to nor even knowing who he was protecting. He simply protected.

Unable to thank him on the day, Hinata took to protecting him the same way. She started by managing to escape from her body guard, Ko, and find the blond saviour. It did not take long for Hinata to discover the hard life Naruto had. Not even a week passed and Hinata found herself in some sort of role reversal. This time Naruto was cornered by three adults who were over-powering the young Jinchuriki easily.

Only Hinata couldn't build up the courage and step in at the time. She was much subtler in how she repaid his kindness. Leaving small bento boxes outside his apartment, small vials of healing herbs, maybe persuading her father to remove a business or two. Anything she could do to make Naruto's life just the little bit sweeter.

As they grew up she simply grew into the habit of following Naruto around. It was no secret. The princess looking after her man. The Hyuuga elders frowned, her father tried to dissuade her, the villagers found it sickening, and the ninja kept to themselves. Alternatively, the third Hokage, Hiruzen, some ninja such as Kurenai and Anko and the certain occupancy of Ichiraku's Ramen stand. Each found it endearing and even cute. Later, Jiraiya and Tsunade would join said list who equally approved and encouraged Hinata.

Those of her class found it hilarious. From their view point, Naruto was utterly clueless, and it was easy to wind up Hinata over it as she would react with such exaggerated expressions to the mere mention of his name. Once Ino knew of Hinata's feelings during a small lapse in judgement, the entire academy found out and she was known as the stalker girl.

Not that Hinata paid any attention to them. She had long since accepted that this was who she was.

Today was like any other day for the girl. She awoke from a dream about Naruto. Being sixteen years of age made said dreams somewhat more engaging. The girl could not tell when it started, but the dreams slowly changed from her jumping in and rescuing Naruto to receiving her first kiss by him in the park. To him pushing her against the wall, kissing her with so much heat and passion. She would fight his tongue before her hands snaked down to his waistband. Just as her hand slowly inched down her nightgown as she thought about her dream. Closing her eyes, she imagined it was Naruto's hand heading for in between her legs. The Hyuuga felt the rush of pleasure as she touched herself through the gown.

A knock on the door and Hinata cursed under her breath.

"What is it?" She snapped a little too harshly.

"Sorry Hinata to wake you but Kurenai wishes to speak with you. She is in the main hall right now." A male voice that could only belong to Neji called through the door. Not daring to enter. For good reason too. Let's just say there was a fairly large collection of Naruto memorabilia on display.

"Tell her I'll be right there." Hinata replied. She clicked her tongue in annoyance as she moved her hand away from her pleasure point. Kurenai visiting was not the issue. The issue is that she was earlier than normal and so Hinata was forced to 'get ready' for the day.

Getting dressed in mere minutes and telling her body to calm down. The princess found herself walking to the main hall, tying her headband around her neck and allowing it to hang loosely. The corridor separating the bedroom wing from the public already had the doors opened into the gardens to either side. Allowing for a cool summer air to wake her up fully. The sound of the water fountains and streams soothed anyone walking past; not forgetting the smell of all the followers blossoming.

The corridor opened out into the reception room where Kurenai was politely standing. Waving off a Hyuuga maid who offered some tea.

"Kurenai? To what do I owe the pleasure of your arrival?"

"Well, I have some news." Hinata motioned her to continue. "Though I think we can talk this over some ramen." Kurenai gave a knowing smile as Hinata returned a nod.

"In which case, lead on Sensei." Hinata was almost out of the building when her sister called out. Obviously must had heard the whole thing. She had a small bowl of morning rice in her hands but was fully dressed for the academy in two hours.

"You know ramen is bad for you. Especially Ichiraku's. It's beneath your standing." Hanabi spoke in between a mouthful of rice.

Hinata looked over her shoulder. "Don't tell father I still go there please." Hanabi rolled her eyes. Both knew she would not tell their father. Sisters being sisters they both had enough blackmail to be mutually destructive should one break the cold war between the two. Hinata knew Hanabi had more on her because of the state of her room and the various times she was caught. However, this was not to say Hanabi would come out unscathed.

While Hinata coped through her desire for Naruto. Hanabi coped through smoking, drinking and gambling secretly; although was very intelligent about it and that was what she loved most about her delinquency. How she could escape. However, did not count on Hinata being in the area when she turned a corner in the less desirable district on Konoha. Hinata was watching Naruto from afar scratching in curses into the dirt with her foot.

Hanabi's associate, because friend would be too emotional for her, was not subtle in the slightest and blurted out 'Hey isn't that your sister, Hanabi?' Hinata turned her head so fast it should have given her whiplash. And there was a wide-eyed younger version of Hinata with a 'borrowed' cigarette in her mouth and a 'won' bottle of sake in her hand.

"You know you still aren't supposed to go to training ground forty-five." Hinata replied calmly. It was subtle because there were only forty-four training grounds in Konoha. The extra field was collectively known by the sisters as a certain district in the village. One where Hanabi could find her associates and where Hinata could find Naruto's home.

Teacher and student made their way to Ichiraku and silently stepped behind the curtains to sit down at the bar.

"Well ladies I'm hardly open right now but what can I get you? Miso?"

"Please." Both replied. Hinata came often enough for Teuchi to know what she liked. Being his second-best customer after all.

"So, erm what did you want to tell me?"

"Oh, I heard from lady Hokage herself that a certain someone was returning some point today." Kurenai couldn't help but smile at her reaction. Hinata's eyes lit up like a firework just shot off in her head.

"N…N.."

"Yes dear. Him. Gosh I haven't heart you stutter in over a year now."

"W-when?"

"I just know some time today. But I'd hurry, Ino found out too."

"Right." Hinata made no visible reaction but she knew that Ino would have told half the village by now and so would make it harder for Hinata to speak to him.

Teuchi finally returned with two bowls of ramen in his hands. Carefully placing them in front of both ladies. The smell would always remind Hinata of Naruto and bring about many memories of her love. Although truth be told she would strategically place herself inside the stall and wait for Naruto to enter. It was one of the few ways she could guarantee a conversation. As one sided as it was in reality; she loved hearing his voice as he hoovered up bowl after bowl of the noodly goodness.

"So, I hear my number one customer is returning. Heh about time, I was worried I'd have to diversify my menu. Ayame would be happy though. She does miss the kid."

Hinata stifled a small gasp at his words. The Hyuuga felt a tang of jealousy for some reason. It felt horrible hearing that someone liked Naruto. It was a strange feeling because Ayame was a big sister to both herself and especially Naruto. There was no competition was there?

Fortunately, Teuchi mistranslated her reaction as interest and so continued his train of thought.

"She always wanted a little brother. Him leaving made her worry of course but she buckled down to perfect her cooking skills. I am sure that Naruto will notice the difference when he gets back here."

"Y-yeah." Hinata shook her head clear of jealousy. "Your ramen is by far my favourite."

The older man laughed. "This is why you are my second-best customer. Ayame has been improving for you too." Hinata blushed and bowed her thanks and tucked in.

Naruto meanwhile was making good progress. His pace had a light step to it as excitement pulled him closer to his home. Travelling the five great nations was a once in a lifetime opportunity yes, but nothing was sweeter than the sight of home. He had trained as hard as he could. Only with the occasional help from the Sanin.

Said man was walking behind the blond jinchuriki. Deep in thought as he often was and for once not on women. Although he was pleased with Naruto's progress. Learning many types of ninjutsu and taijutsu ranging from A-rank to C-rank. Maximising on his large chakra reserves and wind manipulation. As well as the power from Naruto's tenant.

What Jiraiya was pleased about the most was he managed to persuade the young man to follow the path of the pervert. It took a while as Naruto used to be adamant that spying on women was wrong, but it simply took one well placed nude woman and the boy was hooked. His rough childhood made for superb skills at stealth and escape and not to mention he was still young enough to get away with childish charm.

Although the older man was planning to avoid telling Tsunade about this particular achievement. After all he did not want to die just yet. The fifth Hokage held Naruto as the pinnacle of innocence but Jiraiya knew the seeds of becoming a pervert were already there with Naruto's sexy-jutsu.

The village slowly came to view as they walked over the summit of a low-lying hill. Naruto turned and gave Jiraiya a large grin.

"Finally, Home. Mind if I go on ahead?"

"Yeah, yeah sure." He let Naruto walk a few paces. "Hey kid?"

"Hm?"

"Am proud of ya."

There was no reply, but Naruto gave a heart felt nod. Praise was rare but that only increased its value. Well complements from the various women he was introduced to only half counted. It was part of their job to make Naruto feel like the only man in the world. A stark contrast between his old life and new one. But he welcomed it all the same.

In one quick jump to the nearby trees. Naruto was out of sight.

Izumo and Kotetsu were keeping half an eye on the gateway into Konoha between the two. They hardly noticed an orange-clad ninja walk through and it even took a second look.

"Is that Naruto?"

"Hm wha?"

"Were you asleep again?"

"Hn? Naruto?"

"That's what I said." Izumo slapped the back of his friend's chair and almost caused him to fall out.

"Damn it… Naruto, Kids finally back."

"Apparently as a lady killer."

"Hm?"

"Look over there. Those girls are watching him." Izumo suggested at a group of girls across the road who were all whispering and giggling amongst themselves. Eventually one was pushed out of the group and in Naruto's direction. She called out to the blond and got his attention.

From their perspective they could see the young woman spoke with a huge blush. She wore and orange Kimono with yellow patterns decorating all the way from her shoulders to her ankles. She had just as vibrant and fluffy brown hair which honestly made her look beautiful. Very young but old enough to start to desire someone to share her life with.

Naruto would give her a large smile and he appeared to apologise over something as he followed with a bow. Slight red tint on his own cheeks as he stood up straight. He slowly backed off but gave a polite wave before he turned to leave.

"Well damn." Kotetsu commented as he turned back to the paperwork himself and Naruto should have filled out. He gave a long sigh before he found his pen.

Next for Naruto to meet was his very own teammate. A certain rosette wearing a scarlet combat robe and wearing black gloves. She was facing away from Naruto as her hands were placed on her hips firmly. Busy berating Konohamaru, Naruto had missed what his unofficial pupil did but to get the attention of Sakura. But judging by the killing intent from Sakura he must have pulled off something to remember.

The boy was looking a bit down as he bit his lip and looked at her shoe. He tried to even hide into his blue scarf. The situation seemed hopeless as Sakura had caught him getting very flirty with Moegi which was a bad sign considering who his role models were. Although said ginger was nowhere to be seen. Managing so escape the kunoichi's wrath as it was, at the very least, reciprocated flirting.

Konohamaru thought all hope was lost as the she-demon in front of him had started to work herself into a rage. This was it. He was going to get a punch known to demolish buildings. Her voice seemed distant as he readied himself for the summary execution. Sarutobi's legacy brought up the courage to at least look death in the face. As he looked up, he glanced passed the raised fist and spoke the only word that would save his life.

"Naruto?"

In an instant, Sakura calmed down and spun around to check if the boy was being truthful. One look and she instantly forgot about Konohamaru's transgressions.

"N-Naruto? I-is that you?" Sakura took a step back and withdrew her presence within herself. She looked like she had just seen a ghost. Naruto leaving had been tough for her. Naruto grinned and scratched the back of his hair.

"Missed me?" He had not meant to be so bold, but he flinched a little as he thought Sakura was about to punch him for being cocky. Instead she closed the distance into an embracing hug.

"Yes, you idiot, of course I've missed you." She blushed as she realised just how muscular Naruto appeared now while Naruto blushed as he noticed her breasts pressing up again him. Likely neither was intentional but Sakura simply cuddled closer. "You've changed." She complemented.

"So have you." Sakura looked at him curiously as the quick wheel of answers spun in Naruto's head. One benefit to Jiraiya's less reputable teachings. "You've become very beautiful."

Apparently, that was the correct answer as she blushed heavily. "Thank you, Naruto. I err wow to hear it from you." For some reason she half expected him to either do something really stupid like ask her to Ramen. Or do something really right and sweep her off her feet.

"Hey, would you like to meet up in a day or two? Ya know, catch up?"

"Oh e-yes. Yes please. I'm free right now."

"Alright, sorry I can't stay now, I only just got back ya know?"

She gave a look of disappointment but after a moment of internal debate, "So Thursday at six?"

"Sounds good, I'll pick you up."

"Oh Naruto? We aren't going to Ichiraku's Ramen."

Naruto almost swore under his breath. He inhaled before smiling. "Sure, I was just wanting to go for a wonder anyway."

"Thank you. Wow you have changed."

"Heh, taken a few whacks to the head." Sakura deadpanned to this as clearly not everything had changed. Having said that, she would have been upset if he had.

Feeling the need to carry on, he lightly held her shoulder and looked into her emerald eyes. "I will catch you later."

"Yeah, yeah sure. Thursday at six."

"Great." He smiled once more and jumped to the nearest building.

Sakura sighed with relief and then an idea struck her mind. 'What if this is a date?' She smiled to herself before turning around to face Konohamaru who was being unusually quiet. Sakura found out the hard way that the boy had made his escape while she was distracted. Knowing him, to find Moegi.

Naruto was next to find Ino, Choji, and Shikamaru all sitting together just outside one of Choji's choice shops to buy sweets at. He was munching down a bag of crisps while Shikamaru and Ino had given themselves a lollypop to suck on slowly. Five minutes ago, Ino had been complaining about her figure but that since stopped when Shikamaru brought out the mathematical and scientific reason that the treat won't impact her figure.

Choji looked his normal self. Generous in his size and wore his full ninja attire, presumably to go on a mission of sorts later on. Shikamaru wore more casual clothes with black ninja pants, white shirt, and a green hoodie. The stick for the lolly was poking from his mouth but he was busy rolling a cigarette. Only Asuma was to blame for his habit but everyone had long since stopped trying to persuade him otherwise. Ino was lost in her own thoughts. Her blond hair was closer to platinum blond while Naruto was, by all graces, yellow. She wore a purple combat Kimono which still revealed her legs and arms. The Yamanaka heir was certainly fitting to her title. She was very elegant and beautiful, over the years she had only matured and acted most like the heir than anyone in their age group. Of course, this came with downsides, she had been getting used to getting her own way and becoming a nasty thorn in many civilian lives.

"Whoa, who's that hot blond-shell over there?" Ino had looked down from her thinking to see Naruto jump down from the roof, although she did not recognise him immediately.

"That's Naruto." Shikamaru answered without even looking up.

"Wait? Hey Naruto! Over here!" Ino called over. She can't believe she thought he looked hot of all people but now the idea was in her head she felt a desire to claim him. Shikamaru gave her half a look indicating he already worked out what she was thinking but said nothing. Green light.

"Hey guys I am back."

"Took your sweet time." Choji complemented.

"Heh, I lear-"

"-Ya idiot, you didn't even say goodbye."

The Uzumaki was cut off as Ino practically jumped on him. Naruto was a little confused and somewhat uncomfortable. His prior interactions with Ino were strained at best. He had remembered her as someone who tried to belittle him at every given opportunity and to rub the Sasuke into his face. But miracles do happen as she looked into his eyes for a second too long and backed off.

Her hands tied themselves behind her back and she angled herself to maintain eye contact, leaning slightly. "Things grew very quiet without you."

"Psh please, it was still loud since you realised you wanted Naruto and would tell us daily." And she blushed up at that.

"W-w-what? H-how? I don't… why would you say t-that."

"He's right, almost as much as I talk about food." Choji added.

"You two are looking for a smack!"

"How do you think I knew who you were on about with 'blond-shell'?" Ino whacked both of her teammates heads in response. They both said 'ow' but their lack of reaction suggested there wasn't any real force behind her strikes. She turned to face Naruto. Who was apprehensively scratching the back of his head.

"So." She cleared her throat and looked innocent again. "You gonna tell me all about your travels?"

"Heh, later if it's alright to you? Just making the runs around everything right now."

"Sure, I understand. Don't keep a girl waiting though."

"Don't worry though I'll see you in the next couple days. Choji and Shikamaru too."

"It's cool." They both said in unison, while they wanted to hear these tales they didn't want to make an appointment. "We will just see you whenever."

"Sure, well there are many more people I want to see today."

He took a step back before taking to the roof tops. Once out of sight, Ino turned to face her team mates.

"What do you think? Me and him?"

"Urrgg make this stop."

"I'll not talk to you for a whole week if you make it happen."

"Done."

While Naruto was slowly making his way to his own house. Konohamaru had gotten himself caught in another trap not too far away from the blond hero. He had tangled himself in his blue scarf and then stapled upside-down to the side of a building by kunai. Walking towards him with an evil smirk was Hanabi herself. Twiddling a kunai in one of her hands.

"I swear I won't tell anyone. I promise. I-I promise on th… the Hokage." She cocked an eyebrow. "Err my dreams?" She was now directly in front of him. "My balls?" Konohamaru squeaked quietly. Looking up at the cold Hyuuga eyes that looked like they would bring death. 'Out of the pan and into the fire' he thought to himself as she just leaned down to whisper in his ear.

"Tell no one of what you saw, and I'll let you live? I think it's a good deal how about you?

"Uh hu." He nodded enthusiastically.

"And if you are a good boy I'll let you date me." She spoke as if it was an honour to be dating her but if the rumours were to be believed she never dated for long. That and Moegi would have his balls hung up on the wall as a trophy. He was really in it deep now. The Saratobi legacy was about to seal his fate when a noise distracted Hanabi. She looked down the alleyway that had been concealing this encounter. Without a word she leaped up and vanished. Just then Naruto landed by Konohamaru.

"Boss! This is the second time you've saved me."

"I thought I could hear you too. How did… how did you end up in this mess." Here he saw his pupil hanging upside-down, tied up in his own blue scarf, and had around fifteen kunai all pinning him to the wall.

"Err… playing ninja?" He gave Naruto a look, like the look a liar would give. Naruto nodded as he knew better than to pry any further. He had noticed that nearly half the kunai were within an inch off his groin.

"You're starting to be a bit too old for playing ninja." The blond folded his arms.

"Heh, tell me about it. Could you?" Naruto walked up and started pulling the kunai out of the wall. Careful not to let his student drop when he pulled the last kunai out.

"How's your rasengan going?"

"Eh slowly but…" The young lad quickly summoned a shadow clone and used his doppelganger to help him form a stable ball of spinning chakra. Naruto grinned and gave him thumbs up.

"Well done now you just need to move to one handed rasengan."

"That's the slow bit."

"Well one clone works for now. It is an A-rank super jutsu."

"Oh by the way, boss I made genin."

"Heh I noticed. Well done by the way. Seriously you've gone far from that brat who just stalked me." Little did Naruto know there was a second stalker all this time, but she was far superior with her stealth skills. Konohamaru gave a trademark grin and fiddled with his headband.

"I am also going out with Moagi, my team mate, although that is more low-key."

"I think that's sweet just don't let either of my sensei know because they will try to use you for their research." Naruto deadpanned at this, he knew Jiraiya well. He probably already knew.

"Will do, do you have anyone on your mind?"

Naruto was taken aback. A question simple enough but he had to think hard about it. "I'm not sure if I am honest with you. Hmm."

"Don't sweat it. Word on the street is many were missing you. I'd say sweep 'em up."

"P-people miss me?"

"Is it that hard? You're pretty dense boss."

"Hm I guess you're right. I'll keep an eye out. Now that you mention it I have been asked out about three times today and I've been mainly on the rooftops." Konohamaru got a sudden idea while Naruto was mumbling to himself.

"How about that Sakura girl? Your teammate? Be poetic." Not to mention beneficial to Konohamaru's health.

"Heh, I've loved her for the longest time, but I can't see her changing her tune."

"You really are dense."

"Hey!"

"Saying your name saved be earlier from Sakura. To be honest she has been very tense with me and Moegi. Perhaps you can relieve the tension." The young Saratobi wiggled his eye-brows suggestively.

Naruto was about to agree before the perverted side triggered. "You better not have been reading Icha-Icha."

"I never mentioned it. You did." Konohamaru now grinning from ear to ear and with a little drop of blood coming from his nose. He was a terrible liar.

Naruto had to stop himself before he got roped into a perv-off with his student.

"I'll finish this later, I would like to see how my ol' stomping grounds has changed."

"See you around boss. Thank you for saving my ass twice though."

"Hero always comes in at the last second. Ya know?"

Hanabi who was in ear-shot had been making sure Konohamaru did not snitch had managed to over hear the whole thing. 'He is utterly clueless. What my sister sees in him I have no idea. However, if I help her. Think of what she will do for me if I help her… I could get around this blackmail. Yes. Alright Hinata I'm going to win this little cold war.'

Naruto had to jump down for the last stretch before he could reach his house. The blond planned to drop off his things before heading to Ichiraku's for the best ramen to pass his lips in three years. Tradition was something of value and since he was only five years old he had seen the small restaurant as home away from home. Landing down on the street he walked calmly. Hands stuffed into his orange jacket and minding his own business. He knew the way home he could do it with his eyes closed. In fact, that was just as he did.

The Jinchuriki listened as he walked and heard the whispers of passers-by. Many hardly recognised him despite he could recognise them by voice alone. It hurt more that these people could be so hateful only to forget within a couple years. The street supported the less reputable members of society which never helped his case. A Naruto walked he heard the voices grow louder. A desire to lash out began to seep into his blood. Pure rage from the Kyuubi persuaded him to destroy those who would do what they did to a child.

A simple step to the side and he avoided a rock. Turned to walk up the stairs to his apartment. Passing the spray-paint that repeated demon over and over. No one he knew came this way. Save for his sensei and the late third Hokage, Hiruzen Saratobi. Even with his teammates he would always meet elsewhere and never show them this place.

For good reason. He did not even bother unlocking the front door. It had been broken by the latch. What did surprise him was not the damage inside, but how he did not recognise a few of the smashed things. The plate thrown across the floor were different colour altogether from what he remembered. The table used to be made of wood but this time it lay there in twisted metal and shards of glass. Even the paint over the walls had been replaced into a nice violet colour but the scorch marks still had ruined the effort.

It stung his heart to see such a gesture ruined by the asshole villagers. Naruto wished they would burn on large pikes rammed through their throats. Paying back in blood for what they constantly dished out on him. Being a ninja changed nothing. They only stopped confronting him in public but from the Jinchuriki's point of view that just made them all the more cowardly. And he agreed.

He took a step back and with a deep breath he calmed down and the red chakra that began to seep from his flesh also faded into the nothingness.

"I guess I have to be more careful over my anger." He spoke out-loud and left the mess that he called home. Whoever had done up his home could never be thanked now.

As the blond left he turned to the way he would normally go towards Ichiraku Ramen to fill up his appetite and mentally prepare himself for a lot of cleaning before he could find rest. Had he turned the other way he would have spotted Hinata.

She just stood in the middle of the street and with wide eyes she realised who she just saw. The feeling was nigh on indescribable. Like a bolt of energy to her heart, butterflies in her stomach and if she was honest, heat from certain regions. She could not help herself. A short sharp breath shot past her lips as she grew hotter still.

"You're back." She whispered to herself.