A/N: Ok, this is my first fanfic! So don't expect the best!

Disclaimer: I DO NOT own Naruto, and everyone knows Masashi Kishimoto does!

"Speaking"

Thinking

Jealousy

Chapter 1 - Rejection

As usual, Team Gai were training hard through the day. And it was now nightfall. They were all exhausted, however Gai and Lee didn't seem to be affected at all.

"Okay! Good work all of you! It seems like all of you have a lot of youthfulness today!" said an overjoyed Gai.

"Thank you Gai-sensei! I appreciate it so much!" replied Lee, with tears falling from his face.

Tenten and Neji just looked on at the "special moment" their team mate and sensei were having. They decided to walk off to leave the pair alone.

"Hey, Gai-sensei's right, you were really good today Neji." Tenten grinned.

"Hn…" was Neji's reply. But inside Neji was hiding his secret joy.

"So what you gonna do now?"

"Just head back to the branch compound." Neji told Tenten with his expressionless face.

"Okay."

"Why did you ask anyway? Unless you planned something?" Neji smirked.

A blush appeared on Tenten's face. She looked to the ground at back to Neji. "Uh, course not! I was just wondering! And why have you got that smirk on your face anyway!"

"Just do." said a swift Hyuuga.

"Well, I'd better be going too! Hehe! See ya tomorrow Neji!"

And off she went, leaving the Hyuuga prodigy standing all alone.

"Tenten! Wait!" shouted a desperate Neji.

She turned around to see his face right next to hers. Once again, she blushed. Why is Neji doing this? It's getting annoying but nice at the same time. Wait, did I just think that?! No way, I can't enjoy this! He's my team-mate! She shook her head and went back to reality, back to a very close Neji.

"Uh, what is it, Neji?" asked an uncertain kunoichi.

"Can I walk you home tonight?"

"Uh, erm, sure!" replied a very red and shocked Tenten.

"Ahh! The power of youth has grown between my two students!" yelled Gai, doing his famous shining-teeth-and-thumbs-up pose.

"Oh yes, I knew it all along! They were meant for each other! Only if Sakura would feel the same way!" said a tearful Lee.

"Don't worry Lee! You'll find you perfect woman some day!" replied Gai.

"Yes! Of course I will! Thank you so much, Gai-sensei!"

They were hiding behind the trees, as they wanted to eavesdrop on the rest of their team. And they were very satisfied with what they heard. They had had enough gossip for the day and were ready to spread their information.

(Back to Neji and Tenten…)

They were walking back to Tentens' apartment, not talking. However, Tenten seemed sure to break the silence, even though she was blushing madly.

"Uh, Neji, what makes you want to walk me home today?" asked a very flustered kunoichi.

Neji was very startled by her sudden question, but as a Hyuuga, he stayed calm and collected. But under his calm exterior, he was red as a tomato.

"Well, you seemed exhausted and looked like you needed some company."

She took that as a lie and was determined to find out the real reason. He is totally lying! I've been more tired than today, and he never even noticed! He is soo hiding something!

"Uh, right, ok."

They carried on walking in silence. Until finally, they reached the front door of Tenten's apartment.

"Uh, well, this is my stop. See ya tomorrow!" said a relieved Tenten.

She opened her door and walked in. She was just about to close the door behind her.

"Wait! Tenten!" shouted a nervous Neji.

The girl turned around to see Neji staring at her with his blank lilac eyes.

"Erm, yeah?"

"Well, I've been thinking a lot and I… I… erm" (A/N: Sorry, I know it's OOC!)

Tenten was surprised to hear Neji stuttering like Hinata. It was something she never expected from someone like Neji Hyuuga.

"Well, sorry Neji, I'm really tired and I can't really wait all night." said Tenten, yawning.

"No, I mean erm… like we've been team-mates for a long time and I feel that our bond has grown, so erm, I'm kinda hoping that you'd like to go out sometime. But not as friends."

Tenten was shocked and speechless. The Neji Hyuuga had just asked her out! Oh… My… Gosh! He has just asked me out! I'm in heaven! Wait, but what will happen if it doesn't work out? We'd never speak to each other again! And who would I train with? No, I can't go out with him, our friendship is precious, and if that's broken, then I'd be devastated. Ok, final decision Tenten! No!

"Well, uh, erm, I'm really shocked, but I'm sorry. I don't think it's best if we go that extra step. Maybe it's best if we stayed as friends." replied the uncertain kunoichi.

"Uh, ok, you're probably right. I'd better get going. Bye." said the prodigy.

"Hey, there's plenty more girls out there for you more deserving than me!" grinned Tenten. Her face was all smiles, but her heart was all messed up.

He started to walk but just felt like he had to run, so he did. However, the sky wasn't on his side. He felt little raindrops on his head, and soon enough it was pouring down. Thunder roared through the sky. It was like the God was showing his emotions for him.

I can't believe it! I thought she'd say yes. Damn it! Why?! I'm so damn angry! She will be mine – one way or another! And I don't care what I have to do!!

He reached the Hyuuga compound and went through to his bedroom. He let his anger get the better of him. He picked up a precious picture of him and his true love and smashed it to the floor.

A/N: Well, what dyu think? I know sad but it'll get better - promise! If you want me to carry on then gimme a comment!!!

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