Okay, this is my first fanfic so I decided to go with a songfic for my favorite Knuckle-Head ninja and the Hyuga heiress (Long live NaruHina). I know that this song has been done for the NaruHina couple a number of times, but it fits so well that I couldn't help myself. This takes place after the time skip. Constructive criticism is accepted. Now, on with the Fanfic ….

"Talking."

"Singing."

'Thinking.'

"More than one person singing."

The Plan.

It was July 2nd in Konoha, and all the villagers were busy preparing for the huge fireworks display that was planned for Independence Day. Over at Ichiraku Ramen, Jiraiya was busy devouring a bowl of pork ramen. Hearing a rush of air next to him, Jirayia turned to see Kakashi, Gai, Kurenai, Asuma, and Tsunade each teleport in and grab a seat next to him.

"Well, if it isn't my favorite Jonin and our prestigious Fifth Hokage," the Toad Sannin said sarcastically. "Oh, hey Jiraiya," said Kakashi and Tsunade almost simultaneously. "So, what's up," Jirayia asked, beginning to wonder why the five of them had even shown up.

"Its Naruto," replied Kakashi nonchalantly. "Ever since his run-in with Sasuke, he's been really depressed. In fact, the only time I've seen him relax is when he's around either Sakura, Sai, or Hinata; especially around Hinata. He acts kinda apprehensive when he's around her."

"I've noticed that as well," Kurenai injected. "Hinata has been so happy since she and Naruto have been hanging out more." At this news, Jirayia grinned widely and began to chuckle to himself. "I knew that this was bound to happen," he said. "While we were gone training, Naruto told me that he had feelings for Hinata, now it seems as though they're both equally as shy about it."

"Well, I guess its time to lend this couple a hand," said Tsunade, to everyone's surprise. "I agree," said Gai. "It would be foolish for those two to deny their youthful love for one another any longer!" At his statement, the whole group sweat dropped, though they had to concur with him. After they got over Gai's idiocy, they where all lost in thought, thinking of a way to get Naruto and Hinata together.

"I'VE GOT IT!" Jiraiya shouted, startling everyone present. "We can have Naruto escort Hinata to this lagoon I found in the forest for the fireworks on the 4th! It has a perfect view of the night sky. Then we can keep watch in the brush to help get them together."

"Yeah, but we'll have to disguise it as a mission or Naruto won't take the bait," Kakashi pointed out. At that, Jiraiya had to agree with him. They all turned to Tsunade, who was in the middle of finishing her bowl of ramen, and looked at her sympathetically. "Oh, alright," she replied a bit annoyed. "I'll set it up."

"Set what up?" said a voice behind the group. Slowly, they turned to see that Naruto Uzumaki himself had just arrived. He took his place on a stool to the right of his teacher and ordered a bowl of the house special. "So what where you guys talking about?" he inquired as his meal arrived.

"Well, we were… talking about a new mission for you," said Kakashi in a relaxed tone. When the others looked at him like he was nuts, he gave them a look that said/though 'relax guys, I got this.' Upon hearing the Copy Ninja's word, Naruto zipped over to him with an excited look on his face. "Really Kakashi-sensei? What kinda mission are we talkin'about here? Fighting Sound ninja, rescuing a village from certain death, come on tell me!!"

"Alright Naruto, your mission is take Hinata to a certain spot so that she can watch the upcoming fireworks. You also need to stay with her to make sure that she's safe."

At this news Naruto was taken back a bit. 'M-m-me, a-a-a-and Hinata? Go watch the fireworks, together? Oh, why me!? How am I gonna do this, what if I screw it up, what if Hinata doesn't like me? I'm dead!' Naruto thought pitifully. "Um, Kakashi-sensei? Couldn't someone else take care of this mission? I mean, I don't think I'm the right guy for this one."

"Nonsense Naruto, you're perfect for this mission. Besides, everyone else will be busy that night."

"O-o-okay," Naruto replied shakily. "I'll do it." At this point, Naruto was flipping out about what he was gonna wear and how he would go through with this "mission." While he finished his ramen, Kakashi turned to the others and gave them a thumbs-up, which they returned. They knew the plan, and were ready to get it underway.

Later that night at the Hyuga mansion, Kurenai told Hinata that she was going to be seeing the fireworks with her Naruto-kun on the 4th. The Hyuga heiress' squeals of excitement could still be heard as Kurenai walked home with Asuma. She smiled inwardly, knowing that they had a lot of preparation ahead of them. But she knew it was all worth it. She couldn't wait 'till the 4th. Across town, Naruto sat on his windowsill, silently thinking of his beloved Hinata. 'What am I gonna do?" he thought to himself. 'Kit, you just need to be yourself and relax," the Kyuubi replied from within Naruto's mind. Yet while Naruto was appreciative of the Fox's encouragement, he still couldn't help but feel nervous.