𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐋, 𝐧𝐞𝐣𝐢 𝐡.

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─◌✰್ chapter eleven ;; romance

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ੰ YOU'RE CAUSING A SCENE, BEAUTIFUL.
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"I... um..." You looked down at the chocolates, embarrassed to have been put on the spot like that. You wanted to give Neji the chocolates in an intimate setting, where you two could hug and maybe even kiss without having anyone say anything.

"What does it matter?" Toshiro crossed his arms over his chest. "We're not asking you who you gave your chocolates to."

"Well, if you're curious, I gave them to Neji."

You pursed your lips together, beginning to walk away. You didn't want to be surrounded by that anymore, so you decided to just leave.

Neji looked back, watching as you walked past him without a glance. "Ah—, I'll talk to you guys later."

He then almost tripped over his own feet, running to catch up with you. Tenten huffed, rolling her eyes.

"Whatever." She muttered.

Toshiro wrapped his arm around Inochi's neck, beginning to walk off as well. However, he couldn't leave without making sure Tenten heard him when he said,

"I don't like you. You're weird."

And with that, they left.

"Shiro, did you have to do that?" Inochi questioned, leaning into his touch.

"Yes! She's treating Y/n so weirdly, she literally just walked off!"

"I know... I guess you're right."

"Of course I'm right, blondie." He smiled.

Meanwhile, Neji wasted no time in catching up to you. He was quick to place his hands on your shoulders, stopping you in your tracks. You were so embarrassed, you just wanted to cry. You couldn't help but be overwhelmed.

You sighed lowly, blinking away any tears that wanted to spill over your eyelids. You allowed yourself to lean back on Neji, his hands moving down your arms and around your waist.

"Y/n, what's wrong?" He whispered.

"...I wanted to give my chocolates to you, Neji. They were supposed to be a secret until we got somewhere private."

"Aw, is that what you're so upset about?" He teased.

You frowned. "Let go of me."

"No way~. You got me chocolates, you're so sweet." He said.

"Did you do this to every girl who gave you chocolates?"

"Just you." He chuckled, turning you around so you'd face him. "Y/n,"

"Yes?"

"Will you go on a date with me? T-Tonight, if you're free."

"For real?!" He watched as your face instantly lit up.

"Yeah, I mean..."

"Yes! Yes, I will!" You smiled, hugging him tightly and jumping up and down.

"Okay, okay!" He laughed. "You're causing a scene, beautiful."

"I'm sorry~, I'm just so excited. Should I dress casually? Fancy?"

"However you want."

You nodded your head, placing a hand on his chest. "I won't disappoint."

"I bet you won't." Neji said, lifting your head so he could give you a sweet kiss on your neck.

Suddenly, you couldn't wait to go home. You were so excited, you had a smile on your face all day. You eventually forgot about Tenten and the things she said, because your mind was so full of the fact that Neji was going to be yours for the night.

You could just imagine how good he'd look. It's no secret that Neji takes care of himself. Just thinking about how good his face would look up close, the outfit he'd wear, the way he would touch you once you two were finally all by yourselves.

Eagerly, you twirled your pen around through your fingers, leg bouncing up and down. You couldn't contain the excitement, the grin on your face quite clearly displaying that. Class couldn't be over any sooner, you thought.

"Y/n?" The teacher called out.

"Uhm—, a decrease in inflation, sir." You spoke. "M-May I be excused?"

"That is correct, and you may."

You hurriedly packed your belongings, slinging your bag over your shoulder as you made your way out of the classroom. You took the chance to text Toshiro, hoping he'd drive you around to where you wanted. You often had Masagi drive you to school if Neji didn't because of how happy he'd be when you wanted to spend any kind of time with him. Meanwhile, Toshiro drove himself, Inochi, and Saya in his car.

Luckily, Toshiro agreed to your request, being that he didn't feel like being in school at the time.

So, he took you to the places you wanted. You first asked to go to the nail salon. Upon begging, he reluctantly agreed to get his nails done as well. Although, it was only a trim and a clear coat. That was only the beginning of the regret he felt.

You then asked him to go get a facial with you. He didn't even know what a facial was. Despite his lack of knowledge of skincare, his skin happened to be clear and soft. As the 'good brother' he was, he went along with your wishes and got a facial.

It was awkward, he said, but it felt nice.

Your next stop was to the mall. A new dress and a matching set of underwear were what you were looking for. However, Toshiro felt very awkward while you chose out a new pair of underwear.

"Y/n, this is embarrassing..." He muttered, bringing his hoodie over his head.

"You're making it embarrassing."

"The women are looking at me."

"They think you're cute, duh."

"...I'm not really into girls."

"You look like it."

"Huh—?! W-What's that s'posed to mean?"

"Mm? Nothing. But anyway, they don't know that."

"I'm not into anything." He pouted. "Just my blondie! That's it..."

"I know. All too well, honestly." You sighed. "Do you think Neji will like these?"

"How the hell am I supposed to know? And he has no business even seeing your undies." He snatched the pair from your hands.

"Hey, give it back!" You frowned, getting on your tippy toes to try and reach his height.

"No way. Go wear some boxers or something."

You clicked your tongue against the roof of your mouth, balling your fist. You then forcefully pushed it into his stomach, any strength in his body immediately faltering. He stumbled backward, holding onto his abdomen in pain. The pair of underwear had fallen from his hands and onto the ground, a pained whimper slipping past his lips.

"S-Sorry." He muttered.

You hummed, picking the pair off of the ground and walking away.

He sighed. "Jeez, you're somethin' else, Y/n."