Another World | NejiTen

Chapter 8 | Mixed Feelings

Quote by William Shakespeare. Credit to the art goes to the artist, editing credit goes to me. :3

I love the quote, and I think Neji needs to learn the meaning of it.

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"Tenten," Neji murmured.

"Yes?" I asked, turning towards the Hyuga, who had a serious look on his face. We were sitting on a tree branch, staring at the setting sun. It was nice and peaceful, just the two of us.

"What is your thought on freedom?"

That was a confusing question for me. I had never thought of it much. "I honestly don't know, Neji. I guess it's an...opportunity?"

Neji then asked, "What is your thought on destiny?"

"I think that only you can decide what your destiny is. No one can do it for you. You choose your own fate," I replied, "Even if others pressure you to do something or lock you in a cage, you can still find freedom. However, if you hold on to the belief that fate was already chosen for you, you'll never find true freedom."

He nodded, perhaps thinking of what I had said. I smiled at him and ran my fingers through his long, soft hair. Neji gave me an irritated look, making me chuckle as I began to braid his hair. 

"How do you keep your hair this soft?" I asked.

Neji shrugged, murmuring, "It's a Hyuga thing."

I smiled as I continued to braid his hair. When I finished, I tied it at the end, admiring my work. "Done," I whispered. 

Neji turned towards me, our faces only inches apart as our eyes met. His eyes were beautiful, and his skin was flawless. I had a sudden urge to reach out and caress his cheek. "Neji," I breathed.

"Tenten," He whispered back, his voice as perfect as his features.

In a split second, his lips were on mine. 

Neji observed the sleeping woman quietly. Her lips were the perfect shade of pink, her cheeks were rosy and flushed, and her hair was spread out on the pillow in perfect waves. In his eyes, Tenten looked beautiful. Her lips parted, and she whispered one word, "Neji..."

He frowned, wondering why she said his name in her sleep. Neji checked the time on his phone, which read 4:12. The sun was streaming through the windows, lighting up the room in hues of yellow and gold. Gently, he reached over to the brunette and shook her shoulder. 

"What?" Tenten mumbled, peeking open one eye. She looked startled for a moment before remembering the events in Ino and Temari's dorm. "What time is it?"

"It's 4:12 in the afternoon," Neji replied. 

"Oh," Tenten replied, getting out of bed and grabbing a change of clothes from the closet. Once she changed in the bathroom, she came out and checked her phone. She had a text from Ino saying the girls are all going out to dinner at 5:00. "Well, I have a bit of time," She murmured to herself as she plopped down on her own bed and texted Ino back. Ino informed her that they were meeting in the lobby and Tenten gave a quick reply before scrolling through social media. At 5:55 she grabbed her purse with her phone and key card before heading out the room.

"Where are you going?" Neji asked.

"Dinner with the girls," Tenten replied, earning a nod from Neji. She closed the door behind her and headed towards the elevator. She got in, clicking the button to the lobby. As soon as she stepped out, she was greeted by Ino and Temari.