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Chapter 19
Yay! Moving onto step 7! I'm going to warn you guys by saying that neither Shikamaru or Neji point that out in this chapter, so you'll just have to guess what it is (although I doubt it'll be that hard -_-;). lol Enjoy the update!
REVIEW REPLIES
ChibiBerry: He almost glared. Neji said it was the closest thing. lol And yes...an angry Sakura is a scary one. It makes me wonder if Tsunade did the right thing in teaching her how to punch like that. ^_^;
Dollyfear13: I'm really glad you like the way I'm writing this. ^_^ I do like the pairing of Kankuro/Kiba so a oneshot in the future is a possibility. There are so many pairings that I want to do a oneshot for though. My Naruto section is going to be jam packed with them. XD Thanks for the compliments!
Dying Dreams: It will happen as a side-fic oneshot eventually, I swear. Well, it was my dad's favorite episode (the one where the Tick gets a cold...) I'm really glad that you liked the chapter though. :D SPOOOOOOOOOOOOOON!! XD Sorry, couldn't resist...
Ino-chan: Your favorite chapter? Well, I'm glad to hear that. ^_^ I really hope you'll like this one too. ^_^ It will get written one day, I promise. I think I'm going to finish this fic first though. ^_^
hatsumomo: Yes, I'm sure his poor jaw will be hurting for days. And the way that Shikamaru took care of it is the best remedy. XD
TillThatTime: Your review is very much appreciated and I'm honored that you would take the time to do so. ^_^ I'm glad that you think I'm keeping the characters as IC as possible. I always love hearing that! And I'm corny too so I totally agree. XD Thank you again for all of the lovely and sincere compliments. I really appreciate them and I hope you'll enjoy this new chapter. :D
superwhore: There 8 steps, if you want to count the wedding night. If not, then this was the last one. XD lol I don't know if I'm the greatest, but I appreciate the fact that you think so. XD
AngelicChaos: I'm sure the bruising will be gone. Bruises usually don't last more than 2 weeks and he's got a little under a month. ^_^ And as fun as that would be to see, I'll have to pass. It just doesn't fit with the story. BTW, the SasuNaru fic probably won't come out till I'm done with this one.
Syake: I feel exactly the same way you do about children. I don't like them much either. XD Can you tell what step 7 will be? XD
Anaheyla: Yes, it was a rather mean thing to do. It did give him a reason to do that, but I'm sure he still wasn't happy that Sakura punched his fiance.
sethian: I do spoil you, but I can't help it. XD I appreciate your comments on my writing. Makes me giddy! :D I hope you'll enjoy this new chapter!
charmpit: I don't know if he'd let her do it twice as the second time would probably knock him out. ^_^; But I'm sure he loved the attention he received afterwards. XD
Zenith-Kaitou: Aw, thanks! I love you too! lol I hope you'll enjoy the update.
Im The Dobe: I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter and that you thought it was, as you said, hot at the end. ^_^
Admiral ShadowWolf: lol I like the "Awwww" sign! lol I'm sure you'll enjoy the wedding night just as much as as the past chapter. ^_^ Hopefully anyhow. And I'm sorry for distracting you for your story. ^_^;
qwerty: Hey, I thought it might work! lol Apparently it did to a degree... I hope you'll be happy with this chapter. ^_^
SG21: That is the biggest box I've ever seen. What are you going to give me for the chapter of their wedding night? XD j/k j/k I'm glad you enjoyed those aspects of the chapter. ^_^ I hope you'll enjoy this one as well.
jess249: lol I'm glad that you find this fic erotic. XD lol Yes, Sakura does punch hard and I'm sure you'll enjoy the side-fic when I get it done. I'll be sure to let everyone know! :D
ydjessy: I'm glad that you enjoyed the last chapter. :D I hope you'll enjoy this one just as much!
Drivven Labyrinth: *blush* Thank you! I'm sure he went and relieved himself when Neji fell asleep. :P
Murasaki008: *big blush* Wow, thank you! I'm really glad that you think so!! Yes there are a lot of pairings and I'm glad you approve of most of them. XD I really hope you'll enjoy the rest of the story. ^_^
LonelyDove: Aren't they? :D Just got to love them!
Serenity: I'm glad the tissues could be of some use. Just in case with this chapter...*hands over 5 boxes of tissues* ^_^;
D.A. Maxwell: Neji will get his chance to return the favors. I promise. XD I know! Almost 10000! Wow! I never expected it to be that popular! I'm glad that you're enjoying the story and I hope you'll like the new update!
Mina: Aw! *blush* Thanks! Here, have some tissues! I'm sure they're better than your hand. XD lol
Damp: She must have been very angry, ne? I'm glad that no one got killed. XD lol
Nickles: Well, I was about to tell you and then you told me not to tell you so I guess I won't tell you. XD lol I'm sure you'll figure it out soon enough. ^_^ Enjoy the new chapter!
Lith: I'm so glad that you enjoyed what I've put up since you last read. ^_^ It makes me very happy to know that. I hope you'll enjoy this update as well!! And addictions are NEVER bad things. *cough* lol
KatFO: Glad you liked the scene. :D Makes me happy! I hope you'll like the new chapter!
mihoshi05: *gives you blood* There. I'm sure you'll be fine now. :D Glad you liked the chapter and hope you'll like the new one!
Anon: I'm glad that you enjoyed the chapter. As much as people tend to hate Sakura, I don't so...she lives. :P lol I hope you'll enjoy the new chapter!
Lady Laran: Yes, a side fic. I hope it'll come soon enough for you. ^_^; That's the funny thing about her taking it so easily. That's why it astounded the others. XD lol Glad you enjoyed it!
ShikaChouFan4Life: That's right! No spilling of the secret! XD OK, so it's not really a secret anymore, but yeah...lol
yaoilovergirl: *blush* I'm glad that you think so. ^_^; You'll find out eventually where Shikamaru learned his skills. XD
MiZuNa: I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter. Unfortunately, Neji's the only one who gets that special treatment. XD I'm glad that you're liking it! I hope this new chapter is good too!
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Chapter 19
“You’re absolutely sure that this place is secluded?”
Neji watched as Shikamaru sighed. “Yes, Neji, no one’s going to bother us here.”
“But-“
Another sigh. “Neji, look at me. We’re in the Nara forest. No one but my family members are allowed in here. On top of that, no one comes out this far in the forest. Ever.”
“You’d better be telling the truth or-Ah!”
Neji threw his head back and his fingers curled into the grass as Shikamaru gave another sharp tug to his erection. Apparently, the Nara didn’t want to argue at the moment. As soon as Neji had felt that tongue on him, he didn’t want to either. There was still the base fear lingering in his head that someone would find them, but it was just barely keeping itself alive. Shikamaru had said that he wanted to go where Neji could scream at the top of his lungs and not worry about being heard.
So here he was, lying on a soft patch of grass in the Nara forest, with Shikamaru’s tongue running up and down his cock, firm hands keeping his hips pinned to the ground. The Nara was licking him like he was lollipop. When lips were wrapped around his head, Neji bit his tongue to keep himself from crying out. As much as Shikamaru wanted to hear it, Neji wasn’t going to let go of the hold he had on the only thing that would assure that someone didn’t come running.
A violent suck was enough for Neji to forget that and he let out a sharp cry, the sound ripping through his throat. He closed his eyes and tried to keep his body from thrashing as the sounds of the other reached his ears. It was so erotic and Neji wasn’t sure how long he could hold on. When the other started to bob, Neji was whimpering and shaking with his need to release. Yet he didn’t want it to end so quickly. Struggling, he retained his control and started to mewl when the other started to play with his balls.
Moaning, Neji’s hips jerked upwards, his muscles quivering with the intense pleasure he felt. He tensed when he felt something run lightly over his puckered hole and, despite his body’s wishes, he shot up to his elbows, looking down at the Nara. Shikamaru gave him a lazy look and gently prodded the hole again, eyes trying to get the other to relax. Taking a deep breath Neji laid back down again and forced himself to relax, which was very hard, considering the attention he was getting.
He winced when a finger pressed inside, keeping himself as calm as he could. At least the finger wasn’t dry. When Shikamaru had gotten it wet, he wasn’t sure, but it was making the digit slide in and out of him far easier. He whimpered when a second finger started to push in, but tried to focus his attention on the sucking of his cock. It wasn’t long before the slight pain became pleasure and Neji was bucking back against those fingers.
The Nara hit something deep inside that sent Neji screaming as white stars erupted in front of his eyes. Whatever the other had hit, it had felt so very good. His head was thrashing from side to side as Shikamaru rubbed against the thing again. Then he was deep-throated, swallowed. The Hyuuga couldn’t take it anymore. With a scream, he released into the other’s mouth, his body arching off of the ground and stars surrounding his vision.
Shikamaru swallowed all that the older male gave him, eyes closed and moaning as he continued to suck the dying erection, watching closely as the Hyuuga took erratic breaths, trying to regain all of the air he had lost. Pulling back, he licked his lips for any seed he might have missed and removed his fingers from inside of the other, not missing the disappointed sound the white-eyed nin made. He chuckled softly and made his way upwards to lie next to his slightly panting fiancé.
Without warning, Neji pulled the other down and pulled him down into a passionate kiss, catching his own flavor on his tongue. Shikamaru eagerly returned the gesture, not noticing how Neji’s knee was lifting up. Neji grabbed the other’s body and refused to let go when he started to rub his leg against the Nara’s erection. He didn’t care that his pants were still bunched by his ankles. All he was concerned with as getting the other off.
“N-Neji, stop that,” Shikamaru groaned, although his hips were pressing back eagerly.
“I don’t think so,” Neji whispered, keeping a tight hold on the Nara. “It’s high time I returned the favor.”
“But-“
Neji silenced him, kissing him again and moving his leg faster. It wasn’t long before Shikamaru shuddered, his fingers digging into Neji’s head as he came. Panting, he flopped down next to the other, eye closed and hair messy. Smiling, Neji reached down and pulled his pants back up before he lay exhausted on the grass as well. He admired the other’s face, his fingers lifting to gently run over the Nara’s cheek, loving the soft hum of appreciation.
“You realize I’m going to have to go home and change, don’t you?” Shikamaru asked softly, opening his eyes.
“Hn.” Neji smirked, sliding closer to the other. “I don’t mind. Besides you were going to have to change anyhow.”
Shikamaru grabbed Neji’s hand and intertwined their fingers, eyes staring straight into Neji’s. He leaned forward slowly and pressed a gentle, soft kiss to the other’s lips, pulling away just as slowly. Neji loved these moments. Where it was just the two of them, surrounded by nothing but peace and quiet. He loved it when the Nara would pull him close and simply hold him. He was always so tender, so loving. It was as close to hear those three special words as he had ever gotten.
“We should probably head back,” Shikamaru said quietly, running his fingers through Neji’s hair.
“What if I’d rather stay here with you?” Neji asked with his eyes closed.
Shikamaru chuckled. “I’m afraid we can’t do that. Besides, I need to change my clothes, thanks to you.”
Neji smirked. “You enjoyed it. I wasn’t letting you walk away this time. It wasn’t fair that I get to enjoy such pleasure and you not get to experience any.”
“But what if I wanted it that way?” Shikamaru asked.
“I don’t care,” Neji whispered. “It wasn’t fair.”
“Alright, alright,” Shikamaru chuckled. “Hang onto me.”
Neji wrapped his arms around the Nara and felt the other make some signs behind his back. They seemed to do this often lately, jumping from one spot to the next through a jutsu. He almost smiled when the soft, yet prickly grass turned into a soft mattress. Opening his eyes, he found them to be in Shikamaru’s room, lying together on his bed. He pulled back slightly only to look more fully at the face of the person he was going to marry.
“Less than a week, Neji,” Shikamaru stated, lifting Neji’s hand up to his lips and kissing the back of it. “Less than a week.”
Neji stared at the other for a moment before he lowered his eyes. “Do you regret your choice?”
“What?” Shikamaru asked, his brows drawing together in slight confusion.
“Do you regret choosing me instead of Hinata?” Neji asked much more softly.
Shikamaru paused for a moment before he grabbed Neji’s chin and forced the other to look at him. “No. I don’t. I never have and I doubt that I ever will.”
“But-“
“Neji,” Shikamaru interrupted, “I wouldn’t have been able to get along better with anyone else in this entire village. I’m happy that I’m going to get to spend the rest of my life with you. You won’t bitch at me like a woman.”
Neji let out a breathy laugh. “Maybe so. Although I’m acting like one at the moment, aren’t I?”
“You’re just nervous,” Shikamaru replied. “After all, this relationship of ours didn’t exactly start like most couples do.”
“No,” Neji said quietly. “It didn’t.”
Shikamaru smiled. “So no worries. Wouldn’t want you to get cold feet.”
Neji frowned. “I’m not going to run away from you on our wedding day.”
Shikamaru chuckled. “Glad to hear it. Now, I have to change. I don’t think Hinata would like to see a big cum stain leaking through my pants.”
Neji snorted. “You’re rather blunt, aren’t you?”
Shikamaru grinned as he got off the bed. “I only speak the truth. Anything else is troublesome. You’re not blushing as much anymore though. I guess that’s a good thing.”
“I’ve gotten used to your comments,” Neji smiled, rolling to the side of the bed and watching Shikamaru pull off his soiled pants and boxers. He couldn’t stop himself from staring as the other pulled on a clean pair of boxers before he pulled off his shirt, leaving him almost completely bare in front of the other. Neji wouldn’t have minded if he had been bare. It was so pleasant to watch the other undress. Nonetheless, they both did need to get ready.
“Ready to go?” Shikamaru asked once he was fully dressed in some of his nicer clothing. When Neji nodded, he walked over and grabbed the Hyuuga’s hand, leading him out of the room and down the stairs. He gave a polite nod of the head to the other’s parents, Shikaku nodding back and Yoshino giving him a small smile. She had been almost oddly accepting of him after the day on the hill. The thought made him pause. Had Shikamaru received a lecture that day? He had never found out.
“So, I’ve got to ask,” Shikamaru said as they walked down the streets of Konoha towards the Hyuuga compound. “Would you mind if you were forced to live on Nara property?”
“I don’t see why I would,” Neji stated. “It’s not as crowded as the Hyuuga estates I’m sure.”
“Not crowded at all,” Shikamaru replied. “Mom and dad say that there are plenty of spots in the forest where we could set up a house. If you wanted to that is.”
“I don’t have any other ideas of where we could set up a house,” Neji stated. “I doubt you’d want to live in the compound.”
“You’re right,” Shikamaru snorted. “Too much noise.”
Neji laughed as they entered the ‘noisy’ place, the pair making their way towards Neji’s bedroom. Once inside, the Hyuuga gestured for the Nara to sit on his bed. Opening his closet, his eyes scanned over his clothes before he started to strip from his current clothing. He was soon nude and was about to grab a fresh set of boxers when two strong hands wrapped around his wrists. The Hyuuga turned to face the other only to have a soft kiss placed on his neck.
“Shikamaru?” Neji asked softly, eyes closing to the attention.
“You really shouldn’t have invited me into the room,” Shikamaru whispered. “You’re too beautiful to resist.”
Neji blushed lightly. “You don’t know how hard it was for me to resist you…”
Shikamaru’s hands slid back up Neji’s arms and down his sides before resting on the Hyuuga’s hips. “Maybe, but you’re so much more…appetizing to the eyes.”
“If you don’t stop talking like that I’m going to get aroused,” Neji replied, tilting his head to the side to give the other more room for kisses.
“And as much as I’d like to get you in that state,” Shikamaru whispered, the kisses moving down to the other’s shoulder, “we do have a formal dinner to attend.”
“Well you’re making it incredibly hard to get ready,” Neji breathed, turning his head to look at the other.
“Shall I help you?” Shikamaru grinned, lifting his head to look at the other. “Or do you think that it would be too distracting to let me help you get dressed?”
Neji smirked. “It would probably be too distracting, but I don’t think I really care.”
Shikamaru chuckled and pulled out the pair of boxers that Neji had been reaching for. “Turn towards me.” The Hyuuga did so and wrapped his arms around the other’s neck. Shikamaru grinned and started to kiss the other, his free hand sliding down the other’s back and cupping an ass cheek before it grabbed a thigh and gently pulled it. Neji lifted his leg and obediently stepped into the boxers, shivering as Shikamaru’s hand crawled up his skin and let the underwear snap against his skin.
Shikamaru pulled away from the kiss and pushed Neji to arms length. “I think you’re going to need to finish dressing yourself. If I go any further, I’m sure I’ll only rip the clothes back off.”
Neji chuckled and turned back to the closet, grinning at the obvious reluctance of the Nara walking away from him. It wasn’t long before he was properly dressed and he made his way into his bathroom, pulling his hair back into a low ponytail. Once he was finished he walked back into his room and walked over to the Nara.
“Do I pass?” he asked jokingly, smirking.
Shikamaru stood up and wrapped his arms around Neji’s waist. “You exceed.”
Neji grinned and leaned in closer to the other till he was resting his head on the Nara’s shoulder. Shikamaru turned his head and placed a quick kiss to Neji’s forehead before his arms fell away from Neji’s body only to grab his hands. Neji smiled and pulled the other out of his room, hand tightening fractionally around the Nara’s. Shikamaru returned the little squeeze as the two of them made their way towards the formal dining hall.
“Do you think Hinata’s nervous?” Shikamaru asked.
“Undoubtedly,” Neji answered, “but I’m sure she’s just as ecstatic.”
“So, I’m curious, why didn’t we get a feast for our engagement?” Shikamaru questioned, looking down at his fiancé.
“Because I’m not of the main branch,” Neji replied softly.
“Then I’m really glad that I chose you,” Shikamaru smirked. “I don’t think I could handle being at one of these dinners and being the main attraction.”
Neji’s heart soared at the words. “Hm. I can guarantee that there will be some attention on us.”
“Of course there will be,” Shikamaru sighed. “We’re going to be sitting right next to Hinata after all.”
“That and our engagement is about to end,” Neji added.
“So I’m not going to get to be lazy, am I?” Shikamaru pouted. “Troublesome.”
Neji chuckled and turned to face the Nara before they entered the dining room. “If it makes you feel better, I can do most of the talking.”
“Why would you do that?” Shikamaru asked, raising an eyebrow.
“After all that you’ve done for me, I think it’s only fair,” Neji smiled.
Shikamaru sighed. “Neji, when it comes to a relationship, there’s no such thing as fair.”
Neji frowned. “What do you mean?”
Shikamaru smirked and grabbed the Hyuuga’s face. “In a relationship, there should only be giving. I’m giving you what I can and taking nothing for myself.”
“I don’t like that,” Neji stated. “Because when I try and give you something you tell me not to worry about it.”
Shikamaru paused. “You’re right. I have been selfish in that area of things.”
“Don’t you dare apologize for it,” Neji interjected. “Just let me give you things as much as you’re giving me.”
“If that’s what you really want,” Shikamaru said.
“It is,” Neji nodded, leaning forward and pressing a kiss on the Nara’s lips. “I suppose we should go in now, shouldn’t we?”
“One more thing,” Shikamaru grinned. He pulled Neji close and placed a soft, yet passionately chaste kiss on the other's lips. Neji moaned softly and gripped Shikamaru’s arms, eyes closing in his bliss.
“Hey, you two, practice for the big day later. You need to get in the hall.”
The pair broke apart and looked over to find Kiba smirking at them. Neji scowled slightly while Shikamaru just laughed, pulling away and grabbing the Hyuuga’s hand. Kiba snickered as he entered the dining room while the engaged couple followed shortly after him, Shikamaru grinning and Neji moving his face to be stoic again. They took their seats and Neji sighed as he watched Hiashi walk into the room, followed by Shino and Hinata. He let a small smile crawl on his face. Yes, things were definitely turning for the better.
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Oh, that was a twist, wasn't it? The smut was at the BEGINNING of the chapter. lol I'm so odd at times. ^_^
Keep the reviews coming! The wedding is next! O_O
REVIEW REPLIES
ChibiBerry: He almost glared. Neji said it was the closest thing. lol And yes...an angry Sakura is a scary one. It makes me wonder if Tsunade did the right thing in teaching her how to punch like that. ^_^;
Dollyfear13: I'm really glad you like the way I'm writing this. ^_^ I do like the pairing of Kankuro/Kiba so a oneshot in the future is a possibility. There are so many pairings that I want to do a oneshot for though. My Naruto section is going to be jam packed with them. XD Thanks for the compliments!
Dying Dreams: It will happen as a side-fic oneshot eventually, I swear. Well, it was my dad's favorite episode (the one where the Tick gets a cold...) I'm really glad that you liked the chapter though. :D SPOOOOOOOOOOOOOON!! XD Sorry, couldn't resist...
Ino-chan: Your favorite chapter? Well, I'm glad to hear that. ^_^ I really hope you'll like this one too. ^_^ It will get written one day, I promise. I think I'm going to finish this fic first though. ^_^
hatsumomo: Yes, I'm sure his poor jaw will be hurting for days. And the way that Shikamaru took care of it is the best remedy. XD
TillThatTime: Your review is very much appreciated and I'm honored that you would take the time to do so. ^_^ I'm glad that you think I'm keeping the characters as IC as possible. I always love hearing that! And I'm corny too so I totally agree. XD Thank you again for all of the lovely and sincere compliments. I really appreciate them and I hope you'll enjoy this new chapter. :D
superwhore: There 8 steps, if you want to count the wedding night. If not, then this was the last one. XD lol I don't know if I'm the greatest, but I appreciate the fact that you think so. XD
AngelicChaos: I'm sure the bruising will be gone. Bruises usually don't last more than 2 weeks and he's got a little under a month. ^_^ And as fun as that would be to see, I'll have to pass. It just doesn't fit with the story. BTW, the SasuNaru fic probably won't come out till I'm done with this one.
Syake: I feel exactly the same way you do about children. I don't like them much either. XD Can you tell what step 7 will be? XD
Anaheyla: Yes, it was a rather mean thing to do. It did give him a reason to do that, but I'm sure he still wasn't happy that Sakura punched his fiance.
sethian: I do spoil you, but I can't help it. XD I appreciate your comments on my writing. Makes me giddy! :D I hope you'll enjoy this new chapter!
charmpit: I don't know if he'd let her do it twice as the second time would probably knock him out. ^_^; But I'm sure he loved the attention he received afterwards. XD
Zenith-Kaitou: Aw, thanks! I love you too! lol I hope you'll enjoy the update.
Im The Dobe: I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter and that you thought it was, as you said, hot at the end. ^_^
Admiral ShadowWolf: lol I like the "Awwww" sign! lol I'm sure you'll enjoy the wedding night just as much as as the past chapter. ^_^ Hopefully anyhow. And I'm sorry for distracting you for your story. ^_^;
qwerty: Hey, I thought it might work! lol Apparently it did to a degree... I hope you'll be happy with this chapter. ^_^
SG21: That is the biggest box I've ever seen. What are you going to give me for the chapter of their wedding night? XD j/k j/k I'm glad you enjoyed those aspects of the chapter. ^_^ I hope you'll enjoy this one as well.
jess249: lol I'm glad that you find this fic erotic. XD lol Yes, Sakura does punch hard and I'm sure you'll enjoy the side-fic when I get it done. I'll be sure to let everyone know! :D
ydjessy: I'm glad that you enjoyed the last chapter. :D I hope you'll enjoy this one just as much!
Drivven Labyrinth: *blush* Thank you! I'm sure he went and relieved himself when Neji fell asleep. :P
Murasaki008: *big blush* Wow, thank you! I'm really glad that you think so!! Yes there are a lot of pairings and I'm glad you approve of most of them. XD I really hope you'll enjoy the rest of the story. ^_^
LonelyDove: Aren't they? :D Just got to love them!
Serenity: I'm glad the tissues could be of some use. Just in case with this chapter...*hands over 5 boxes of tissues* ^_^;
D.A. Maxwell: Neji will get his chance to return the favors. I promise. XD I know! Almost 10000! Wow! I never expected it to be that popular! I'm glad that you're enjoying the story and I hope you'll like the new update!
Mina: Aw! *blush* Thanks! Here, have some tissues! I'm sure they're better than your hand. XD lol
Damp: She must have been very angry, ne? I'm glad that no one got killed. XD lol
Nickles: Well, I was about to tell you and then you told me not to tell you so I guess I won't tell you. XD lol I'm sure you'll figure it out soon enough. ^_^ Enjoy the new chapter!
Lith: I'm so glad that you enjoyed what I've put up since you last read. ^_^ It makes me very happy to know that. I hope you'll enjoy this update as well!! And addictions are NEVER bad things. *cough* lol
KatFO: Glad you liked the scene. :D Makes me happy! I hope you'll like the new chapter!
mihoshi05: *gives you blood* There. I'm sure you'll be fine now. :D Glad you liked the chapter and hope you'll like the new one!
Anon: I'm glad that you enjoyed the chapter. As much as people tend to hate Sakura, I don't so...she lives. :P lol I hope you'll enjoy the new chapter!
Lady Laran: Yes, a side fic. I hope it'll come soon enough for you. ^_^; That's the funny thing about her taking it so easily. That's why it astounded the others. XD lol Glad you enjoyed it!
ShikaChouFan4Life: That's right! No spilling of the secret! XD OK, so it's not really a secret anymore, but yeah...lol
yaoilovergirl: *blush* I'm glad that you think so. ^_^; You'll find out eventually where Shikamaru learned his skills. XD
MiZuNa: I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter. Unfortunately, Neji's the only one who gets that special treatment. XD I'm glad that you're liking it! I hope this new chapter is good too!
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Chapter 19
“You’re absolutely sure that this place is secluded?”
Neji watched as Shikamaru sighed. “Yes, Neji, no one’s going to bother us here.”
“But-“
Another sigh. “Neji, look at me. We’re in the Nara forest. No one but my family members are allowed in here. On top of that, no one comes out this far in the forest. Ever.”
“You’d better be telling the truth or-Ah!”
Neji threw his head back and his fingers curled into the grass as Shikamaru gave another sharp tug to his erection. Apparently, the Nara didn’t want to argue at the moment. As soon as Neji had felt that tongue on him, he didn’t want to either. There was still the base fear lingering in his head that someone would find them, but it was just barely keeping itself alive. Shikamaru had said that he wanted to go where Neji could scream at the top of his lungs and not worry about being heard.
So here he was, lying on a soft patch of grass in the Nara forest, with Shikamaru’s tongue running up and down his cock, firm hands keeping his hips pinned to the ground. The Nara was licking him like he was lollipop. When lips were wrapped around his head, Neji bit his tongue to keep himself from crying out. As much as Shikamaru wanted to hear it, Neji wasn’t going to let go of the hold he had on the only thing that would assure that someone didn’t come running.
A violent suck was enough for Neji to forget that and he let out a sharp cry, the sound ripping through his throat. He closed his eyes and tried to keep his body from thrashing as the sounds of the other reached his ears. It was so erotic and Neji wasn’t sure how long he could hold on. When the other started to bob, Neji was whimpering and shaking with his need to release. Yet he didn’t want it to end so quickly. Struggling, he retained his control and started to mewl when the other started to play with his balls.
Moaning, Neji’s hips jerked upwards, his muscles quivering with the intense pleasure he felt. He tensed when he felt something run lightly over his puckered hole and, despite his body’s wishes, he shot up to his elbows, looking down at the Nara. Shikamaru gave him a lazy look and gently prodded the hole again, eyes trying to get the other to relax. Taking a deep breath Neji laid back down again and forced himself to relax, which was very hard, considering the attention he was getting.
He winced when a finger pressed inside, keeping himself as calm as he could. At least the finger wasn’t dry. When Shikamaru had gotten it wet, he wasn’t sure, but it was making the digit slide in and out of him far easier. He whimpered when a second finger started to push in, but tried to focus his attention on the sucking of his cock. It wasn’t long before the slight pain became pleasure and Neji was bucking back against those fingers.
The Nara hit something deep inside that sent Neji screaming as white stars erupted in front of his eyes. Whatever the other had hit, it had felt so very good. His head was thrashing from side to side as Shikamaru rubbed against the thing again. Then he was deep-throated, swallowed. The Hyuuga couldn’t take it anymore. With a scream, he released into the other’s mouth, his body arching off of the ground and stars surrounding his vision.
Shikamaru swallowed all that the older male gave him, eyes closed and moaning as he continued to suck the dying erection, watching closely as the Hyuuga took erratic breaths, trying to regain all of the air he had lost. Pulling back, he licked his lips for any seed he might have missed and removed his fingers from inside of the other, not missing the disappointed sound the white-eyed nin made. He chuckled softly and made his way upwards to lie next to his slightly panting fiancé.
Without warning, Neji pulled the other down and pulled him down into a passionate kiss, catching his own flavor on his tongue. Shikamaru eagerly returned the gesture, not noticing how Neji’s knee was lifting up. Neji grabbed the other’s body and refused to let go when he started to rub his leg against the Nara’s erection. He didn’t care that his pants were still bunched by his ankles. All he was concerned with as getting the other off.
“N-Neji, stop that,” Shikamaru groaned, although his hips were pressing back eagerly.
“I don’t think so,” Neji whispered, keeping a tight hold on the Nara. “It’s high time I returned the favor.”
“But-“
Neji silenced him, kissing him again and moving his leg faster. It wasn’t long before Shikamaru shuddered, his fingers digging into Neji’s head as he came. Panting, he flopped down next to the other, eye closed and hair messy. Smiling, Neji reached down and pulled his pants back up before he lay exhausted on the grass as well. He admired the other’s face, his fingers lifting to gently run over the Nara’s cheek, loving the soft hum of appreciation.
“You realize I’m going to have to go home and change, don’t you?” Shikamaru asked softly, opening his eyes.
“Hn.” Neji smirked, sliding closer to the other. “I don’t mind. Besides you were going to have to change anyhow.”
Shikamaru grabbed Neji’s hand and intertwined their fingers, eyes staring straight into Neji’s. He leaned forward slowly and pressed a gentle, soft kiss to the other’s lips, pulling away just as slowly. Neji loved these moments. Where it was just the two of them, surrounded by nothing but peace and quiet. He loved it when the Nara would pull him close and simply hold him. He was always so tender, so loving. It was as close to hear those three special words as he had ever gotten.
“We should probably head back,” Shikamaru said quietly, running his fingers through Neji’s hair.
“What if I’d rather stay here with you?” Neji asked with his eyes closed.
Shikamaru chuckled. “I’m afraid we can’t do that. Besides, I need to change my clothes, thanks to you.”
Neji smirked. “You enjoyed it. I wasn’t letting you walk away this time. It wasn’t fair that I get to enjoy such pleasure and you not get to experience any.”
“But what if I wanted it that way?” Shikamaru asked.
“I don’t care,” Neji whispered. “It wasn’t fair.”
“Alright, alright,” Shikamaru chuckled. “Hang onto me.”
Neji wrapped his arms around the Nara and felt the other make some signs behind his back. They seemed to do this often lately, jumping from one spot to the next through a jutsu. He almost smiled when the soft, yet prickly grass turned into a soft mattress. Opening his eyes, he found them to be in Shikamaru’s room, lying together on his bed. He pulled back slightly only to look more fully at the face of the person he was going to marry.
“Less than a week, Neji,” Shikamaru stated, lifting Neji’s hand up to his lips and kissing the back of it. “Less than a week.”
Neji stared at the other for a moment before he lowered his eyes. “Do you regret your choice?”
“What?” Shikamaru asked, his brows drawing together in slight confusion.
“Do you regret choosing me instead of Hinata?” Neji asked much more softly.
Shikamaru paused for a moment before he grabbed Neji’s chin and forced the other to look at him. “No. I don’t. I never have and I doubt that I ever will.”
“But-“
“Neji,” Shikamaru interrupted, “I wouldn’t have been able to get along better with anyone else in this entire village. I’m happy that I’m going to get to spend the rest of my life with you. You won’t bitch at me like a woman.”
Neji let out a breathy laugh. “Maybe so. Although I’m acting like one at the moment, aren’t I?”
“You’re just nervous,” Shikamaru replied. “After all, this relationship of ours didn’t exactly start like most couples do.”
“No,” Neji said quietly. “It didn’t.”
Shikamaru smiled. “So no worries. Wouldn’t want you to get cold feet.”
Neji frowned. “I’m not going to run away from you on our wedding day.”
Shikamaru chuckled. “Glad to hear it. Now, I have to change. I don’t think Hinata would like to see a big cum stain leaking through my pants.”
Neji snorted. “You’re rather blunt, aren’t you?”
Shikamaru grinned as he got off the bed. “I only speak the truth. Anything else is troublesome. You’re not blushing as much anymore though. I guess that’s a good thing.”
“I’ve gotten used to your comments,” Neji smiled, rolling to the side of the bed and watching Shikamaru pull off his soiled pants and boxers. He couldn’t stop himself from staring as the other pulled on a clean pair of boxers before he pulled off his shirt, leaving him almost completely bare in front of the other. Neji wouldn’t have minded if he had been bare. It was so pleasant to watch the other undress. Nonetheless, they both did need to get ready.
“Ready to go?” Shikamaru asked once he was fully dressed in some of his nicer clothing. When Neji nodded, he walked over and grabbed the Hyuuga’s hand, leading him out of the room and down the stairs. He gave a polite nod of the head to the other’s parents, Shikaku nodding back and Yoshino giving him a small smile. She had been almost oddly accepting of him after the day on the hill. The thought made him pause. Had Shikamaru received a lecture that day? He had never found out.
“So, I’ve got to ask,” Shikamaru said as they walked down the streets of Konoha towards the Hyuuga compound. “Would you mind if you were forced to live on Nara property?”
“I don’t see why I would,” Neji stated. “It’s not as crowded as the Hyuuga estates I’m sure.”
“Not crowded at all,” Shikamaru replied. “Mom and dad say that there are plenty of spots in the forest where we could set up a house. If you wanted to that is.”
“I don’t have any other ideas of where we could set up a house,” Neji stated. “I doubt you’d want to live in the compound.”
“You’re right,” Shikamaru snorted. “Too much noise.”
Neji laughed as they entered the ‘noisy’ place, the pair making their way towards Neji’s bedroom. Once inside, the Hyuuga gestured for the Nara to sit on his bed. Opening his closet, his eyes scanned over his clothes before he started to strip from his current clothing. He was soon nude and was about to grab a fresh set of boxers when two strong hands wrapped around his wrists. The Hyuuga turned to face the other only to have a soft kiss placed on his neck.
“Shikamaru?” Neji asked softly, eyes closing to the attention.
“You really shouldn’t have invited me into the room,” Shikamaru whispered. “You’re too beautiful to resist.”
Neji blushed lightly. “You don’t know how hard it was for me to resist you…”
Shikamaru’s hands slid back up Neji’s arms and down his sides before resting on the Hyuuga’s hips. “Maybe, but you’re so much more…appetizing to the eyes.”
“If you don’t stop talking like that I’m going to get aroused,” Neji replied, tilting his head to the side to give the other more room for kisses.
“And as much as I’d like to get you in that state,” Shikamaru whispered, the kisses moving down to the other’s shoulder, “we do have a formal dinner to attend.”
“Well you’re making it incredibly hard to get ready,” Neji breathed, turning his head to look at the other.
“Shall I help you?” Shikamaru grinned, lifting his head to look at the other. “Or do you think that it would be too distracting to let me help you get dressed?”
Neji smirked. “It would probably be too distracting, but I don’t think I really care.”
Shikamaru chuckled and pulled out the pair of boxers that Neji had been reaching for. “Turn towards me.” The Hyuuga did so and wrapped his arms around the other’s neck. Shikamaru grinned and started to kiss the other, his free hand sliding down the other’s back and cupping an ass cheek before it grabbed a thigh and gently pulled it. Neji lifted his leg and obediently stepped into the boxers, shivering as Shikamaru’s hand crawled up his skin and let the underwear snap against his skin.
Shikamaru pulled away from the kiss and pushed Neji to arms length. “I think you’re going to need to finish dressing yourself. If I go any further, I’m sure I’ll only rip the clothes back off.”
Neji chuckled and turned back to the closet, grinning at the obvious reluctance of the Nara walking away from him. It wasn’t long before he was properly dressed and he made his way into his bathroom, pulling his hair back into a low ponytail. Once he was finished he walked back into his room and walked over to the Nara.
“Do I pass?” he asked jokingly, smirking.
Shikamaru stood up and wrapped his arms around Neji’s waist. “You exceed.”
Neji grinned and leaned in closer to the other till he was resting his head on the Nara’s shoulder. Shikamaru turned his head and placed a quick kiss to Neji’s forehead before his arms fell away from Neji’s body only to grab his hands. Neji smiled and pulled the other out of his room, hand tightening fractionally around the Nara’s. Shikamaru returned the little squeeze as the two of them made their way towards the formal dining hall.
“Do you think Hinata’s nervous?” Shikamaru asked.
“Undoubtedly,” Neji answered, “but I’m sure she’s just as ecstatic.”
“So, I’m curious, why didn’t we get a feast for our engagement?” Shikamaru questioned, looking down at his fiancé.
“Because I’m not of the main branch,” Neji replied softly.
“Then I’m really glad that I chose you,” Shikamaru smirked. “I don’t think I could handle being at one of these dinners and being the main attraction.”
Neji’s heart soared at the words. “Hm. I can guarantee that there will be some attention on us.”
“Of course there will be,” Shikamaru sighed. “We’re going to be sitting right next to Hinata after all.”
“That and our engagement is about to end,” Neji added.
“So I’m not going to get to be lazy, am I?” Shikamaru pouted. “Troublesome.”
Neji chuckled and turned to face the Nara before they entered the dining room. “If it makes you feel better, I can do most of the talking.”
“Why would you do that?” Shikamaru asked, raising an eyebrow.
“After all that you’ve done for me, I think it’s only fair,” Neji smiled.
Shikamaru sighed. “Neji, when it comes to a relationship, there’s no such thing as fair.”
Neji frowned. “What do you mean?”
Shikamaru smirked and grabbed the Hyuuga’s face. “In a relationship, there should only be giving. I’m giving you what I can and taking nothing for myself.”
“I don’t like that,” Neji stated. “Because when I try and give you something you tell me not to worry about it.”
Shikamaru paused. “You’re right. I have been selfish in that area of things.”
“Don’t you dare apologize for it,” Neji interjected. “Just let me give you things as much as you’re giving me.”
“If that’s what you really want,” Shikamaru said.
“It is,” Neji nodded, leaning forward and pressing a kiss on the Nara’s lips. “I suppose we should go in now, shouldn’t we?”
“One more thing,” Shikamaru grinned. He pulled Neji close and placed a soft, yet passionately chaste kiss on the other's lips. Neji moaned softly and gripped Shikamaru’s arms, eyes closing in his bliss.
“Hey, you two, practice for the big day later. You need to get in the hall.”
The pair broke apart and looked over to find Kiba smirking at them. Neji scowled slightly while Shikamaru just laughed, pulling away and grabbing the Hyuuga’s hand. Kiba snickered as he entered the dining room while the engaged couple followed shortly after him, Shikamaru grinning and Neji moving his face to be stoic again. They took their seats and Neji sighed as he watched Hiashi walk into the room, followed by Shino and Hinata. He let a small smile crawl on his face. Yes, things were definitely turning for the better.
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Oh, that was a twist, wasn't it? The smut was at the BEGINNING of the chapter. lol I'm so odd at times. ^_^
Keep the reviews coming! The wedding is next! O_O