IMPORTANT! I posted this story several years ago just out of curiosity and it really became popular. It was my first story so I didn't have much writing experience. Well, several years later… I am much more confident and skilled in my use of words and grammer. So I have decided to revisit this story and revise it. I will fix my grammar, add more description, and maybe add in a few scenes to make it better. I also plan to combine some of my chapters so please if you have already read this story please read it again because it will be a little different but it will still retain all the qualities you loved from the first one! Please enjoy and if you have already reviewed please just send me a private message or something! I would really like to hear what you think of the new Sunflowers Revised!

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So basically Im a big naruhina fan and I have read a lot of these fanfics and I got tired of reading the ones where Naruto went from not noticing Hinata to being in love with her in like a day. We all know love is super complex and that it takes a while so im trying my luck to see how hard it to write a realistic naruhina fanfic. Good luck to me!

Oh and this takes place after episode 190. if you haven't seen it or you can't remember it just know that Naruto got his butt kicked by some magnetic guy and then Hinata comes in, rescues Naruto and kicks the crap out of the magnetic guy. Please enjoy my story!

Disclaimer: This is so pointless… who would sue me? Oh well… I do NOT own Naruto. Naruto and his likeness belong to whats-his-face in Japan. Although I joke he truly is a genius and has created one of the greatest stories in the world. Oh! And screw Twilight.

"…and that concludes my report, Lady Tsunade." Chouji said as he bowed slightly. He was standing beside Hinata in the Hokage's office with Tsunade sitting behind her desk. She was slouched in her seat and was working very hard on stifling a yawn.

"That's great, Chouji." Tsunade said sarcastically. She received a menacing glare from Shizune and she immediately straightened up and smiled. "I-I mean… You three did very well in completing your mission! It's not every day you run across three 'A' rank Rogue Ninja. I am very impressed with all of you…Including Naruto, who is recovering at the Konoha hospital."

Tsunade slammed her palms on the table and stood up. "Alright! I am officially changing your C-rank mission to an A-rank! That means a significant increase to your pay and I'll even throw in a short vacation for the three of you. You three will be exempt from missions for a few weeks. Rest well and make sure you stay in shape!"

"Yes, Lady Tsunade!" Hinata and Chouji said in unison, but as they turned to leave, Tsunade called out Hinata's name.

"Hinata? Would you please stop by the hospital and catch Naruto up to speed? And be sure to give him his pay." Tsunade said handing Hinata a small envelope.

"O-Ok…" Hinata lips slowly curved into a smile at the sound of Naruto's name. She felt a blush creep into her face as she envisioned being alone with Naruto in a small room. She placed the envelope in her pocket and walked out of the Hokage's office.

She stepped out of the building with a heavy sigh. Just what was she going to say to Naruto? She had to think of something before she got there otherwise she would just end up passing out again. Hinata rattled her brain trying to think of something clever to say to Naruto.

Meanwhile, Naruto was in his hospital bed covered with bandages. He had placed his headband on his lap and he was staring off in deep thought. When did she do it? When did Hinata get so strong? How did she defeat someone who almost killed me…...?

Hinata sneezed as she walked towards the Konoha hospital. As she walked, something bright caught her eye and she turned to see the Yamanaka flower shop. She stopped walking and thought to herself, Maybe I should buy him a flower…

A small bell rang as Hinata opened the front door. The sound startled Hinata, but she kept on walking into the store. Ino, who had been on the verge of falling asleep, immediately stood up put on a big smile. "Welcome to… Oh… It's just you, Hinata." Ino slumped back down and placed her head in her hands. "Do you need something?"

"Um… I would l-like to buy a f-flower please."

Ino smirked. "Really? Would this flower be for Naruto by any chance?"

Hinata gasped. "H-how did…."

"I heard he was in the hospital. Besides, you have it written all over your face. So what kind of flower do you want? You know, a rose can be a symbol for love and this violet here can be a symbol for seduction."

"N-No thanks!" Hinata said as she blushed deeply.

"The flower you pick has to send the right message!" Ino said, folding her arms.

"Um … I want a s-sunflower, please."

Ino stood straight up again. "A sunflower? That's not romantic at all! Why a sunflower?"

Hinata's blush grew deeper and she began to tap her fingertips together. "Well… a sunflower is bright and it stands out and … it reminds me of N-Naruto."

Ino gave her a smug smile. "Oh… I see how you are. Oh well, it's your money." Ino pulled a singled sunflower from the bunch and handed it to Hinata. Hinata placed her money on the counter and headed for the door. However, she stopped as Ino's voice called out to her.

"Hinata! Can I ask you something?"

"S-Sure. What is it?" She asked, turning around.

"What do you see in Naruto?"

Hinata's blush spread all over her face and she started nervously tapping her fingertips together again. "Well…. He's brave and very strong, both physically and emotionally. He is everything I want to be and he gives me the courage to stand out." And it all started back then…

Flashback

A young Hinata was walking towards the ninja academy with her father. Her small legs were shuffling frantically trying to keep up with her father's long stride. She kept looking up to her father hoping to earn a small smile from him, but she was always met with the same cold, hard stare.

Hiashi suddenly stopped and Hinata ran into the back of his leg. She tentatively peeped around his leg to see what had stopped her father.

"Good morning, Third." Hiashi said with a slight bow.

The Third Hokage pulled his pipe out of his mouth to respond to Hiashi. "Good morning, Hiashi." He smiled as he noticed Hinata peeking her head out from behind her father. "And good morning to you too, little Hinata."

"H-Hi" Hinata said meekly as she stepped out further from her father.

The Hokage grinned and kneeled down to be eye level with Hinata."So is this your first day of school?"

"Um... y-yes, sir"

"This is Naruto's first day too." The Hokage said pulling a young, blonde boy out from behind him.

The boy grinned widely and extended his hand. "Hello, my name is Naruto."

Hinata nervously retreated back behind her father's leg. "…H-Hi..."

Naruto followed her behind her father and gave her a curious look. "So what's your name?"

Hinata stepped around to her father's front in order to avoid contact with Naruto. "H-Hinata Hyuuga."

The Hokage laughed a deep throaty laugh as Naruto chased Hinata around her father's legs. "Looks like you made a friend, Hinata."

Hinata blushed as Naruto flashed her one of his trademark grins

"Now run along you two. You don't want to be late on your first day." The Hokage said shooing them both off towards the Academy.

"Come on Hinata!" Naruto shouted as he grabbed her hand and half dragged her towards the front door of the academy. Hinata's face erupted into a deep crimson blush as soon as Naruto touched her hand. His hand is so warm…

End Flashback

That was the first time someone truly noticed me… Hinata sighed happily.

"Helloooo? Earth to Hinata! Just what are you daydreaming about?" Ino called out, bringing Hinata back to reality.

"N-Nothing! Nothing at all…" Hinata lied.

Ino smiled coyly. "Don't lie to me, Hinata. I know you were fantasizing about Naruto! I'm sorry to say this, but just giving him a flower isn't enough to win him over. You are going to have to use some of your feminine charm."

Hinata gasped as she imagined Ino's implications. Her cheeks burned red and she suddenly ran out of the store. Ino shrugged as she watched Hinata disappear into the distance. Such a strange girl…There must be something special about Naruto… Ino shook her head and went back to work.

Meanwhile, as Hinata was walking towards the hospital her thoughts began to drift back towards Naruto. She clutched the sunflowers tightly against her chest and smiled softly. He was the only person who could cheer me up…

Flashback

Hinata and her entire Academy class were in a long rectangular training room with a small wooden post at the far end. The post had a small bulls-eye painted on it. The students were taking turns throwing their kunai at the wooden post attempting to hit the bulls-eye perfectly. So far, no body had succeeded.

When it was Naruto's turn, he eagerly stepped up and laughed loudly. "Watch this! I'm going to be the first one to hit the target!" Naruto reared back and hurled his kunai. It was a powerful throw, but it lacked accuracy. The kunai veered off to the right and missed the post entirely.

"Damn! I'll get it next time!" Naruto turned to see a blushing Hinata standing behind him. "Come on, Hinata. You give it a try."

"B-But Naruto….. I'm not very good…"

"Don't worry so much, you'll do fine."

Hinata stepped up to the line and threw her kunai. It flew straight, but fell short hitting the post a foot below the bulls-eye.

Hinata blushed and hung her head in embarrassment. However, Naruto grinned and slapped her on the back. "Good throw!"

"Wha... but I missed the bulls-eye..." Hinata said, giving Naruto a confused look.

"Hey, I didn't even hit the post! You only missed by a foot or so! Besides it's impossible to hit the bulls-eye perfectly."

Almost as if on cue, TenTen stepped up to the line and threw her kunai. Naruto looked back just in time to see it hit the bulls-eye perfectly with a loud thud.

Naruto stared at her with his mouth hanging open. "What the… but .. but you can't…. She just got lucky! That's it!"

Just then, Sasuke stepped up to the line and threw another perfect bulls-eye. Naruto cursed in frustration and stepped back behind the line. He threw another kunai at the post, but this one missed the post by an even wider margin than the first one. Naruto mumbled in fury as he continued to throw kunai after kunai. He didn't hit the post even once.

Hinata attempted to hold back her laughter as she watched Naruto's temper grow as he missed the post over and over again.

End Flashback

Hinata giggled silently to herself. He always knew how to make me smile… She suddenly stopped walking as she realized she was at the front gates of the hospital. Oh no! I'm already here and I still don't know what to say to Naruto! I need to find someplace quiet to think…

Hinata ran over to a nearby tea shop and sat down at one of the tables. She asked the waiter for several pieces of papers and some green tea. Both were brought to her within minutes. Hinata began to scribble some ideas on the piece of paper.

Naruto,
Here is your payout from the last mission. Nice weather we are having, huh?

Hinata frowned and crumpled up the piece of paper. No! That's too casual. I need to be more direct!

Hey, Naruto. How are your injuries? Wanna go out sometime?

Hinata shook her head vigorously and crumpled the paper again. That's not it either! I need to just come straight out and say it!

Hinata was focused so intently on her new piece of paper that she didn't even notice the person stepping up beside her.

"Hey there, Hinata. Writing a letter to someone?" Neji said placing a hand on Hinata's shoulder.

Hinata jumped nearly a foot in the air and quickly shoved the paper inside her pocket. "N-No! It was just a…uh… r-recipe! This green tea is really good." Hinata lied. She grabbed her cup and gulped down the scalding tea. She closed her eyes, ignoring the pain, and sighed as if she had just tasted something delicious.

Neji just stared as Hinata began to laugh nervously. "Anyways… I heard you just got back from a mission with Naruto. How did it go?"

Hinata choked and nearly sprayed her tea all over Neji's face. "Uh…I… I have to go!" She shouted as she set down her tea cup and bolted out the front door.

What's up with her? Did something happen? Neji thought with a frown, but as he got up to leave, a large lady stopped him.

"That'll be a thousand yen for the tea. Or do you plan on leaving without paying your tab?" The lady's eye twinkled and she flexed her large bicep.

Neji gulped. One thousand yen for just a cup of tea!

Meanwhile, Naruto was having some problems of his own.

"You're so stupid, Naruto!" Sakura yelled as she bopped Naruto in the head with a clipboard. Sakura had been visiting Naruto in the hospital and was currently "reprimanding" him for losing his fight on the last mission. "You almost got killed!"

"You think I don't know that?" Naruto yelled rubbing his injured forehead.

Sakura frowned and lowered her clipboard. "What would I have done if you had died? You are so lucky Hinata was there to save your butt!"

Naruto's eyes blurred as he drifted off in deep thought.

"Since when do you let yourself get beaten up so badly? Maybe you need more training… I'm sure Kakashi wouldn't mind-"

"Shut up! I don't need help. I can do it by myself!" Naruto yelled as he folded his arms stubbornly.

A vein in Sakura's forehead twitched. "Why, you little…"

KNOCK KNOCK

Naruto and Sakura both turned as the doors opened revealing a petrified Hinata."Um… h-hi Sakura." Hinata said with a blush, clearly not expecting her to be there. "Is this a bad time?"

Sakura noticed the flower gripped tightly in her hands and smiled inwardly. "Of course not, Hinata. I was just leaving." Sakura stepped towards the door but stopped suddenly to turn and wink at Naruto before leaving.

Naruto ignored her and turned his attention to Hinata. "Hey, Hinata! What's the flower for?"

Hinata's blush grew deeper. "Um… well... i-it's for you."

"Really? That's really nice of you Hinata. I guess I owe you one, huh?"

Hinata starts to stammer. "W-what do you m-mean, Naruto?"

"Well… you saved my life from that magnetic guy, remember? And you even found my headband." Naruto smiled warmly.

Hinata gulped and tightened her grip on the flower. "That reminds me. This is for you." Hinata handed the flower over to Naruto and he placed it next to his pillow. Then, before Naruto had a chance to reply, Hinata reached into her pocket and handed him a piece of paper.

Naruto gasped as he read the paper.

Dear Naruto,
Ever since the first day we met, I have been watching you. You have really inspired me to change. I guess what I am trying to say is that I really like you, Naruto.

"Tsunade wanted me to tell you..." Hinata trailed off as she noticed a blush on Naruto's cheeks. Her expression turned from confusion to horror as she realized what he was reading. My notes!

Naruto grimaced. "You're saying Tsunade wrote this?"

"No!" Hinata screamed, snatching the paper from Naruto's hands. Her face turned red as she handed Naruto the envelope. "This one is for you…"

Naruto frowned. "Then… What was that other piece of paper for?"

"A…p-prank?" Hinata closed her eyes and prayed Naruto would believe her bluff.

Naruto burst out laughing and Hinata sighed in relief. "That was a good one, Hinata! You totally had me going!" Naruto's grin grew even wider as he opened the envelope. "Whoa! That's a lot of cash!" Naruto held the money up to his nose and sniffed. "Ahhhh… it smells like ramen. Hey, Hinata?"

"Y-Yes, Naruto?"

"I think we should celebrate. Will you come with me to Ichiraku's? I need to talk to you."

Hinata blushed a deep shade of red and her heart started pounding. She felt dizzy. A d-date…with Naruto? Those were her last thoughts as the world started spinning and she passed out.

Well how was it? I hope you all enjoyed the changes I have made! And for those of you who are reading this for the first time, please forgive me, but I haven't revised the next few chapters yet. I should have them up in a few days or so. I won't be changing the plot or anything so feel free to keep on reading. I really hope you are enjoying my story and don't forget to check out my others!