Author's Note: Hi Hi! Raye Sun here. The plot bunnies in my brain were attacking me to write this story despite the fact that they seem to want to ignore my other story: Against All Odds. So, if any of you nice people want to pop over to my other Naruto story after you've read this and give me ideas, there will be cookies waiting for you! The title of this story comes from a pretty well known book/movie which happens to be one of my mom's favorites. Although I've never read the book or seen the movie, she's told me about it and the title seems to fit. Thanks! Please review!

"Human Talking"

'Human Thoughts'

"Demon Talking"

'Demon Thoughts'

Disclaimer: I don't own any Naruto characters but any original characters you see were created by ME!

Warning: Mention of rape! If you don't like it, don't read it! I will ignore all flames from people who were in too much of hurry to pay attention to the warning!

Note: This fic takes place when the rookie nine are seventeen. Naruto has brought Sasuke back to Konoha after defeating Orochimaru. Itachi is still alive and the Akatsuki have yet to be defeated. All the rookie nine (excluding Sasuke) are jounins as well as Rock Lee, TenTen, and Neji Hyuuga.

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Hinata lay curled on the forest floor clutching her legs to her chest. Her clothing was ripped and barely covered her shaking frame. Tears streamed from her lavender eyes. She wasn't strong enough… She fought and trained so hard to finally achieve the rank of Jounin, but it wasn't enough… At seventeen, she was no longer the weak child her father thought her to be, but still… 'Naruto-kun will never want to look at me now…'

(Flashback)

Hinata was returning to Konoha after her first solo mission. It was a fairly simple scroll-retrieval mission but she had still encountered some enemy ninjas. She was less than half a day from the Village Hidden in the Leaves when she stopped to rest.

She found a dry spot to settle down and start a cooking fire. She sighed and leaned her head against the tree behind her as she waited for the fire to get hot enough. She had used up a lot of chakra in the past few days and was extremely low. Their information on the number of enemy ninjas had been wrong and Hinata ended up fighting many more than anticipated. She was able to beat them and retrieve the scroll, but not without expending huge amounts of chakra. Finally, this close to her home village, she could let her guard down a little.

A rustle in the leaves behind her made her spin around, kunai in hand. Her chakra was still too low for her to use byakugan, and she knew that if she had to fight, she would be at a big disadvantage. She waited in silence for a few seconds before the intruder made himself known. Two red eyes peered at her from the bushes.

Hinata's eyes widened in fear before the intruder rushed forward and knocked her unconscious before she even got a good look at him.

Upon awakening, Hinata knew instantly what had happened to her. The pain between her legs was proof of it. Whoever it was that attacked her, had also stolen her innocence. She curled up and cried.

(End of Flashback)

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Sakura hummed to herself as she walked down the road leading away from the village. She was making her way to a spot in the forest where a lot of medicinal herbs grew. Life in Konoha had been pretty good the past few months. Sasuke was back, and even though he still wanted revenge on his brother, he was starting to acclimate to village life once again. He was under constant surveillance from the ANBU and was not allowed to leave the village, but Sakura had hopes that everything would turn out alright.

Since Naruto had returned from his training trip two years ago, he and Sakura had developed a sort of brother sister relationship. Sakura had come to see him as a very good friend. Naruto knew she still had feelings for Sasuke and realized that he never really loved Sakura like he thought he did.

Sakura's musings were interrupted when she picked up a faint and very distressed chakra signature nearby. It seemed familiar. Quickly, she ran into the forest in search of the signature. She came upon a clearing where she saw a young woman in ripped clothing huddled on the ground crying. She walked around to face the person and was shocked when she saw it was Hinata.

Hinata looked up at Sakura with tears running down her face. A silent message seemed to pass through the two as Sakura realized what must have happened. Sakura bent down and hugged Hinata tightly, letting the brunette hold on to her as she cried.

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-1 Month Later-

Naruto frowned as he made his way to the Hyuuga compound. He was worried about Hinata. Ever since her mission a month ago, she rarely came out of her house. He had been to visit her almost every day since then but she refused to see him. He knew that Sakura knew something but she wouldn't tell him. She said it was up to Hinata to tell him if she wanted.

Naruto had realized a few months ago how he truly felt about Hinata. Sakura had been teasing Naruto about getting a girlfriend and had mentioned how Hinata always seemed to blush when he was around. Looking back on it, Naruto was amazed he never noticed it before. She was the only one growing up that never made fun of Naruto. She never put him down. She always encouraged him to do his best. Even after she found out about Kyuubi, she never saw him any differently. Thinking about her made him see what a wonderful person she really was. He wanted to tell Hinata how he felt but wasn't able to since she had cooped herself up in her house.

He knocked on the door to the Hyuuga compound and Neji answered.

"Back again Naruto?"

"How is she today? Can I see her?" he asked Neji.

Neji sighed, "You can try. I doubt she'll let you in though."

Neji allowed Naruto to come inside and led him to Hinata's room.

Neji knocked on the door, "Hinata-san, Naruto's here."

"I-I'm not f-feeling well r-right now." came the quiet reply.

"Please Hinata-chan. I just want to talk with you." Naruto pleaded.

'Hinata-chan?!' She thought excitedly. "N-not today. I-I'm s-sorry." she replied.

"Come on Hinata-chan. I'm worried about you. I haven't seen you in a month. Tell me what's going on." Naruto said.

Hinata blushed slightly, 'Naruto-kun's worried about me… But I can't tell him. If he knew, he'd never want to look at me again…'

"Hinata-chan, you don't have to tell me what's going on if you don't want to. I won't force you, but please, at least let me see you. There's something I need to talk to you about." Naruto implored.

'As long as he's not going to ask me then maybe…' "A-alright." said Hinata.

Relief flooded Naruto's face as the door was unlocked and he went into Hinata's room. Neji left them alone and went back down the hallway.

Naruto became even more worried when he saw Hinata. She looked thin and pale and Naruto could tell she wasn't feeling well.

"Hinata-chan, are you feeling alright? You look pale." Naruto said.

"I-I haven't b-been able to k-keep much d-down l-lately."

"Maybe you should see Tsunade-baa-chan."

Hinata shook her head, "I-I d-don't think it's that s-serious. W-what did you w-want to talk about?"

At this, Naruto looked down and Hinata thought she saw him blush a bit.

"Well… What I wanted to tell you was… I like you Hinata-chan. A lot. I was wondering if maybe you might want to go out sometime."

Hinata's eyes widened in shock. 'He-he likes me! He's asking me out! Stay calm, stay calm, breathe…'

"I-I'd love to!" Hinata shouted out louder than necessary.

Naruto broke into a hug grin, "Really?! That's great! We should probably wait until you're feeling better though. Are you sure you don't want to see Tsunade-baa-chan?"

Hinata contemplated, "M-maybe…"

Naruto smiled at her, "I'm sure she'll fix you up in no time! How about I come over tomorrow around ten and we'll go together?"

Hinata blushed deeply, "O-okay…" 'Together!'

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Tsunade frowned as she examined Hinata.

"Well, Baa-chan, do you know what's wrong?" asked Naruto

"Naruto-kun, can you leave the room please? I need to speak with Hinata-chan alone." Tusnade said.

"What?! Why?!" he argued.

"Now!" shouted Tsunade.

Naruto sweat dropped and ran for the door.

Tusnade turned to Hinata, "Hinata-chan, this illness I'm afraid has something to do with what happened to you last month."

Hinata paled and shook as her worst fears were confirmed.

"You're pregnant."

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Honorifics Explained (Taken from Del-Ray Manga):

-san: This is the most common honorific, and is equivalent to Mr., Miss, Ms., or Mrs. It is the all-purpose honorific and can be used in any situation where politeness is required.

-kun: This suffix is used at the end of boys' names to express familiarity or endearment. It is also sometimes used by men among friends, or when addressing someone younger or of a lower station.

-chan: This is used to express endearment, mostly towards girls. It is also used for little boys, pets, and even among lovers. It gives a sense od childish cuteness.

-baa-chan: This is used when addressing a familiar middle-aged or older woman, such as a family friend or relative.

Author's Note: Yay! Evil cliffy! Sorry it's not very long but this is about the length my chapters seem to turn out. Please review and let me know what you think!

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