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Summary: Naruto Uzumaki is handsome, charming, and a rock-star. He's a ladies man…just not when it comes to Hinata Hyuga, who seems to be way out of his league.

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Chapter One:

Chat:

Sakura: hey guys! :D guess what?

Ino: what? did you dream about Sasuke again? ;)

Sakura: ...shut up... T_T that only happened ONCE!

Ino: suuuure ;)

Sakura: well you dream about Shikamaru!

Ino: I do NOT!

Hinata: Stop fighting guys. What happened, Sakura?

Sakura: The Caged Beast are coming for a performance at our university in 3 days! :D

Ino: ZOMG! i think imma swoon! :O i can't believe this! ^_^

Hinata: Why are you guys so obsessed with them? They're just another boy band.

Ino: JUST another boy band? are you INSANE!

Sakura: they're the most talented guys ever! not to mention incredibly H-O-T! especially Sasuke! kya! i love him so much!

Ino: Shikamaru's the one for me, imma droolin' ;)

Hinata: Wow. That's just sad :( I really hope I never fall in love with a boy band member. I would die.

Sakura: you never know...

Ino: ;)

Hinata: Never happening. Period. Sorry guys:)

::Hinata:: has signed off.

Day One:

I logged off the computer and sighed, pushing myself away from the desk. Why were Sakura and Ino always so obsessed with that boy band? I didn't understand it. I mean sure they were handsome, and they sang pretty well, but that was about it. Every boy band had good-looking members in it and decent songs, but sooner or later they got replaced. It was only a matter of time before this boy band got replaced.

The Caged Beast had 3 members, Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Shikamaru Nara. I don't really know how I know this (probably from Sakura and Ino's obsessive gushing over them), but Sasuke's the lead singer, with Naruto singing as well and playing the guitar, and Shikamaru playing the drums and occasionally singing too. The only thing that I really liked about them (something I didn't admit to Sakura and Ino easily) was how they just didn't make sappy, romance songs but actually made songs that guys (and me) liked, like rock, rap, and R&B songs. I swear if they were another One Direction I would go insane.

I bent down and slung my messenger bag over my shoulders. I grabbed a bagel and walked out the door. It was 7:40 AM; I had to be at the University by 8:00 AM to be in time for my classes.

I chewed my bagel as I made my way over to the subway. What type of name was 'The Caged Beast' anyway? Were they going for that emotionally scarred, Goth boy band look? Apparently the hurt, sensitive guy was appealing to most girls. I shook my head, why was I thinking about them so much anyway? I never wanted to be those obsessed, fan girls that fantasize about being with one of the members. That was not me.

I scanned my ticket, and walked into the subway with a smile. The driver was a kind, old man and we sometimes had soft conversations. I learned that his son and daughter-in-law had died and he was working to take care of his grandkid. My heart had melted when I learned that, and I did whatever I did to help the old man, like giving him some money, gifts for his grandkid, and babysitting. He didn't like it at first, but I convinced him that I didn't pity him, and that his grandkid deserved to have proper education and care.

His grandkid was called Airo, and was the cutest boy I have ever seen! He was five years old, and had slightly chubby cheeks that created dimples when he smiled. He had large, sparkling green eyes that lighted up easily and was missing his two front teeth. He had tousled red hair and he was just completely adorable! He called me "Hina-nee" and the first time he called me that I burst into tears. I couldn't help it; I was an extremely emotional person when it came to little kids and elderly people.

I smiled at the old man; he was having a conversation with another elderly person, and sat down in my usual spot.

10 minutes later I stepped off, waving at the old driver, and made my way to the university. I smiled softly; I loved my University, Konoha Institution of Creative Arts. You could follow your passion here, and there were no 'creative rules'. They didn't believe that there was a 'right' way to do anything in Art, if there was than it wasn't art.

It was my first year and I felt like I had been here for ages, finding two best friends that I knew would be my best friends for life. Sakura and Ino were the best friends any girl could ask for, and I was so thankful that I had met them.

Ino was here to become a fashion designer, Sakura to become a professional dancer, and me? I was here to become a photographer and an interior designer. I loved the idea of your most special moments in life being captured, so you could always look at them. As for interior designing? I was always told I'd be good at it, so I thought I might as well take it.

The people here were nice here, and I had met some cool people. This place was like the home I never had when my mother passed away. It was nice to feel like you belonged somewhere.

"Hina-chan!" I turned around to see Sakura and Ino waving at me. I grinned and ran to catch up with them.

"What's up?"

Sakura twirled around, "You know what's up?"

I sighed, I thought the conversation would end on chat, "Yes, I know The Caged Beast are coming to our University yippee."

"You should be more excited," Ino pouted, "Their concerts get sold out so fast and the tickets are super expensive but since they're coming here we get guaranteed tickets at a discount!"

"They're an amazing band!" Sakura added her two cents.

"I'm not saying they're not good," I reasoned, "I'm just saying that there's no need to be obsessed about them."

Sakura opened her mouth to say something but I quickly cut her off, "That's the bell, gotta' go, see you!"

I hurried past them into the entrance, and towards my first class of the day, a course on colour schemes with Mrs. Mitarashi.

She was a fun but strict teacher (some betting that she was insane) and didn't like it when you were late.

I slid into my seat in the second row, and pulled out my course project. We had been assigned to draw various different types of rooms, have a theme that connected them all, but use various colours. No two rooms could look alike in the sense that they had the same colours.

It was a hard assignment, and had taken me weeks to finish. I liked having all my work done to the best of abilities and I did my best to make sure everything I did was in high caliber. You could say it was the Hyuga in me.

I sat quietly (Ino and Sakura weren't in this class with me) and handed in my assignment when asked.

Mrs. Mitarashi stared at it for a few minutes before setting it aside, "Good."

I gave a pained smile, hoping it was more than good and that she was just saying that. I had put a lot of effort into it, and would hate it if I got a bad mark.

Sighing, I pulled out my notes and started writing as Mrs. Mitarashi started up a PowerPoint.

Lunch rolled by and by the time I took my tray and collapsed into a seat by Ino I was all puckered out. The morning's classes had been devastatingly boring and I wasn't looking forward for the afternoon's classes.

Sakura and Ino looked just as tired as me, Ino sinking closer and closer towards her soup that I was afraid she was going to fall in pretty soon.

"I hate university!" Sakura whined, dropping her head onto the desk.

I nodded, and Ino raised her finger in agreement.

I took a sip from my orange juice and grimaced, why was I always cursed with the bitter oranges?

We ate in quiet silence after that, each of us absorbed in self pity. It was only when the bell rang that Sakura announced something.

"You guys are coming with me to the mall tomorrow, "Ino perked up, "We need to pick out some cute outfits for the concert!"

I groaned, Fridays were always my lazy days, but Sakura shook her finger at me, "You're not backing out of this Hinata! I know you're not a big fan of them, but you need to look extra nice for the concert!"

Ino nodded, "Exactly! There are times when you need a cute outfit!"

I rolled my eyes, "Ino, you wear what you classify as 'cute' to every since occasion!"

Ino grinned, and flipped her hair, "I know, but when you look like me who needs an excuse?"

Sakura laughed and I hit Ino playfully, "Wonderful, see you guys later."

"See ya Hina!" They chorused and we all disappeared into different directions. It was Day Two today and that was the one day where we all had different classes; it sucked.

I sighed, and braced myself as I walked into my next class. I had it with Mr. Morino and he was most probably the meanest teacher in the whole university. I had had him 2 times already this week and was cursing my bad luck.

I slid into a seat near the back of the room, sitting by a guy called Chouji. Chouji was a slightly chubby guy who was known for being extremely friendly. He cared for everyone and he and I got along pretty well.

"Hey Chouji," I smiled.

"Hi Hinata," he grinned and would have said more except for the fact that he was stuffing his mouth with chips, and by the smell, I was guessing Dill Pickle. That was another thing about Chouji, he loved to eat and always had food handy.

Then Mr. Morino walked in and I shut up. I didn't want to be found talking in his class; one person had talked in his class, and let me tell you, the person didn't talk in any class afterwards. Poor guy.

I escaped quickly after the bell rang and thankfully the last two periods of the day whizzed by, and I was soon walking out the doors with Ino and Sakura.

Ino stretched dramatically, "Today just about killed me! University is so boring!"

I nodded, "At least you didn't get Mr. Morino."

Sakura grinned, "That actually does my day seem better. Poor you, Hina-chan."

I stuck my tongue out at her, "At least I don't get asked out every day by someone."

Ino guffawed, "Don't tell that that high school guy is still asking you out Sakura!"

Sakura groaned, "He just never gives up, and I had been so excited to be going to University too."

I giggled, "Aw, well don't you think it's sweet that he likes you?"

Ino snorted, "Sure it's sweet but it's creepy too! But, "she grinned cheekily, "at least someone likes that huge forehead!" She burst into laughter and quickly ran to car, calling out 'see-ya!"

I edged away slowly too, Ino had used the taboo word and I knew what Sakura's reaction would be; already a vein was popping out on her forehead.

"See-ya!" I mumbled quickly before rushing away.

"YOU PIG! COME BACK HERE!" I stifled a laugh; Ino was dead.

I ran into the subway and sat down, half-panting and half-laughing. I wasn't stared at because a lot of weird things happened in the subway. One time I saw a guy cutting his toe nails.

However I wasn't looking where I was going and crashed into someone inside, or rather, it felt like running into a brick wall. Clutching my head, and stumbling back a few steps, I looked up to see who I had run into, apologizing profusely.

"I'm extremely sorry, "I looked up and saw a guy, "Sir, I wasn't looking where I was going and…" I rambled off, "I'm sorry!"

I looked up and examined the guy more closely, or at least what I could see of him. The guy was wearing dark jeans, converse, an orange hoodie with the hood pulled on. I couldn't see his face extremely well, bright blonde hair peeking through, and only caught a glimpse of his eyes. They were a shocking, bright blue, crystal clear.

The guy, or Mr. Blue eyes, raised his hands and chuckled softly. He seemed nervous, which was strange, because I know I'm not a scary person. I'm 5'5 for crying out loud! How much damage can I do?

"It's fine, "his voice was quiet but it was deep and sounded familiar. I frowned, I had just met the guy, how could I recognize his voice?

I blinked, "Are you sure?"

"No, no it's fine!" He shook his hands frantically and before I could answer he bolted out the doors.

I stared after him, "What a strange guy."

I shook my head and sat down, looking at the driver.

"Did you know that guy, Mr. Sarik?" I asked.

The driver, or 'Mr. Sarik', gave a secretive smile, "Sorry, Hinata but I've never seen that guy." I would have believed him but his smile and twinkle in his eyes told me otherwise.

However I just nodded, and gave a smile, "OK, and I'm sorry but I can't visit Airo tomorrow. Sakura and Ino are forcing me to go shopping with them."

Mr. Sarik laughed, "It's no problem at all. Don't worry about Airo, he'll be fine. You deserve some girl time, have some fun!"

I smiled, "I always have fun with Airo, but thank you. " With that I waved and got off.

I walked all the way to my apartment thinking about the mysterious guy on the subway.

It was frustrating but I couldn't stop thinking about him. I had heard his voice somewhere before, but where? And why had he been acting so strangely?

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A/N: There will be a computer chat at the beginning for every chapter; it could be either about the girls or the boys. It depends, but it will usually be the girls.

'The Caged Beast' isn't a very original or good name for the band I know, but I couldn't think of anything else! If you have any ideas please tell me.

Thoughts?