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KuraiKisu: *Hugs onto Menma crying in his hair as he gently rubs her arm* I just watched your episodes again. IT WASN'T RIGHT YOU TWO NEEDED MORE TIIIIMMMMEEEE WAAAAAH!!!
Menma: Woo Woo Woo its ok breath in and breath out. We still have your fic....
KuraiKisu: OH YEA 'tackles Menma down hugging him then makes a Gai-like pose' ON WITH THE FIC!!!! AH THE SPRINGTIME OF LOVE *Stops blinks O.o and slumps her head heading to the shrinks and mumbles* If anyone needs me I will be getting my head examined and a drug test. That was not right....
Menma: O.O um ok......... On with the fic.


Chapter 3: At Spinelli's


Everyone got to the small pizza joint around 6pm and made sure to find a table big enough to accommodate everyone coming. Lee sat next to Sakura next to her was Naruto and conveniently Menma, after that it was Ino, Choji, Shikamaru, Temari, Shino, Tenten, Kiba, and Hinata. (A/N: OH I FEEL SO BAD ABOUT KILLING SASUKE BUT I CAN'T SEE HIM WITH ANYONE BUT NARUTO AND I DON'T WANT EITHER OF THOSE TWO SHARED!!! I am so selfish the shame cries)

The group ordered 3 extra large pizzas with various toppings and drinks. When the food arrived everyone dug in. At one point as Naruto was reaching for another slice his hand brushed against Menma's who also was getting a slice. Their eyes met and they began to blush massively. Kiba groaned and rolled his eyes as he watched the two. It was obvious to everyone that there was something there between the two. This was damn near the same thing that went on with Sasuke and Naruto. The constant staring and yet no one brave enough to make the first move. But unlike those two this awkwardness would be allowed for some time because the circumstances called for it. Temari was the first one to break the strange silence between the two.

“So Menma. You're in grad school huh? What department are you in?” She asked looking at the shy grey eyed boy. Menma nodded looking in her direction with a small smile. It was obvious to all the girls if Naruto didn't make some kind of claim on the boy then a whole new fan club would be formed. Menma was DEFINITELY a very gorgeous young man and it didn't help that he was a musical genius either. Something about talented and good looking always credited a horde of lovesick fanatic girls. It wouldn't be the first time the group had seen it happen but if it could be avoided then all the better.

“I'm in the music department. I think I saw you and Shikamaru before.” Menma said unconsciously moving closer to Naruto. Temari nodded noticing his movement closer to the other blond boy her eyes narrowing and a slick smile slowly appearing on her face. She laid her chin on the back of her hands and leaned forward looking at the two blond boys. Temari was never one to beat around the bush so she decided to go ahead and remove some of the mystery about Menma immediately.

“Hey.... I think I have seen you around the buildings as well but I don't think I have ever seen you with anyone let alone any of the girls.” Temari shifted closer her smile getting bigger. “Is there any reason for that? Do you possibly have 'someone' in mind that you would prefer to keep company?” Menma seemed to spontaneously blush dipping his head down as he somehow managed to do a perfect imitation of Hinata. Menma glanced to Naruto, who was busily stuffing a slice of pizza in his mouth, and looked back at Temari. Slowly he nodded not trusting himself to say anything lest he give away who he was actually interested in. And the last thing he wanted to do was make the boy uncomfortable since his emotions were still on high from his misfortune. Shikamaru noticed the interaction between his girlfriend and Menma, he rolled his eyes as he shifted himself on the back of the booth and slid his arm around Temari in attempt to get her to back off the boy.

“Troublesome.....” Was the only thing that escaped the lazy boyfriend's lips. However Ino ,being the nosy chick that she was, took this as the perfect chance to find out more gossip that she hadn't already known.

“REALLY MENMA!!! WHO IS IT??? WHICH GIRL IS IT? ANYONE HERE?” Her eye were huge and her voice was loud enough to seize everyone's attention even the particular person Menma was thinking about looked at Ino. She was determined to make the new blond spill his guts even if it was with a captive audience. That was the last thing Menma wanted. He knew it was too soon to even let the person know he was interested in him on a level above friendship. Sadly, he couldn't figure out an escape route fast enough. He began to squirm feeling all the intense stares he was receiving. It seemed like even the waitress was anticipating his answer. Thankfully the object of his affection noticed how uncomfortable Menma was getting and came to his rescue.

“Ino leave the man alone you don't need to know who everyones dating?!” Naruto said a small hint of jealousy lacing his words without him noticing. Menma smiled in his direction which caused him to blush lightly and look back at his own plate of pizza. Shino could see that Ino was not happy with this and was about to make another attempt to siphon the information out of Menma. To save the boy from the pain of Ino's attacks this time he stepped in which was a rarity that definitely made people take notice.

“He doesn't want to reveal that information it would be proper to leave it be Ino...” He said without even looking in her direction. He took a bite of his pizza which was a mystery to everyone since the boy always had had a cough guard over his mouth. It just seemed like the damn pizza was disappearing in front of the damn thing. WHAT DID THE DAMN BOY LOOK LIKE UNDER THERE??? (A/N: I know but um they don't) Hearing Shino actually say something seemed to calm Ino down from her quarry so she decided to heckle the other blond because she just hungered for gossip. Her face seemed to contort into something akin to a demon as her head moved creepily towards Naruto. He seemed to feel the gaze shift to him and slowly put his pizza down gulping hard and blinking wondering what onslaught she had planned for him.

“Sooo Naruto you got another appointment with Tsunade don't you?” She seemed to be a bloodhound for personal news, “Are you going to find out the sex of the baby this time? What do you want?” Naruto seemed to turn into a color wheel of shades as she asked him about the baby. He looked up at her form looming over him and twiddled his fingers. Seemed like everyone was into imitating the Hyuuga girl today. He looked over to Menma who was glancing over at him from time to time a small meek smile on his face. Naruto took a breath and sighed as he looked back at Ino. Her face showing how anxious she was to find out his business.

“Yea....I do but I haven't really thought about what the baby's sex is. I'm just content that its alive and healthy” 'Safe!' He thought to himself as he looked at the female blond look almost crestfallen at the words he just spoke. Obviously not satisfied with the lack of detail she decided to leave the other blonds alone seeing nothing fruitful come from them. She decided to return to her favorite pastime, messing with Chouji and his weight. Everyone else snickered. Sakura beamed a huge smile at Naruto as she cuddled into Lee's embrace and tapped her blond schoolmate on the shoulder.

“Ne, Naruto have you thought of some names yet. You don't have a whole lot of time left to think it over. 4 1/2 months is not a lot of time you know.” She said quietly, so only her and a few others heard the conversation. Heaven forbid Ino get a whiff of some details she didn't already have. Naruto nodded softly shifting so he could face the pink haired girl giving her a stunning smile. He reached up and scratched the tip of his nose gently as he contemplated the names once more.

“Well, Sakura-chan I was thinking if its a girl I would name her Mikoto and if it is a boy I would name him Sasuke Jr.” Naruto shyly looked down at his hands as the girl gave him a small embrace and ruffled his hair in a motherly fashion... (A/N: Yea I said Jr. You know how many juniors I know?! Besides does the Japanese culture have Juniors? I really don't know and I can't say that I have met any yet again I am left in ignorance. DAMMIT)

“I think those names are a wonderful choice Naruto. I am sure that the baby will be happy with which ever name they get.” She smiled again at the boy as he looked up at her and nodded then went back to eating (He eats a lot). Menma managed to catch the conversation and nodded internally as well. He happened to love kids and even though Naruto was not only pregnant but pregnant with another man's child, he felt that somehow he would help the boy with his forthcoming bundle of joy.

'I like him and even if he isn't interested in me I can still help him out during his times of need. I just want to be near him as much as possible. Maybe if I give him some time he might even let me in his heart. I just have to be patient and understanding to his emotions right now' Menma thought to himself. The young man was not shy when it came to his preference nor was he one to give up on what caught his attention. And if Naruto was grieving now he knew his best move would be to wait and be there whenever needed. Menma was going to make his best attempts to get Naruto but he wasn't going to do it foolishly. Naruto finally ate his fill and looked at his watch it was almost 10pm and he had to get up early to get to his doctor's appointment on time. Slowly he rose from the booth and tapped Sakura on her shoulder. He smiled and looked at everyone around the table feeling quite content. Lee and Sakura moved so he could get out.

“Well guys, I have to get up in the morning to make it Tsunade's on time so I think I better head on home. I will see you tomorrow Menma, you remember how to get to my house?” He announced as he pulled out his wallet and dropped a few bills on the table top. Menma looked up at him and smiled sweetly nodding his head in answer to his question. Naruto felt his cheeks heat up a little as he stared at the smile. He smiled back, waved to everyone again, and quickly headed to the door. The golden boy didn't notice Menma making his departure behind him. Naruto walked down the street towards his house thinking peacefully about everything that had occurred in the last few weeks. Although he felt a little guilty about his attraction he definitely didn't regret meeting Menma. He was just about to cross the street when he felt a hand tap him on his shoulder. Naruto swung around startled and looked at the person who tapped him. His shocked face quickly melted into a relaxed grin as he looked at Menma.

“S-sorry I didn't mean to scare you I just thought you might like some company on your walk, besides I stay in the dorms nearby so its in the same direction I need to go.” The pale blond offered slowly falling into step with Naruto. Naruto nodded and walked quietly along side his new friend. The silence was comforting in a way. Almost as if they were communicating through body language. The closer they got to Naruto's house the more reluctant they both became the weather was warm and the walk was quite refreshing. Not to mention they both dearly enjoyed each other's company. Both boys got to Naruto's porch and looked at each other. Blushes were ever evident on both faces. The silence began to become awkward as both boys didn't want their time with each other to end so soon. Uncharacteristically, it was Menma who broke the silence, which caught Naruto off guard.
“So um, I guess I will head to my place.... I will be back around about 8am so we can head out to your doctors. Will you be ok alone tonite?” He asked. He turned his gaze down to the floorboards of the porch looking up every few minutes. Naruto as well looked at the porch and nodded.

“Yea I am getting better with the nites. Although, I am thinking I may try to move to another spot closer to the school. But I don't want to keep you. I will be ready when you get here. I could make breakfast for us before we leave. The appointment is at 10:30am so we have a little time.” The pregnant boy stated finally looking at Menma. It seemed like the evening moon was causing him to glow in a ethereal way. It caused Naruto to stare intently until Menma moved towards the small staircase leading the the walkway.

“That would be great I will make sure to bring something as well, for breakfast that is. I will see you in the morning. Sleep well Naruto-kun.” He said as he waved and slowly walked away. Naruto waved back and turned, opening his door and headed in getting himself prepared for the next day. He knew right then that even if he wasn't ready to love again he definitely liked a lot about Menma.

KuraiKisu: I hope I haven't offended anyone I don't travel a lot so I can be ignorant to other cultures other than my own. I hope I am doing an ok job with this. Don't worry I did a lemon I plan on having at least 2.