Reka looked around and turned a corner. There she spotted Lee and Jiraya. She walked to them, "Jiyara-san...Lee.." She saw them, but felt a tensing aura around them. "What's going on?"

Hinata smiled, "Thank you." 'Naruto-kun is so kind, though I don't think he knows about how I feel...he's so dense.' she giggled mentally.

Hinata giggled outwardly. "I heard from Tsunade-sama that there is a gathering. Like some sort of festival. Oh! I remember. This is the day of..." She trailed off, "Tsunade's recognition of being the Fifth Hokage. As well as Gaara...being the Kazekage." She shook off what she felt...the feeling of be watched. She looked at Naruto and in a hushed tone, she whispered, "We are being watched."

Shikamaru went to the building where Gaara was in, "Geez...every time...always me and the Chuunin Exams." He sighed.
 

Tsunade walked around and spotted Karin. "Oy, Karin. How are you?"

Reka smiled, seeing Tsunade got to her first. "Guess I'll go look around...I didn't see Lee when I woke, so I guess I'll try to find him." Since her strength wasn't completely back, all she could really do was walk around and not jump around.

Hinata's face lit up with a giggle, "You never asked. But it's all right. Now you know. I like different types of dishes. Soothing to spicy." She finished her dish and smiled, turning to look at Naruto. 

Tsunade left Gaara and sighed, "Well then, need to find Karin to see if she is all right."

Reka smiled, "I believe she's all right. I think Tsunade will check on her. I'm going now to walk around the village. See you." She walked off. Reka happened to see Karin while she was walking. "Hey Karin!"

Hinata smiled, "Hmm...maybe a few spices as well..." She named off a few spices. Mainly Curry and thyme. "Curry can make the slightest soothing dish into a spicy dish. It's good with miso and rice. Maybe I can make some while we are here in the Sand Village. All we need is the ingredients and a few more touches." She smiled, having a blush streak across her face. 

Tsunade, at the door, turned around and smiled, "I think you know who that debt goes to. It's Naruto. Though he's so dense that he can't even see that a girl likes him." She laughed. "We are allies and you being not only Kazakage, but being Sabaku no Gaara. Just being yourself, and realizing what's here and now, means alot to those who care about you and you alone. You have excellent guidance from your siblings and fellow ninjas here and in the Konoha Village...but most of it comes from Naruto-san."

"You are the Sand's Hope and encouragement." Tsunade smiled at Gaara.

Hinata smiled and giggled, "I'd like to know how to cook it. I know how to cook several dishes, but not  Ramen. Say Naruto-kun...um..by any chance do you know how to cook Ramen? If so, I'd liked to know how to learn it."

Shikamaru snickered, "Heh...Ino...really. Anyway, I'm too young to really look for a girl now, being with all of the Chuunin Exams and all. I have to get going and work on the days when Gaara is coming. I have to escort him. Along with Kankuro and Temari."

Reka smiled, "All right. See you then." She walked off, "I guess I'll take a walk and get the energy in my legs moving." She stretched and walked around the Village. 

Tsunade smiled, "I guess that's all the major details for now. If anything becomes alarming, don't hesitate to seek aid from Konoha Village. As will we. In these times, many enemies lurk in the darkness, waiting their chance to strike. Anyway, you must have alot on hand and mind, I'll leave you to your work now." Tsunade bowed and left.

Shikamaru shook his head, "That girl? Ino? Heh...her head is into that heart of that Itachi guy, Sasuke. Temari is the Fan Girl. I'm always have to go here and there with her because of the preparations  of the upcoming Chuunin Exams. Remember?"

Hinata tasted the ramen and she smiled, "This is good! Naruto-kun....um...do you live on Ramen? Iruka-sama said that you do, since he treated you most of the time." She giggled.

Few hours later, Reka woke up again. She sat up, "Uh...my head still hurts, but it seems like the effects aren't as bad as I thought...just a major blow to the head." She stood up and walked to the window. "Looks bright outside." She looked at Kai and smiled, "Hey Kai."  

Shikamaru looked at Kiba, "Who's that?" He stood up, pondering on who the 'flower girl' is.

Hinata sat down beside Naruto. "I've never had Ramen before...w-what's it like, Naruto-kun?"

Tsunade looked at Gaara, "Hmmm....I'm not sure if Lee and Kai will accept that. I can't just tell them Reka isn't participating in the Chuunin Exams, even if it means that she's surpassed ANBU level. I'll hace to see what they think on it. We have 2 people that are from extinct Clans...of actual Pureblood Clan."

"If they slip up, they can will get caught." Tsunade sighed, "It's in Konoha's best interest as well as their's, to leave as soon as possible and throw the enemies off guard. Sound good? In about week, I'd like you to accompany the Chuunin Exams and watch at the Konoha grounds."

Shikamaru grunted, "Am I? Humph, then I suppose you know what they like and all that complex stuff. Women thee days are so confusing. especially Miss Fan Girl." He sighed.

Hinata smiled still red as a cherry. "U-umm...I'll have..what you have, but not as big..."

Tsunade nodded, "The Akatsuki....haven't seen them in a while, but for sure they might have felt the power surge of those two. About the Chuunin Exams, it's best for them to have three man, but with Reka with them...they might not be as good as they want to be. I'll figure out someway, but I think it's best to wait a little while. I believe they are really exhausted. Besides, the Chuunin Exams aren't ready until for another good 7 days or so."

Reka shifted and opened her eyes, "...uh...my head feels as though it's going to explode...if this it the worse of the side effects then...I'm lucky to be here...ow..." She closed her eyes again, resting. 

Reka is sound a sleep with a steady heart beat. (I'ma draw Reka too. So it'll be a better visual.) Her hand twitched a little, as her chest fell and rose.

Tsunade nodded, "Reguards on those two. Lee and Reka. Right now, they don't even know it, but I'm sure you felt there power levels rise. That rivals Jiraya's and mine own. What I'm saying they might be Sanin before the age of 16, depending on how they train. As well as the Chiyo and Herroki clan. Whom has Hajima and the Jaken. Orochimaru will want that power, maybe even both."

Hinata was still blushing as they finally arrived at a Ramen Noddle Stand in the Sand Village. "Here?" She looked at him, smiling.

Shikamaru sighed, "Good grief. I don't think it depends on how book smart I am to figure out women...it's too much work." 

Shikamaru sighed, "Give me some challenge. Women are just too complicated. I can't solve them."

Hinata blushed and smiled, "Okay!" She ran with him, then began to catch up.

Tsunade nodded, "Very well. Let's go." 

Shika looked at Kankuro, "what's that mean?"

Tsunade nodded, "May I have a word with you Gaara. Between Kages and friends." Her face became gravely serious. "Everyone take it easy. In a week, we are leaving for Konoha."

Shika sighed, "A week!? oh boy..."

Hinata looked down at the ground, avoiding eye contact with Naruto. 'don't faint, don't faint, don't faint.'

"S-so...what do you want to do? We haven't ate anything all morning. So...w-well..how about some breakfast?" Hinata asked, looking at him. 

Hinata blushed even redder, "I-I..." She closed her eyes to gain her voice back. "O-okay" She looked over at Naruto and smiled. She then looked at Kai, "I'll be back. To tell you what I know about the Chiyo clan."

She stood up and bowed, leaving with Naruto.

Tsunade laughed, "That poor girl. Always looking after others than herself." 

Hinata smiled, "It's all right, I can talk to you here. I'm also very concerned about them. So we can stay here, Kai."

Hinata went red when she heard Naruto offer a room with her, "W-what!? I-I couldn't do that! Wouldn't I get in the way with your training? I-I mean...w-well..."

Neji carried Lee on his back as Akamaru was carrying Reka.

"We are here. Let's spend the next few days to stock up and rest. Also wait for those two to wake up."

Neji nodded at Tsunade, "I agree. Lee's heavier when he's asleep." Hinata stayed beside Akamaru and was blushing. All because Naruto was close by. Neji gave one room to both the sleeping Lee and Reka. "That should do it. Now they can rest here. Kai, want to stay with them? This room is for three, and it is best you three are together."

Hinata spoke up, "I-I'll stay here as well. I need to talk to Kai anyway."

Neji nodded, "All right. See you."