-A/N: Hope you enjoy! And I promise it'll get better!

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Italics like this mean its thoughts in a characters head

Love Conquers All

Sequel of A New Life

Ch. 1 Perfection

Sakura sighed as she leaned back in her chair under the shade trying to avoid the heat of the sun. It was mid-May and Konohagakure was having an early start to a hot summer. Her long rosette hair was tied up in a tight bun and she was dressed in her burgundy maid uniform for work. She was on her fifteen-minute break at a new outside café where she was forced to wear roller blades. Sakura gave a small smile as Hinata nervously took orders in her lavender uniform on her first day working without help. A year had passed since the incident with Danzo and Sakura, with the rest of their friends, were in the midst of the end of their senior year. There were only a few weeks till graduation and time was speeding by fast. Sakura sighed as she stared at her drink, college was only a few months away and they'd all be separated; Sakura got in her dream medical school but was working her brains out to afford it. Hinata was being sent to her father's favorite business school, a good fashion school had accepted Ino, Naruto had actually gotten into politics and really wanted to get into the government for the good of others, and Sasuke had yet to decide…

Sakura took a sip of her drink and went back to work as the concern that ran through her mind everyday went on rampage again. Things between Sasuke and her were great they'd been together a year and they were absolutely in love with each other but…distance would be hard. Sasuke had been accepted to every school he applied but still wasn't sure where he wanted to go or what he wanted to do. Sakura had no idea how far apart they'd be or how much time they would have for each other. Sasuke would always tell her they loved each other too much to let anything separate them and Sakura believed him, but she couldn't help but worry. Sakura shook her head and brought forth her big work smile; she was worrying about things months away they had to at least graduate before she could worry so much.

Sakura twirled around a table on her roller blades; she'd gotten quite good at skating from working the past two months. She gave a couple their milkshakes and food before skating back to the outside kitchen; Hinata was there making milkshakes. Sakura gave a big grin, "So what are you and Naruto doing tonight?"

Hinata gave a small smile as her cheeks went pink, "I don't know, he won't tell me anything…I don't know what to wear."

Sakura gave a small giggle; tonight was Naruto's and Hinata's year-anniversary, "I'll help you pick something that'll make him not want to keep his hands off you."

Hinata's face ran with embarrassment, "E-eh? S-Sakura that's not funny!"

Sakura grin grew; Hinata got so much confidence in the past year but she still stuttered when she got flustered. Sakura shrugged her shoulders as she filled some drinks, "What? You don't want to see the look on his face if you wear something hot?"

Hinata twiddled her fingers as her face grew redder, "W-well…I just…fine. Fine but you better not tell Ino!"

Sakura laughed; Ino had dressed Sakura for her year-anniversary last week and Sakura spent the whole time fighting with her not to show off so much skin. Sakura had lost the battle and got shoved into a strapless, tight red dress that only went half way down her thigh and high heels. Needless to say Sakura was glad her father didn't see how she was dressed and Sasuke couldn't keep his eyes or hands off her. Hinata watched as Sakura drifted off in thought of the memories, "So you never told me what you and Sasuke did for your anniversary."

Sakura gave a small smile as both girls began to clean up tables, "He rented out a whole park for the night so we could have a private picnic and go star gazing."

Hinata's smile grew as Sakura blushed at the memory, "Did he get you anything?"

Sakura gave a small nod and pulled a necklace out of the pocket of her skirt, they weren't aloud to wear jewelry at work. It was a beautiful outline of heart made in silver with a diamond set on the side hanging from a silver chain. Hinata's eye went wide in awe as she looked closer, "It's engraved! What does it say?"

The engraving ran along the backside of the silver heart. Sakura gave a loving smile, "Love conquers all and our love is the strongest the world's ever seen."

Hinata gave a happy sigh; they really had conquered all. They had to fight through the whole mess with Danzo to even start their relationship. Hinata watched as Sakura's smile grew and she put it back in her pocket, "A year ago it would've been hard to believe we'd be this happy."

Sakura gave a small nod as they went into the back to change out of their uniforms and leave work. Life had been so wonderful and calm after Danzo had been arrested and now serving a lifetime jail sentence. They all got to continue on like regular teenagers and worry about normal things instead of kidnappings and death threats. Sakura changed into her jean shorts and white tank top before putting her necklace on. Hinata slid on her navy sleeved dress before making their way out to Sakura's car her father had given her for her eighteenth birthday. Sakura sent a text to her father letting him know where she was and started up the car, "So how much time before Naruto picks you up?"

Hinata tucked her hair behind her ear, "Two hours"

Sakura smiled and she drove towards Hinata's house, "Perfect"

Once they got to Hinata's house Sakura quickly dragged her in the house excited to go through her clothes. They gave a wave to Neji who already finished college for the year and her father before running to Hinata's room. Sakura quickly began sorting through clothes, "Just so you know I'm going to make you wear heels."

Hinata frowned, "But I don't know where he's taking me. What if it's hard to walk?"

Sakura gave a small smile, "Then Naruto can carry you."

Sakura's smile widened thinking of how the high heels Ino stuffed her in kept sinking in the ground at the park so Sasuke ended up carrying her in his arms to their picnic spot. Sakura's eyes widened as she picked up a hanger and tossed the dress to Hinata, "You're wearing that."

Hinata prepared argue but didn't even bother after seeing the look on Sakura's face. Hinata changed clothes and slipped on the black dress. The dress was halter that had fabric covering all the way up to her neck, it had a silver waistband before the black fabric continued to a couple inches above her knees but did well hugging her curves. Hinata looked at her self in the mirror and frowned at how almost all of her back was exposed, "Sakura you know I can't leave the house in this and…it shows too much."

Sakura was already digging through her closet and tossed a purple blazer at her, "Already ahead of you, but if you want during the night ask Naruto to help you with your jacket and his face will be priceless when he sees the open back."

Hinata bit her lip as she thought over the idea and gave a small giggle, "Maybe…"

Sakura smiled as she began going through Hinata's jewelry, "But it'll be pointless if your hairs covering it."

Hinata watched as Sakura pulled her hair to the side with a silver band and began curling her hair. After a little mascara and putting on silver heels she was ready and Naruto was knocking on the door. Sakura ran down first to watch as Hinata's father gave him a firm handshake and a lecture about curfew; Naruto was wearing black slacks and a navy dress shirt. Naruto peeked over Mr. Hyugga's shoulder and waved at her, "Hey Sakura-chan!"

Sakura smiled and waved back and walked up to him. She kept a close look at his face as Hinata came down the stairs and gave a big grin as his jaw dropped a little.

"W-wow Hinata-chan, you look great."

Hinata gave a bright smile and took his hand as he reached out to her. She blushed as he gave her a small kiss and looked into his eyes, "You too"

Sakura grin grew and she took that as her excuse to leave. Sakura hummed as she left the house and started walking back to her car; her eyes widened as she saw Sasuke leaning against her car and waiting for her. He gave a small smile and she smiled back before going over to kiss him. "What are you doing here?"

Sasuke ran his thumb over her cheek, "Naruto told me you were helping Hinata, thought I'd come steal you for a few hours."

Sakura's smile grew and she kissed him again and murmured into his lips, "That sounds wonderful."

Sasuke smirked and opened her car door for her before getting in. They went to Sasuke's house like usual since there was hardly anybody ever home. Sakura got out of the car and giggled as Sasuke picked her up and brought her in the house. He twirled her around before laying her on the couch and climbing over her. Sakura ran her hands through his hair and pulled him into a kiss. Sasuke pulled her hair out of it's bun and slid his lips down her neck, "How was work?"

Sakura gripped her hand into his shirt as he kissed her neck, "Good…a little too hot though."

Sasuke smirked against her skin, "Yes you are…"

Chills ran up Sakura's spine as his deep voice vibrated against her skin. Sakura bit her lip as Sasuke left kisses across her collarbone, "What'd you do today?"

Sasuke smiled looking at the necklace he bought her around her neck and nibbled at her ear, "Not much…went to the gym…lunch with Itachi…"

Sakura pulled Sasuke into another kiss and explored his mouth. Sasuke slipped his hand under her shirt tracing his fingers across her skin. Sakura continued to grip one hand in his hair and let her other hand slide down his left arm. She traced her fingers over the scar down his arm from their terrible car accident Danzo caused a year ago. For the first few months Sakura felt guilt every time she looked at his scars considering them her fault but learned to love them. Now the scars were a representation of how hard Sasuke fought to save her and how much they cared for each other. Sakura smirked as she swiftly pulled Sasuke down and flipped over to be on top of him; Sasuke used to hate letting Sakura be on top since he liked being in control but quickly learned to like it. Sakura ran her hands along Sasuke's chest feeling every muscle as he pulled her close against him. He continued to kiss her with an eager hunger and slipped his hands all the way up her shirt reaching for her bra.

"Sasuke-kun…"

Sasuke sighed immediately pulling his hands down and closed his eyes trying to calm down, "Sorry, sorry…not thinking…"

Sakura quietly watched his face as he tried to force himself to relax. Sakura wanted to wait and Sasuke without a doubt respected that but sometimes in the moment hormones blocked his thinking. Sakura caressed her hand against his cheek as he opened and gave a small frown, "I'm sorry…I know you want to-"

"No don't be sorry. We set a boundary and I was about to cross it…I have no problem waiting."

Sakura gave a small smile and kissed him, "I love you"

Sasuke's lips curved up a little a he ran a hand through her long hair, "I love you too"

Sasuke pulled Sakura into his arms and they laid there a while. Sakura breathed easy listening to his heartbeat; they'd been together for a year and she still hadn't let down her boundary. She couldn't help but love Sasuke even more since he hadn't spoke one complaint about it. Sakura felt a little bad knowing that it was physically frustrating for even both of them at times but she had no idea when she wanted to let him fully have her. Deep down she was probably ready but she still didn't know if she wanted to and she was scared. Ino was the only one of out her friends to have actually done it and she didn't know what to expect or what their relationship would be like afterwards. Ino had dated Shikamaru for about seven months before they decided it wasn't working out but said she didn't regret doing it with him. Sakura gave a small sigh; she just wasn't sure what to do.

Sasuke glanced down sensing Sakura getting into her worry mode like she often did and tried to find a way to distract her like he often did, "You hungry?"

Sakura broke her train of thought and looked up at him. She paused momentarily thinking about it; she hadn't eaten dinner, "Very"

Both of them sat up and Sasuke held her hand as he led her to the kitchen; he let go through the cabinets getting out plates and cups like she lived there. They'd been together so long she knew where practically everything in the house, and that was saying a lot with how big the Uchiha's mansion was. Sasuke pulled out some leftover lasagna and put it in the microwave. Sakura filled their cups with lemonade and gave a small glance at him, "So…any thought towards which college you'll go to?"

Sasuke shook his head and avoided eye contact, knowing it was a heavy issue in her mind, "Any news about scholarships?"

Sakura got out silverware frowning at his lack of decision; "Once I send in my final grades after graduation they'll decide whether to give me a scholarship."

Sasuke turned with lasagna in hand preparing to put it on their plates, "You have practically a 100 in every class; you'll easily get a scholarship."

Sakura gave a small sigh, "I hope so"

Sasuke used his hand to make her gaze meet his before kissing her, "I know so."

Sakura gave a small smile and kissed him back, "Let's eat."

_the next day_

Sakura groaned at her alarm clock and sat up before turning it off. She rubbed her eyes before getting out of bed and getting ready for school. She brushed out her long hair after her shower; it was past her waist now. Sakura had contemplated cutting it but her long hair reminded her so much of her passed mother she couldn't help but want to keep it. Sakura slid on her grey skirt and white school shirt; she tied her blue necktie that seniors wore over her necklace and smiled at the mirror. She pulled up her high white stocking and placed her black shoes on before running downstairs with her briefcase.

"Morning Sweetheart"

Sakura gave a big smile at her father, "Morning Dad"

Her father was already ready to leave for work and on his way out the door when he pointed to the table, "Made you pancakes"

She smiled as he quickly walked over to her kissing her on the head before heading towards the door, "Thanks, have a good day at work."

He smiled at her before walking out the door, "Have a good day at school."

Sakura quickly turned to her food; they were strawberry pancakes, her favorite. She ate them quick before picking up her car keys and heading to school. Sakura smiled as she parked in her spot and saw Ino pull up beside her. "Hey Forehead!"

Sakura gave a small laugh before they started making their way up to the school, "Hey Ino-pig!"

Both girls laughed as they continued walking. Ino glanced as Sakura, "Anything good this weekend?"

Sakura smiled, "Mostly work but I got to help Hinata get ready for her date last night and then a few hours with Sasuke-kun."

Ino's eyes widened, "And you didn't call me! I would've totally helped!"

Sakura gave a small laugh as the blonde best friend fumed, "Sorry, Hinata didn't want you putting her in a dress like you put me in."

Ino made a grumpy face, "I made you look hot! You can't tell me Sasuke didn't like it!"

Sakura gave a small blush but shook it off, "I hardly had any skin covered, of course he liked it but if you put Hinata in that she'd be too embarrassed to walk outside. So what'd you do this weekend?"

Ino pouted, "You guys suck…I pretty much worked at the flower shop all weekend, all you guys are busy with your boyfriends while I'm stuck at home reading fashion magazines."

Sakura put a hand on her friend's shoulder, "Oh come on Ino, you attract plenty of guys."

Ino rolled her eyes as they walked into the school, "Not the right ones. Shikamaru and I broke up over two months ago; I'm totally ready to move on."

Sakura gave a sympathetic; they both knew Shikamaru had recently met an older girl named Temari he liked a lot, "I'm sure you'll find someone by summer break."

Ino gave a small sigh, "I totally envy you and Hinata; you both have hot boyfriends that'll do anything for you."

Sakura's heart swelled a little at the thought of Sasuke but continued to focus on her friend, "There's one of those waiting for you too. You just to find him. And if anything you'll meet plenty of hot male models went you become a fashion designer."

Ino shrugged and gave a small smile as they walked into the class and waved at their friends, "Very true"

Sakura walked over to Sasuke's desk giving him a small kiss on the cheek, "Morning"

Sasuke glanced up at her, "Morning"

The rest of their school day went by as normal; they had lunch with all their friends before Ino and Sakura interrogated Hinata about her date on the way back to class which consisted of a romantic dinner and dancing. Nobody ever pegged Naruto to be the romantic type but all of his dates with Hinata proved them wrong, not to mention the double silver band ring he bought her with a small sapphire stone set in the middle. Naruto and Sasuke both turned out to be quite romantic but Sasuke was more secretive about it. Everything about their lives were wonderful and calm compared to the mess Danzo had caused the year before, even Sai was finally happy being a part of their large group of friends. Everything was perfect.

_Konohagakure jail_

Danzo kept his gaze low as he sat in his cell; he'd been trapped in that cell for a long year but he knew it was nothing compared the rest of the years he'd have there. He'd been charged for kidnapping, several attempts at murder, and involvement in Sai's brother's murder; the court didn't even know about his underground business. They almost considered giving him the death penalty but Sai made sure he'd have to painfully live out the rest of his years in prison…all because of that stupid girl. The only entertainment Danzo could give himself was imagining the different ways he could get revenge on Sai, Sasuke, and especially Sakura. Danzo tilted his head up a little as his cell was unlocked and he was told he had a visitor. His eyes widened a little in curiosity but he quickly stood eager to see his first visitor. He walked down the hall hand cuffed considering who it could be; it wouldn't surprise him if Sai had come to check on him and to make sure he was miserable…that thought made Danzo's stomach twist in anger. He grumbled under his breath as a door was opened for him and he was led to the visitors' section. Danzo narrowed his eyes a man dressed in a black suit held his back to him; he ran his eyes along the stranger's long black hair questioning who it could be. A spark ran through Danzo's eyes as the man turned to reveal his pale white skin and gold eyes; Danzo smirked, "Well, well…you snake, I thought you were dead."

_at school_

Sakura smiled as Sasuke held her hand while everyone began exiting the school for the day. Sasuke led her to her car as she made small chatter about what when on during the school day. Once they got to her car she leaned against it and pulled him into a kiss. Sasuke paused a moment letting her scent linger, "You sure you have to go to work?"

Sakura made a small giggle and kissed him a few more times, "Yes…college doesn't pay for itself."

Sasuke made a small frown and continued to kiss her. "Would you two get a room!"

Both turned to see Ino getting into her car beside them with a mild frown on her face. Sakura gave a small laugh knowing they were making Ino feel jealous, "Sorry Ino…"

She shook her head and got in her car muttering something about being single. Sasuke watched as she drove off and gave Sakura one more kiss, "See you after work?"

Sakura smiled at him, "Sure"

_a few hours later_

Sakura sighed as she kept her eyes on her customers making sure they looked happy; work days were always more boring without Hinata. Sakura glanced up as a girl around her age walked towards the café. Sakura quickly skated over to her and gave her best work smile, "Hi, how many seats do you need?"

"One"

Sakura grabbed one menu analyzing the girl's bright red hair, "Alright, I'll lead you to your table."

Sakura couldn't help but keep her eyes on the girl; she hardly saw somebody with a hair color as rare as hers, "Can I start you off with a drink?"

The redhead adjusted her glasses giving Sakura a bored glance, "Water"

Sakura nodded keeping her smile on her face trying to ignore the girl's mild rudeness, "Coming right up."

Sakura gave a small sigh as she filled the glass with water; she was really hoping the redhead wouldn't remain rude the whole time. Sakura had faced many rude customers and she knew how to handle it but it didn't mean she liked it. Sakura smoothly skated back to the teen and placed her water down, "Are you ready to order?"

Sakura fought to keep the smile on her face ad the redhead gave a long analyzing look at Sakura with her bright red eyes. "House salad, don't screw it up."

Sakura's hand twitched a little but she kept her smile as she took back the menu, "Of course"

Once Sakura turned she frowned and muttered under her breath; her workday was just getting so much better. Thankfully Sakura didn't have to speak to her till her food was ready but she couldn't help but notice the redhead was staring at her the entire time. Sakura was hesitant to serve her once her food was ready but shoved her fake smile on her face and she brought her the salad, "Here's your salad. Just as ordered."

The redhead gave a small disgusted look at Sakura, "Fine"

Sakura clenched her jaw, "Anything else I can do for you?"

Her red eyes slowly analyzed every detail of Sakura, "You can go."

Sakura smile grew wider in preparation to make a sarcastic comment but kept it to herself. She calmly turned around and started tending to her other customers again. For the next hour the redhead slowly ate her salad and made snide comments every time Sakura checked on her, but what bothered Sakura most of all is the girl would not stop watching her. Sakura couldn't help but feel mildly creeped out as she went up to the redhead again, "Are you all done?"

The redhead gave a roll of her eyes, "Yes, I want my check."

Sakura kept her smile on as she handed it to her and picked up the tableware, "You have a nice night."

The redhead rolled her eyes again as she went to the front register to pay. Sakura finally relaxed once the redhead left and went back to the table to wipe it down. Sakura gave an immediate frown; the redhead didn't even leave a tip.

_an hour later_

Sakura sighed as she pulled her car up to Sasuke's house and got out of the car; the way the redhead was watching her at work wouldn't leave her mind. Sakura shook her head as she started walking up to Sasuke's house in her school uniform; she needed to stop worrying so much. She glanced up as Sasuke opened the door before she even got to it and gave him a tired smile. Sasuke immediately caught it an gave her an analyzing look, "Long day?"

Sakura nodded before she kissed him, "Just some rude customers."

Sasuke nodded and wrapped his arm around her as he led her into the house; he wouldn't try to say he understood. Sasuke never had a job before due to the endless amount of money his family had. Sakura put her briefcase down on the table and leaned against Sasuke, "I hate homework."

Sasuke gave a small kiss on her forehead and sat down with her, "Scholarship."

Sakura groaned knowing he was referring to the medical scholarship based on her grades, "I know, I know"

They spent the next hour eating Chinese food and doing homework like they often did after Sakura finished work. Homework was never hard for the two geniuses but it was nice spending time together while doing it. Sakura leaned back into Sasuke's arm once they finished and gave a tired sigh. Sasuke brushed her hair to the side of her face with his fingers and watched her tired face. She glanced her tired jade eyes up at him thinking over her day; Sasuke's eyes narrowed, "You sure nothing else is bothering you?"

Sakura clenched her jaw a little trying to forget the creepy redhead and shook her head, "No, just a long day."

Sasuke watched her for a moment but gave it up assuming she'd tell him otherwise. He kissed her forehead and looked into her eyes, "You should probably get back before your father calls."

Sakura frowned and glanced at the time, 10:21pm. Sakura groaned and leaned into his shoulder; she paused a moment and sat up straight, "Yeah, I know."

Sasuke led her out the door and gave her a long kiss before letting her leave. Sakura gave a small smile, "Goodnight"

Sasuke tilted his lips up a little in a loving smile, "Night, go get some sleep."

Sakura gave a small nod and started walking to her car. Everything's perfect, I have no reason to worry.

They both waved to each other before she got in the car completely in love and totally oblivious to somebody taking pictures of them in the distance.

_author's notes_

So took me a little longer to start the sequel than I thought, but what do you think? No the story won't be all about SasuSaku trying to figure out about having sex; just figured after being together a year that certainly would cross a couple's mind. I know the first chapter is never the most exciting but I hope you liked it and are looking forward to more. Please review! Remember I respond to all reviews!