Hey everyone so this is my first long fanfiction. I've had this idea for quite a while and I have a lot of stuff in mind for this story. If you are looking for purely romantic fantasy this story probably isn't for you. As of right now my main focus is the adventures and relationships between the three sisters Sakura, Ino, and Karin. All three have suppressed "powers" that are weaker versions of their abilities in the actual Naruto series. I haven't chosen a pairing yet though I did have in mind SasuSaku, SaiIno, and SuiKar, however this is not set in stone and if there are pairing recommendations I will be tallying the votes as we go.

I'm serious enough about this fanfiction to make my own fantasy map to help you guys understand the layout of the six main areas. (You can find it on my profile) I hope this story will be interesting and everyone will keep reading. I want a lot of this story to have reader influence, which is why I created such a massive world. If you do have any scenes or ideas that you would like happen, leave a review and I will do my best to incorporate into the story.

Also be sure to check out my profile for the song Sakura sings. (Just the first part, not the second verse)

~:[Sakura]: :[Ino]:~

"Good morning sleeping beauty," Ino threw open the red silk drapery, enabling the bright morning sunshine to illuminate the room. Sakura was still fast asleep in her large bed. You could hear her groaning, her eyes squinting in the sunlight. She yanked the layers of silk blankets over her head and curled into a fetal position. She knew it would do nothing but delay the inevitable. However that didn't mean she couldn't enjoy her time under the nice warm blankets.

"Ino it's too early," you could hear her mumbled voice from underneath the blankets. Ino humphed and marched over to her older sister throwing the blankets onto the floor. You could hear her hiss curling up even more. Her long pink haired spilled about the soft pillows.

"Not today girls, we have very important visitors today, Sakura get up, Ino get her ready as soon as possible I only have one maid to spare this morning. Punctuality is crucial girls," an older woman walked in clapping her hands.

"Ugh Shishou," Sakura groaned. Sakura sat up on the edge of the bed, her long pink night pants reaching the top of her feet. Ino handed her a robe. Tsunade Senju, Sakura's personal trainer in all things medical and physical. She was Sakura's role model. She contained eternal beauty she was old enough to be Sakura's grandmother, over 50, but no one knew her real age. She looked to be about the age of 30, her face was soft and free of blemishes, with straw colored hair in low pigtails and dark honey colored eyes, she was a definition of beautiful.

"Don't worry our training tomorrow will make up for it," the woman replied smiling at her. Sakura's eyes lit up and she jumped off the side of her bed enthusiastically, and the woman took her leave.

"I hate the cold," Sakura said shivering as her small feet touched the cold intricate tile underneath. It held a slight warmth to it from the sun, but was still cool from the night's chill. It was getting warmer every day as spring neared, and Sakura's 20th name day.

"No one does dear now lets pick out a dress for you," Ino said walking towards Sakura's closet. Sakura yawned and stretched before groggily walking towards her vanity. It was a smaller dresser, only about 3 feet wide with one drawer. But it was skillfully carved out of cherry red mahogany wood. The bottom edge of the counter was curved and contained a small circle made out of small diamonds. Sakura's family emblem was just a simple white circle, the Haruno's. Sitting on the small cushioned bench she viewed her morning look. Grimacing at herself, she still looked like a child. She was 19 damnit, so why couldn't she grow into her huge forehead. Even her eyes were still big, green, and doe like. Not to mention compared to her sisters her body still failed to achieve a word even close to "curvy". She didn't mind though, unlike her other sisters she was more athletic. She poked and prodded at her forehead, groaning.

"Just face it Sakura your forehead will forever be large, now what about this," Ino said grinning at Sakura playfully. She chose a small but long white colored dress. It hugged her small petite form well, but did not come off as promiscuous. The sleeves were long and grew wider towards the wrist. The top of the dress was more horizontal and was lined with small pink and white gems. Sakura glared at her sister. She smirked as the maid began to brush through her hair. She wondered what it would look like short. Would people make fun of her? Perhaps she didn't even care enough about them to not cut it. It would definitely be an improvement during her training.

"Let's be fair pig, we all know your last boyfriend didn't leave you because of your personality," Sakura replied. Ino growled and opened her mouth to retort but was interrupted by a voice through the doorway.

"What guy would want either of you as wives? Especially wives who are never on time," a taller girl leaned against the door frame using one finger to readjust her small glasses. Sakura and Ino turned and glared at her.

"Karin what do you want," Ino said throwing Sakura's dress over her arm. Karin snorted, rolling her dark raspberry colored eyes at the couple. She stood up straight as her red curls bounced against her shoulders. Karin was their eldest sister and next in line for the throne, never wasting a second to make sure that her younger sisters knew it. She wasn't a bad person, just a huge ego and a jealous personality. Sakura had figured it was the stress of her classes, politics and the teachings of courtesies between kingdoms. Konoha was a wealthy country, but the Haruno's never held it to their own personal treasury. The people were happy, as far as Sakura was concerned. Of course not all people were perfectly content and they never would be. There were still rebellions out in the village, jealous fools.

"Tsunade sent me to get you guys, they have arrived. Oh and first come first serve," she said and laughed as she walked down the hall. Sakura sighed, she would never understand her. Why did she have to be so bitter towards them, they have never done anything to her. Their parents treated them all fairly. The maid finished up her french braid, too late in time for Sakura to argue with Ino about her wardrobe choices. The maid bowed and took her leave to give Sakura her privacy. She sighed and grabbed the dress from Ino. Ino went to choose some shoes. She slipped the gown over her body and smoothed out the small wrinkles. Sakura again looked at herself in the mirror rolling her eyes at the reflection. She slipped her feet into the small white flats.

"Wait, we need to touch up a bit," Ino said halting Sakura from leaving.

"What? Ino I don't need "touched up" I'm not exactly TRYING to get a guy," Sakura said giving a disapproving look towards her sister. Ino ignored her and ordered Sakura to close her eyes. Applying some light kohl to her eyes, not too much but just enough to shed away some innocence.

"Can we go now," Sakura said. Ino rolled her eyes and they proceeded out of the room together.

~:[Sakura]: :[Ino]: :[Karin]:~

"You're late," their mother objected their behavior. They both mumbled an apology before their mother sighed and gave a small smile. She ushered them into the throne room where their father and older sister stood in front of a line of young men. The bright sun still shined through the skylights, bright colors flooded the room fromt he painted mosaic glass. A single red carpet lined the way from the door to the far side of the room where five thrones sat. Her father of course in the middle owning the largest of them next to his on the right her mother's throne, slightly smaller, but larger than their daughters. Sakura didn't attend to much of the political matters brought forth from the citizens. She couldn't say the same for Karin and her parents.

Karin twirled a lock of hair around her finger chewing on the side of her mouth. Sakura noted she was nervous, unusual for Karin. Sakura stood next to her with Ino on her left and her mother walking towards the other side of her father. There were several more young suitors that arrived and they exchanged small greetings through bows and curtseys. Sakura couldn't deny that she was also nervous, but perhaps it was because she felt like a treasure being auctioned off to the highest bidder. Sakura would never give any man the satisfaction of complete control over her. She was an independent woman, and she wanted to be treated as such. Her sisters being much different from her, going with the flow trying to fit in and create a good image.

"Thank you fine young gentlemen for taking the time to travel to our beautiful kingdom of Konoha. As you know my daughters are of marrying age and as a simple practice to better introduce everyone tonight, a gala will be held," the king exclaimed excitedly towards their guests. Sakura seen her older sister fidget next to her.

"What's wrong," Sakura whispered quietly hoping her father wouldn't hear her over his booming voice.

"I feel a dark presence. It's so... cold and evil," Karin whispered her eyes narrowing.

"No one likes the cold Karin," Ino said smiling towards their audience. Sakura rolled her eyes. Her older sister was going crazy on her and her younger sister was, well, pig headed. Sakura turned her attention back to the guests. None of the men seemed too interesting, most of them were good looking, but some looked more interested in the goods than the heart. Sakura frowned slightly. It helped most of them turned an eye towards her sisters. Karin of course being the jewel of all prizes, knowing their marriage towards her will grant them the wealth and ruling of her kingdom as well addition to their own kingdom. Ino being next her beautiful long blond hair, which Sakura noted she decided to wear down today, and sparkling devilish sapphire eyes and curvy body. She would make a beautiful wife, something that can be shown off and the king can say "all mine". Sakura being the bottom of the prizes a small maiden of spring brought nothing of value to the table. She inwardly chuckled at the expressions she would receive if any of them knew all she did was read and practice combat training. She didn't care though, she never planned on marrying rather she wanted to be out adventuring helping out as many people as she could. She began to tune in to her fathers speech as it came to an end.

"We expect everyone to be there on time," he ended looking towards his two youngest with a sharp eye. They hunkered away and grinned sheepishly. He sighed and dismissed the men in front of him. They all began to chatter amongst themselves, some taking their leave seeing nothing of value. Of course Sakura knew they would still show up to the gala, not attending would ruin the reputation of their own kingdoms.

"You know how being late will look on you and the kingdom's future," their father said putting one hand on each of their shoulders.

"It was my fault father I was late to wake up," Sakura said. She didn't mind taking the blame the worst she could get was a slap on a wrist. Ino glared at her, she hated when Sakura did that.

"Of course sooner or later I won't believe you at all. Well I think I will look over it for today, be sure to make it up tonight at the gala. And girls wear your best dresses and behavior," he reprimanded them and walked over towards Karin who was currently talking to one of the candidates. She peered back at Sakura with a small worried look in her eyes. Sakura didn't know why, but she believed Karin could feel these things. IT still gave Sakura chills, if Karin did feel something this dark she didn't want to ever meet the person who held this aura. And hoped this person would leave and not cause any trouble.

Sakura proceeded back to her chambers to change into her combat clothing. The fire that once lit the shadows of the room was slowly burning out. It was becoming warmer with the constant sun shining through the large glass pane window. She chose a simple red tunic, with her families crest on the back. Throwing on a pair of tan trousers and some black riding boots, she took a small red silk ribbon Ino had given to her when they were younger and tied it at the end of her braid. She nodded at herself in the mirror, feeling more comfortable in her pants than her skirts. Ino walked in before Sakura could grab her cloak.

"And where do you think you're going," Ino asked throwing a hand on her hip. Sakura sighed, now she would have to argue with Ino about her rights of going wherever she pleased.

"Out riding," Sakura stated turning around to face her sister, fastening her cloak around her shoulders.

"Where," Ino said curiously.

"Amaranthine Glade."

"But thats so far in the forest, we have a gala tonight we have to attend. What time will you have to stay there," Ino asked crossing her arms. Her hair was set up into her customary ponytail, the end reaching her waist. Some of her bangs fell down and sat in front of her right eye. She adorned a simple purple sun dress, that reached her knees. The top was stretchy and stuck to her like a second skin, revealing all of her curves. The sleeves puffed up at the top of her shoulders. She wore tan colored caligae sandals that laced up to the middle of her shin.

"Then go with me," Sakura said shrugging. She took her extra cloak and shoved it in her small pack. She secured it around her waist, and looked at Ino. Ino sighed and finally agreed. Sakura watched her walk out and assumed she was going to get ready. She took this time to make sure she had everything she needed then proceeded out into the hallway. Ino had already disappeared around the corner as Sakura walked down the long corridor. Just like the throne room, there was a single red carpet lining the middle of the room. Large paintings hung to her right, most were random and held no meaning towards the family itself but were still beautiful enough to preserve. The large windows on her left let in a bulk of sunlight. She walked up to two large armored statues that seemed to be guarding the door. Pushing it open she came across a large room that held various weapons. She walked towards the bows grabbing the one that was crafted especially for her. It was made of a dark colored yew engraved with sakura petals. She hung it around her back and grabbed her quiver. It was simple, and hung tightly on her back.

She grabbed her sword. It was shorter than average, but it was light and Sakura was agile. It was made of titanium steel, that glittered in the light. The grip was firm and covered with a piece of leather. The pommel was carved in the shape of a cherry blossom and the petals were filled with pink opals. The cross-guard was straight and diamond shaped, filled with emeralds. Sakura had name it Life's Bane. Sliding it into its sheath, she strapped it to her belt.

"Are you going to hunt," Ino had asked her from the doorway. She was holding a basket filled with an arrangement of dangos and andagi, the top covered with a clean picnic blanket. Sakura raised her eyebrow at her but said nothing.

~:[Karin]:~

"Karin I want you to join me for today's judgements, it is time you learned in a real life situation," Karin's father told her. She nodded her head, she knew it was expected. She was the heir to her kingdom and she would learn how to properly run it. He gave her a reassuring smile and they both sat on their respective thrones. There were several guards stationed around the room as well as a few members of the council. Karin's father always insisted there be a reliable outside source on any situation, and Karin never argued. She began to feel nervous again, it was that presence, but slightly different from before. Not as cold. She began to chew on the side of her cheek, reminding herself she needed to stop that habit.

"Introducing, Hyuuga Neji from the Hyuuga Dynasty," the courier replied bowing in front of the king and princess. She could see her father stiffen and the council began to mutter among themselves. Behind the courier was a tall man with long brown hair and striking violet eyes. They intrigued Karin, he was handsome she did admit. He held a firm smile and his eyes were slightly narrowed. She couldn't tell if he was nervous or irritated, probably both. He put his hands together in front of him and bowed slightly. Her father recognized him and held a hand to shush the council. The whispering ceased and all seemed to be eager at his visit. She could understand the Hyuuga Dynasty was so far away and the landscape needed to travel to get there. Swamps and forests, even mountains depending the path you took.

"Your majesty, I am Hyuuga Neji. Nephew of Hyuuga Hiashi our clans leader. I ask assistance from your kingdom," he said looking straight into the King's eyes. Her father rested an arm on the chair and began to pull at his whiskers.

"And what assistance might that be," he asked carefully. Karin remembered that the Hyuugas and the Uchihas of Otogakure were at war. They were both old clans and always struggled to gain more power over the other. It was small in accordance with the other large villages, due to the distance away. However something must of happened for the nephew of the clans leader to travel so far from home during a war.

"Senju Tsunade, master of healing arts. We are in troubled times, as you may know the Uchiha clan and mine are at war, and we are need of medical assistance. I wish to escort Tsunade back to the Hyuuga province to assist our doctors. Our numbers are growing small and soon our clan will be wiped out," Neji said.

"Your highness, if we help the Hyuuga out we will be seen as enemies to Otogakure. It seems hardly worth it, to put our village in danger for the sake of a few lives," the kings, highest member of the council, Jiraiya had spoken. Neji glared at the old man.

"Those few lives are my family, and I would appreciate that you can at least act like my clan is something," Neji replied crossing his arms.

"Why would they want a war between the 5 nations. Surely Oto knows that we would have more allies than the Uchiha can imagine," another council member explained.

"Yes, but the Uchiha clan is large and quite brutal. They're special eyes are ones to fear in themselves," Jiraiya replied.

"Even with their eyes, if we do side with the Hyuugas and with the aid of the other kingdoms, they can easily be taken down. Perhaps we shouldn't worry about a war and help the Hyuugas," the third council member explained with a smirk. The king was silent throughout the conversation. He played with his whiskers thinking. The council members continued to argue and the King held up a hand. The room got quiet.

"Fetch me Tsunade," he said, and two guards left to retrieve the older woman.

~:[Sakura]: :[Ino]:~

"Len, are our mares ready," Sakura asked him smiling. He blushed at her and nodded his head handing the princess's their respectful reins. He lent a hand to Sakura ignoring Ino but she brushed him off and motioned him to help her sister. Ino glared at him. Sakura flung herself on top of the horse, securing her feet in the stirrups. Len hoisted Ino on top of her mare, still holding her basket.

"Thank you Len we will be back before the gala," Sakura smiled at him. He smiled back and Sakura tapped her heel into the horses side he began to move. Ino doing the same following beside her sister. The horses rode through the forest, moving around the trees gracefully. Their large hooves breaking the small twigs beneath them.

"Sakura," Ino asked wanting her sisters attention. Sakura made a small hmm signaling that she was listening.

"Sing that one song," Ino said smiling her eyes closed. Sakura nodded, not that Ino could see, and began to sing. It was an old song, from the time of the sages. The words rolling off of her tongue, Ino humming the music. Their voices echoed within the forest, it was silent as if it was a lullaby that had put them to sleep. A breeze picked up seeping through the opening of Sakura's cloak making her shiver. She sang it over and over, such a sad song with so much meaning but few remembered it. About an hour and a half later the noise of forest life began to elevate as they neared the glade.

It was an open space with large trees surrounding in a perfect circle. In the middle sat a weeping cherry tree, Sakura smiled at it. There was an assortment of rocks not to far, each containing the long forgotten language of the ancients on it. The tree provided much shade for the two princess as Sakura dismounted. Her horse stayed in its place. She took the basket and held it in one hand, grabbing Ino's hand with the other, as she slid down gracefully, making sure her skirts didn't ride up. Sakura handed the basket back to her as she walked towards the tree. The horses began to stalk off together grazing on some of the grass, not venturing far. Sakura unsheathed her sword and cut down a few of the longer branches, allowing more space for the girls to sit down and eat. Ino laid out the small blanket and sat down. Sakura soon sat down next to her.

"I swear that boy would give anything to be with you," Ino said huffily to her sister as she handed her a dango. Sakura hummed as she ate. Ino rolled her eyes. She knew her sister was playing stupid always dodging the subject of love. They ate the picnic lunch in peace as the sun began to get hotter and the breeze picked up. Sakura sat up quickly as crows fled from a group of trees. Ino looked over at her sister surprised at the sudden movement. Sakura stood up unhooking her bow from her torso.

"Where are you going," Ino asked Sakura sitting up straighter.

"Hunting."

"W-Wait don't leave me here alone how will I defend myself," Ino asked worry in her eyes. Sakura contemplated and remembered a small dagger she kept in her pack. She removed it and handed it to her sister hilt first.

"Here its light and small so hide it and use it as a surprise attack," Sakura said. Ino gaped at her. She really expected her to STAB someone or something. The only knives she had ever used was for cooking and even then she wasn't very proficient with them. Sakura didn't wait for her sister to protest. She ran off towards the commotion disappearing into the shade of the trees.

~:[Shisui]: :[Sai]:~

"Hahahaha, now there is a fine piece of art," a large man boasted slapping a bar maids backside. She giggled at him and spilt the overflowing beer onto the floor. The inn was hidden in shadows as the small fireplace kept the inside warm. Drunk men and laughter were aplenty, however a couple sat towards the corner of the inn next to the window.

"So we followed him here now what," Shisui asked his cousin. He took a swig of brew as Sai began to map their progress. He was a master cartographer and most of the landscape maps were produced between him and other adventurers.

"We wait," Sai said simply not looking towards his older cousin. Shisui was impatient but he was a fine warrior and never let it cloud his mind in the battlefield.

"Maaaaan what am I supposed to do. We don't even know how long he's going to be here," he whined his eyes starting to cloud from the alcohol. Commotion could be heard outside as a fleet of horses rode up to the inn. Shisui and Sai looked out the window, quickly packing up what little they had and bringing their hoods up. They walked towards the inn keeper.

"Do you have a back exit," Sai asked him. He nodded and pointed behind him. Shisui and Sai wasted no time exiting the small inn as guardsmen began pouring in the inn joining in the laughter and stench. The two cousins weaved through the forest as Shisui put his hands behind his head whistling. Sai said nothing as they continued on.

"Are you sure you know where we're going," he asked him. He had full faith in his cousin but sometimes he wondered. His cousin didn't answer him and Shisui rolled his eyes.

"We're heading to the glade where the last message from the ancients are being held," Sai replied. The language of the ancients. Complex but the eyes of the Uchiha made it extremely easy to comprehend. Shisui began to daydream as he ran into his cousins back. Almost falling over, his cousin grabbed his cloak and pulled him down. Shisui was about to reply but there in the middle of the glade sat a beautiful blond girl and two horses. Shisui began to wonder where the other person was, or why would this high borne girl have two horses.

"What is she doing here," Sai asked curiosity laced his voice.

"You know who she is?"

"Haruno Ino," Sai said his face was slightly pink making Shisui wonder if he was almost blushing. He grinned and pat his cousin hard on the back.

"Well it's only fitting we introduce our selves to the princess of the next wealthiest kingdom." Shisui stood up and walked out into the opening. She yelped and jumped up real quick getting her hair caught in some of the branches. She had a look between fear and irritation. Shisui held his hands up.

"Wooo hey not going to hurt you," he said smiling towards her. She yanked the rest of her hair out of the branches and held the small digger up towards Shisui. He stared at her in amusement. It was clear she didn't know how to handle the weapon.

"It is a pleasure to meet you your highness. But perhaps that dagger would be more useful if it was out of its sheath," Shisui said trying not to laugh. She grew angry and embarrassed as she lowered the weapon. Sai soon walked out from behind him.

"Now now we're just here for business, nothing to do with you of course so enjoy your little picnic and we will tell no one of our meeting here," Shisui said as Sai walked towards the stone. He began to copy the script onto his parchment paper.

~:[Karin]:~

"Your majesty," Tsunade bowed to the king. He smiled at her and gestured towards Neji. Neji got down to his knees and bowed towards her.

"Lady Tsunade my clan is in desperate need of your abilities. Please give me the honor of escorting you the the Hyuuga Compound," Neji said never looking up to her.

Her face held a serious expression. His offer was asking a lot, it wasn't a decision she could easily make. She knew the king and his council had already discussed the issue of the war. However she took her age into account. She did look very young but she didn't know how well her body would take the trip. However she did know of someone who shared her skills as a medic and was much younger than her. She didn't know how the King would react to her idea.

"Im sorry I must decline your offer," Tsunade began. The boys head raised up, his eyes filled with much hatred. He began to retaliate to her answer but she held up her hand silencing him.

"I will offer a different proposition. However it would be the Kings decision," Tsunade said crossing her arms over her endowed chest. The king raised his eyebrow but soon caught on. He looked towards Karin, she was after all Sakuras sister.

"Karin, what would you think about Sakura taking Tsunades place," the king said to his eldest daughter. Her eyes widened at the idea and began to chew on her lip. Karin knew her sister was more than capable of handling the duty, but none of them had ever been out past the forest. She didn't see any reason why she couldn't. She pushed her glasses up further on her nose.

"I believe my sister is more than capable of handling the duties given. However we've never been on such a long trip before, but in the end I don't ever see an issue as to why she can't." The king smiled at his daughter. He would .take her word for it. He nodded his head.

"I approve but I will send Naruto as an escort," the king said offering Neji the new deal. His eyes narrowed.

" I apologize your highness but I doubt the trip let alone the war itself would be suit for a princess," Neji replied. Tsunade smirked.

"I don't think you've met a princess like sakura."

~:[Sakura]: :[Ino]: :[Shisui]: :[Sai]:~

She heard her sister yelp, but it wasn't a hurt kind of yelp it was out of pure fear. Sakura raced back towards the glade her arrow knocked ready to be launched. She appeared in the glade behind two men both in black cloaks. She saw the dagger in Ino's hand still sheathed. He held his hands up in a yielding position. She brought her bow up and aimed towards his heart.

"Halt, state your name and purpose," Sakura said she could feel her heart pounding. She had never been in this situation and the adrenaline in her was kicking. It took all of her will to not show her fear. The man turned around swiftly holding his hands up even higher as he seen his situation.

"Lower your weapon commoner," Sai replied aiming his own bow towards her. However she did not yield and did not correct his mistake at her authority. The less they knew the better. She turned her bow and aimed towards the other man instead. A man without his weapon was no threat to her. She had trained hard for these situations, mostly self defense.

"Hey now no need for this, I call a truce. Both of you put down your weapons and this encounter never happened," Shisui said putting down his hood. He was so handsome, his choppy navy colored hair and midnight eyes. She looked at Ino behind him and saw her pleading eyes. Sakura sighed and slowly lowered her bow her opponent doing the same.

"State your name and purpose," Sakura repeated herself. They remained silent. Sai began to copy the script again. Shisui began to walk towards his cousin.

Sakura was irritated she hated being ignored. Slinging her bow back across her torso she cautiously walked towards her sister.

"What the hell," Sakura asked her sister in a hushed voice. Ino shrugged. She had no idea who these two were or what they wanted. She did know they wanted the ancient language off those rocks. What she didn't understand was why. It was always said that no one could comprehend it.

"Get on your horse we're going to head back," Sakura said. Ino began to pick up what was left of the picnic but Sakura grabbed her wrist and nodded her head no. Ino was biting her lip and she nodded. Sakura whistled the horse over causing the men to look towards her. Sakura glared at them, the older of the two males gave her a smirk. She grabbed Ino's waist and helped her onto her horse. Sakura then mounted her own horse and was about to take off into the woods.

Ino jumped as war horns could be heard in the distance. Sakura looked up fear in her eyes. The banners were being called. What was happening.

"Ino head to the cottage" Sakura said. Ino was about to argue with her sister but the look Sakura gave her kept her lips into a firm line. She nodded and motioned for her horse to head toward the fields. Once Ino disappeared into the trees Sakura looked back towards the two men. They were staring at her. She glared at them again before setting off into a gallop towards the village.

~:[Shisui]: :[Sai]:~

Once Sakura left the men relaxed ever so slightly. "Why are our banners being called. This can't be good," Shisui said his brow furrowing. Sai finished packing up his ink and parchment and the two took off into a run after Sakura.

"This can't be good. Fugaku really wouldn't be as stupid to call banners on Konoha would he," Shisui asked his cousin. Sai was quiet, he didn't like to talk about the main family much. Although he did have to agree. Uchihas were powerful with great numbers as well as wealthy. However Konoha had many more allies, easily outnumbering them. Not to mention the Hyuugas would take the opportunity for revenge. The only thing Sai could think about was where the blond headed princess went.

~:[Sakura]:~

As Sakura began to get closer she could hear the screams of the citizens and see the smoke rising through the air. She unsheathed her sword but prayed she wouldn't have to use it. Bursting through the trees she seen men everywhere throwing torches towards the houses. Sakura's horse began to rear up as a nearby house exploded. She fell off backwards and her horse took off. Looking to her right she noticed a woman and child cornered, fury engulfed her as she quickly ran towards them raising her sword to attack the man. She brought her sword down as it sliced through his shoulder blade. He screamed in pain and his eyes turned red in hatred. He spun around, quickly forgetting the woman and child, hitting her in the gut making her double over. The man brought his foot up connecting with Sakura's chin and she flew backward several feet. Her vision began to blur as she laid on the ground in pain trying to catch her breath.

The adrenaline in her soon ran out. She had never felt so sore and tired in her life. The man walked over and stood above her kicking her head knocking her unconscious. The last thing she seen was his wide grin and blood red eyes.

~:[Karin]:~

Yelling could be heard as the clunking of chain mail came closer. Everyone turned towards the entrance of the throne room as 2 guards ran in. The king and his daughter stood up quickly.

"Your majesty we're under attack by the Uchihas. Please we must get you to safety," one of the guards replied.

"Get as many women and children into the safe houses as well as the wounded. Tsunade take Karin as well. I want all able men to draw their swords with honor," everyone began to move quickly following the Kings orders.

"What about Mom and my sisters," Karin looked fearfully towards her father. He sighed.

"They will be fine. Go with Tsunade and stay safe. Where is Naruto!?"

"Sir he has already joined the battle," one of the guards said. The king sighed.

That boy.

Dun dun dun. What's going to happen next. Sakura is unconscious who will save her? Will Ino make it safely to the unknown cottage? Will Karin and Tsunade make it safely to the safe houses?

Please review and constructive criticism is encouraged!

~SexualDisgrace