Cherry Blossoms in Winter
Synopsis: Naruto and Sasuke are the wealthiest, most popular young men at Japan's prestigious university. Sakura is a poor but hardworking student who transfers to the university. When Sakura stands up to the two bullies, Naruto and Sasuke pledge to make her life a living hell. But what happens when things backfire?
Disclaimer: Based partly upon Meteor Garden/Hana Yori Dango.
Chapter 1
Sakura gazed at herself in the mirror. She looked good in her white blouse and navy pleated skirt. Adjusting the Konoha University crest pinned on her blouse one last time, Sakura grabbed her navy blazer headed downstairs. "I'm going to school now," announced Sakura as she slipped on her black pumps.
"Sakura, did you eat any breakfast?" asked Mrs. Haruno, walking out of the kitchen with an apron around her waist.
For an answer, Sakura grabbed an apple on the kitchen counter and smiled.
"Good luck, dear" wished Mrs. Haruno, pressing her hands to her chest.
"Do your best now," reminded Mr. Haruno, getting out from behind the morning newspaper. "And don't forget how fortunate we are to be accepted into this school."
"Yes, dad," replied Sakura. "I'm off then."
"Be careful, Sakura-chan! Good luck!" shouted Sakura's mom from the doorway.
"I'll be careful," yelled Sakura back. Putting on her helmet, Sakura started the black moped. The engine sputtered and shook in an unhealthy way, but before long, was cruising down the cherry tree-lined street.
A mass of traffic and twenty minutes later, Sakura stood before the double doors of Konoha University, the most prestigious university in Tokyo. The square red-bricked building was a masterpiece in size alone, with ancient oaks and lush green grass surrounding it. Seeing a group of pretty upperclassmen stroll by, Sakura suddenly became self-conscious of her helmet hair and ran her fingers through her hibiscus-pink locks. Wandering down the university's spacious courtyard, Sakura wondered how she'd ever find her classes when an angry cry pierced the chattery atmosphere. Sakura spun around to see a very furious-looking young man with coffee dripping all down the front of his shirt and a very apologetic-looking girl.
"I'm so sorry," stammered the female student, reminding Sakura of a frightened mouse.
The angry blonde male let out a frustrated grunt. "It's all over me!"
"Sucks for you, Naruto," chuckled the dark-haired male next to him.
"I'm so sorry!" blurted the girl again, the same bewildered look in her wide lavender eyes. "Here, p-please use this." Trembling, the girl handed the male student a white handkerchief.
Suddenly, the young man looked up, his deep blue eyes flashing with such intensity that even Sakura was taken aback. It was then that she noticed how handsome the young man was with his well-built form, spiky yellow hair and bronzed skin.
"You!" began the young man as if he had just noticed the poor girl in front of him. "What the hell is wrong with you? Watch where you're going!" He abruptly seized the handkerchief from her hand and threw it on the ground, earning a wave of gasps from the crowd which had gathered around the scene like vultures to carcass.
Sakura felt indignation rising up inside of her like boiling liquid. Without thinking, she darted between the hapless female student and the young man who looked like he was about to eat her. "Hey jerk, you think you can just say and do whatever you want?"
Stunned, the blond stared at Sakura. He began to say something and then apparently changed his mind. "Yeah, so what?" was the casual response.
Sakura's eyes narrowed dangerously and her fingers closed into a fist when she remembered her parents and all the hopes they had for her attending Konoha University. Reluctantly, her fingers relaxed again. "Apologize to her," demanded Sakura in a low voice.
The blond folded his arms on his chest and smirked. "So then, I take it you're not going to do anything?"
Sakura was glaring at him so hard that she felt she were about to drill holes through his head.
"Oy, Naruto. Sorry man but can't you do this sometime else? As much as I hate to say this, we're going to be late for class," remarked another young man, with a spiky black ponytail.
"That's right," agreed another, with short black hair and a very wide but unconvincing smile.
"Fine," replied the blond young man without taking his eyes off of Sakura. "But since you look new, I'll introduce myself. I'm Uzumaki Naruto. If you mess with us, we'll make your life a living hell. Don't forget it."
As Sakura stared at the back of Naruto's spiky blond head, her control snapped and charged after him, her fist in a tight ball. Unexpectedly, a hand reached out and seized her fist before it connected with Naruto's skull. Sakura suddenly found herself very close to the Naruto's dark-haired friend. She couldn't help noticing how attractive he was with his narrow black eyes, high nose, and long bangs trailing attractively down the sides of his face. The young man gave Sakura a warning look before releasing her hand. Sakura staggered back and panted for breath, realizing that she had been holding her breath the entire time.
Naruto turned slowly around to face Sakura. He had a smile on his face. "Welcome to Konoha University, your living hell."
So what did you think?? I know it's not very good and I hope the whole thing didn't seem too rushed.
Critism helps A LOT and is greatly appreciated! If there's anything u think I should improve on, please DO tell! Thanks for reading!