TotallyObsessive: Ok so this is going to be a short, few chapter, story. Not to long but I thought it should be more then a one- shot.

Disclaimer: I don't own anyone! Original character doesn't even belong to me… boo hoo. All Naruto Characters are property of kishimoto and Yuriko is my friends idea.

Tears rolled down the girls pale face. The bandages around her eyes absorbing the salty liquid.

"I'm so sorry Yuri…" The pink haired nurse had a sullen look of sorrow on her face as the girl continued to cry silent tears. With one look back before she left, Sakura Haruno walked out of the room.

Less then ten hours ago Yuriko Kobayashi was out on a mission with her teammates, Kiba Inuzuka, Shino Aburame, Hinata Hyuga and her sensei Kurenai Yuhii.. They were ordered to terminate a large group of rouge ninja just outside konoha. They moved out expecting an easy mission after all, they were all Jonin and with the obvious exception of Kurenai, already 17 years old.

"Alright, let's go kick some butt!" Kiba screamed punching his fist in the air.

"Yeah let's go!' Yuriko agreed. Their teammates simply nodded and they all headed out.

Not even 20 minutes after their departure they ran into the ninjas they were after. All hell had broken lose.

"Kiba move!" Yuriko quickly tackled the dog boy to the ground as fire flew over their heads. Shino set up a barrier of bugs to protect them as the team went back to back. There were a lot more enemies then expected and now the team was surrounded. Quickly they all charged at their enemies taking them out one by one. Hinata seemed to be struggling as most of the rouges were going towards her. Yuriko had defeated her share of enimes and quickly rushed over to help her female teammate, when the sound of a loud howl of pain caused her to stop and turn around. Kiba was on the blood slowly seeping from his abdomen. The enemies were advancing as he struggled to get to his feet. Akamaru attempted to help but it was useless, he just couldn't do it. The ninja threw several kunais in Kiba's direction but Shino's bugs got in the way just in time. Shino rushed to Kiba's side and nodded to Yuriko who nodded back and ran over to aid Hinata. Kurenai was already helping her but the number of ninjas was overwhelming. Yuriko made her way to Kurenai.

"How are they still fighting?" She managed to ask as she sent a guy flying backwards with a heavy kick. Kurenai panted.

"I don't know. I never expected this many." Yuriko nodded quickly and turned as Kurenai ran towards one of the last enemies.

"Hinata how are-" Yuriko stopped once again. Hinata was being help in place as another enemy did a series of hand signs. Yuriko didn't know what it was but she couldn't let Hinata get hurt. She was like a sister to her, Hinata was always there when Yuriko needed her and now it was Yuriko's turn to return the favor. Not even thinking, Yuriko acted on instinct knocking the rouge over with one strong chakra filled punch and quickly pushing her comrade and friend out of the jutsu's path, but as she tried to move she found herself stuck. One of the 'supposedly' defeated ninja had grabbed her ankles and syuck her feet to the floor with the little chakra he had left. Yuriko struggled as hard as she could as she turned to face the other man in a panic, as she realized he had relised the jutsu.

"Hope you like the dark." That was the last thing she heard clearly. It was the ninja that had attacked her. The sound of laughs and sneers seemed to spin around her. Everything seemed to be moving in a blurry slow motion scene. Suddenly she felt an uncontrollable pain in her head. As a scream slowly pierced her senses, everything went dark.

And that's all she remembered. She had woken up in the hospital her faced wrapped up in bandages, probably the reason why she couldn't see anything but black. She was confused as to why she had to wear it, but all she cared about at the moment was her team. She had asked Sakura, and was relieved to find that they were fine and would be visiting tomorrow. Yuriko sighed. She was about to ask that one burning question but, Sakura beat her to it.

"Listen, Yuriko. I have to tell you. When you were on that mission, serious damage was done to your eyes. Tsunade- sama is doing her best but…" Yuriko feared the words that might come next, and prayed they would never come.

"…You… you may never… never be able to see again…" Sakura wanted to cry. How could she say that to one of her best friends? The blow came fast and hard like needles on her skin. Yuriko couldn't believe it. She started to cry, wet tears seemed to burn her eyes but she didn't make a sound.

"I'm sorry Yuri…" As Yuriko heard the door close she began to sob into her knees. She tried opening her eyes but all she saw was darkness.

'I hope you like the dark'

The enemies words rang through her head as she let out another sob. She quickly tried to calm herself as she remembered why she had entered the obvious trap. She had saved Hinata; someone who depended on her eyes. Without her famous bloodline, she was considered useless and could not lead her family. So in her min, Yuriko had done the best she could to ensure her friends future, even if for a little longer. Yuriko smiled to herself, she had done the right thing.

"That's a really cute smile you know." Yuriko shot up. She had not heard the door open. She quickly looked around but stopped and frowned when she relized it would do her no good.

"Aw, now it's gone." The stranger frowned as well. "Sorry for intruding on ya; but I heard you crying and thought you could use some cheering up, maybe?" Yuriko sniffled and wiped her face.

"Thanks, but I'm not in the mood." She stated plainly. The boy frowned once again but quickly regained an understanding smile.

"So no happy making. Let's just talk. You look like you need someone to talk to anyway. Why don't you start with why your so down. I'm curious as to why my teammate was crying when she walked out. Had to be some bad news… or are you just close. Either way really, I'm pretty interested."

'Teammate?' Yuriko thought. 'But it doesn't sound like Naruto and Sasuke's…'

"Who are you?" Yuriko asked quieter then she wanted. The boy had an sincere smile on his face as he took a seat beside her hospital bed. Yuriko could feel his warm breath on her face but she was scarred to find out just how close he was.

"That's an easy one. I'm Sai. But just who might you be?"

TotallyObsessive: Ok so I know it's sad, but It'll get better I promise. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed.