Wow! My First New Story in awhile! And My First NAruSaku Fic! YAY! I know the summary doesn't sound exciting but I promise the story is much better if you get a chance. I've had a horrible case of writers block and couldn't come up with anything or write on any of my previous stories because of it. Then I came across this idea and felt the need to post immediately. Well that's all I've got to say...for now. I hope you all enjoy this as much as I did writing it!

Disclaimer:...sigh...I do not own Naruto...If Idid I'd be kicking back at my beach house right about now.I own my OCs, plots, and writing style!


That dazzling smile. His bright face and wondrous eyes. She really missed seeing them as they would always make her heart flutter with joy. His laugh used to bring a smile to her features whenever she'd hear it wherever she was. It had been two years since she'd seen either of those wonderful treasures. She sighed to herself. The one in question had gone off on yet a another training retreatwith Kakashi. That boy just had to learn more Jutsu when he'd become so strong already but something as trivial as that wouldn't have stopped him. He was stubborn as a bull. She thanked the heavens for that. If he hadn't been that way he wouldn't have come through hell's fire like he did and overcome the many obstacles that challenged his very way of the Shinobi.


The Cherry Blossom of Konoha looked out the window of her Hospital Office. The Village looked at peace, not just peace but finally at eternal peace or maybe it was just wishful thinking. There could never truly ever be peace in this world if those who only knew destruction rebelled against those who wanted to the bring the peace. She shook her head.

'If only it could truly be peaceful.' Sakura mused as she grabbed her jacket and left the room.

The hospital atmosphere made her feel gloomy and she needed some fresh air. As she walked by Tsunade caught eye of her. The Godaime's hair stuck up a bit and her hazel eyes were weary. "Where do you think you're going?"questioned a very Irritated Tsunade. She hadn't gotten any sleep for the last few days, including her medical team. Shizune, having also not had a good night's rest, just sighed at the possible argument that would ensue.

"I really need some fresh air. Being here for 3 days made me a bit light headed."the Cherry Blossom replied as she pulled her white coat over her shoulders.

Tsunade nodded, the feeling mutual. The hospital air had been quite stiffing as of late. If only there hadn't been so many injuries lately with the training corps and Anbu S-rank missions. Sakura nodded in compliance before leaving the Hospital. Once outside the lovely breeze blew soundly through the village, its whistles calming. As she walked she was greeted by many of the villagers and some of her fellow Shinobi and Kunnoichi whom were all Jounin now. Her mind reeled back to her days as a Genin. They were days that she could live and enjoy to the fullest. She had Naruto by Her side. Kakashi-sensei...and Sasuke. Even though the bastard obviously had hated her for god knows why it was slightly comforting to feel his presence as he valued her as a team member. That was in the past now and she only had the future to look forward to.

The rosette looked up and realized her surroundings. She'd come to the village gate. Somehow, someway she'd always end up here no matter what she was doing. Whether it be errands, shopping or just a simple walk through the village she would always end up here. It had been that way since a year ago, almost as if she was waiting for someone. Who was it? Who was she waiting for?

Sasuke?

No.

Kakashi?

No.

Who else was there?

A smile crept onto her face. She had been awaiting his safe return to Konoha. Even while he was away Naruto was still her team mate. He was her friend. She couldn't say the same for the other member of their former team though. A cat call brought her out of her musing as she looked around for the source of the noise. She laid her eyes upon Izumo and Kotetsu who were in charge of Pedestrian Traffic reports.

"If it isn't Konoha's cherry Blossom." Kotetsu said with a chuckle. "What brings you out here?"

Sakura smiled. "I really needed a break from the hospital."she said, massaging her left shoulder.

Izumo leaned back in his chair, nodding in agreement. "I understand. Its been a lot more hectic lately around here."

Sakura looked into the sky,her eyes searching the clouds as if they were distant stars. The wind gently caressed her hair. She wondered when her friend would be returning.


The surrounding Greenery repeated itself as the two walked. Both sighed as they were sick of the sight they'd seen for over 2 years. They wanted fresh vibrant colors and the sounds of prosperous life. Nature was good and all but it didn't compare to home. Their growling bellies yearned for the tempting delicacies that only the Fire-Country could offer. The many possibilities rambled around in their minds. The two snapped out of their thoughts as they caught sight of the village gates off in the distance which brought weary smiles to their faces. Home was all they could think about. The many friends they'd get to see. Even Loved ones. He wondered how they'd changed and how the village had flourished while they were away.

'Home.' they thought. 'We're Finally Home'