well I decided to start a new story, because lately I have been naruto obsessed. And because I really had a good Idea this time. I do not own Naruto. but I do own this story, so take it and die. Even though this will not be a humorus story, I have problems about not being able to write without a little funny stuff here and there.

If you are one of the people looking to see my other stories update just tell me in reviews and I will try and see what I can do to help them, but some of them are unfixable. But for now let us all read this story and see if we like it!

-------------------------------------I am Sakura Haruno- Chapter One- Why Me?

It was around that time of year again. Just like I had done for the past four years, I would go and mourn for the loss of my beloved, Sasuke. Why? Well I don't think I could answer that one, I just always have. There is always a shred of hope he might return. For all these years, I have been stuck in the past, stuck in that day. Things have changed.

I always thought that if I became stronger it might help. I was foolish, there was nothing I could ever do to change his
mind. I regret nothing. If he hadn't of left on that day, I would still be that wishful naive girl. The one always needing someone to protect her. The one that thought love could conquer all.

Being a medic-nin is hard work. I never imagined a day at the hospital at all like it is. Healing takes a lot out of me, but it all pays off to see my patients walk out of there healthy. It takes my mind off thiny. Seeing people happy sometimes just makes my day, it gives me the will to put on my mask.

I know I shouldn't complain, I am not the only one that misses him. Naruto, he has had his mask his whole life. He misses Sasuke almost as much as I.

Today was a very slow day at the hospital, I hadn't been needed for a single patient yet. Not that it bothered me, slow days are easier. I looked over to see a nurse running at me.

"Ma'am! There is a wounded ninja outside!"

I completely forget about any other thoughts.

"How bad is the wound?"

She gave me a grave look.

"We don't know if he will make it."

I saw the ninja being carried up by Kakashi, my old sensei.

"Kaka-Sensei! What is wrong?"

He gave me a grave smile, then nodded to the bloody boy in his arms.

"He jumped in front of a wounded comrade, saved Kiba's life."

At the mention of my old friend I looked away from Kakashi down to the wounded boy.

"Kiba is fine, yes?"

He noticed my worries and placed a hand on my shoulder.

"Kiba will be fine, just a wounded leg," He got a better hold on the boy, "But this one on the other hand…"

"Get him up to a room now!" I had to save him.

When he was placed on the bed, I started to study the extent of his wounds. Twenty-seven kunai, a punctured lung, and other extremely extensive damage.

I started with the kunai, taking them out and using special ointment to stop any infection. I decided that after the holes were healed and most of the bleeding stopped I would work on the internal damage.

After taking out Kunai number eight and healing it, the boys eyes started to flutter open.

It was only then I realized who this boy was. I came face to face with pearl white eyes. I was shocked for a moment realizing who this person was.

Hyuuga Neji had saved Kiba's life?

It seemed unbelievable, that cold heartless Neji could save someone's life.

My shock was short lived as I saw him wince in pain. I forgot all about what he had done right then, only concentrating on the task before me.

I could barely heal him. His wounds were horrid and as the last of his wounds disappeared, so did my chakra. I blacked out right on the hospital bed.

I woke up to the sound of chuckling.

"You do know that it is found extremely improper for a man and a woman to sleep in the same bed before they are wed?"

Inwardly I was blushing like mad, but outwardly the only change in my features was a small smile. I looked up and sure enough I was lying right next to Hyuuga Neji.

"Well someone gained consciousness quickly."

He let out a small smirk then went back to thinking, almost as if he hadn't got the reaction he was looking for.

"Hn"

I sighed softly and grabbed some bandage from a nearby closet. I started to wrap up his left arm and leg.

"You shouldn't be walking for awhile after this you know."

I finished wrapping and went rummaging in the back for Lee's old crutch.

"Damnit, do I have to use that thing, I made fun of Lee for that."

I gave him the worst glare I could manage.

"Well then let's think of this as payback. And, an excuse for you not to be here so often!"

I took this as the perfect opportunity to stalk out the door. As I reached for the handle it flung open knocking me down.

"Oh! Neji-kun! I heard you were in the hospital and I rushed right over!"

The mousy woman ran over to Neji and started showering him with hugs and kisses. I laughed to myself knowing this small raven haired beauty must be Neji's girlfriend. I felt sorry for him.

I headed down to the new pub in town. I saw Kiba sitting at the one of the freshly polished seats.

"Neji alright?"

I saw that he had many small bruises and some cuts on his face, but he had a large gash on his leg. Akamaru was licking it to stop the bleeding.

"Fine enough to have his evil girlfriend come in, but enough about that, what about your leg?"

His gaze dropped down to his leg. I watched as he nodded at me, almost like a signal that I was to heal him.

I kneeled down and started on his leg, while working I caught our reflection in the mirror. He was giving me a sad look.

"What's wrong Kiba?"

I caught his gaze and he held it for awhile before looking away.

"You know I really do like you Sakura. I have enjoyed these outing we have been going on and all, and I wish more then anything that we could keep this up, but you and I both know this isn't right."

I nodded silently and kept at his legs.

He laughed a bitter laugh at sent chills up my spine.

"It doesn't take a fool to see that you are still in love with Uchiha. Not even Naruto misses that one. I'm not sure you understand, but I can't come second to the girl I love. I'm sorry."

I felt his fingers caress my face, and his lips touch mine for the last time.

We both felt the uncomfortable silence, I could tell he was struggling to make it more friendly.

"You know it isn't Neji's fault."

"What?"

I looked at him like he was nuts, he rubbed the back of his head.

"His girlfriend, his uncle picked the most beautiful woman he could find to be his wife. So unless she breaks it off, he is stuck."

I let out a small chuckle.

"Hyuuga never struck me as the kind of person to date… that."

We both shared a laugh until Kiba caught site of the time.

"I'm really sorry Sakura, but I promised Shino I would go train with him around five minutes ago. See you!"

I watched him run until he was out of sight.

I turned around on the stool I was sitting and asked for any kind of strong drink. He gave it to me, even though he knew I was only seventeen. I guess he must of witnessed what had happened and decided not to piss of an emotionally challenged ninja.

Not that he had to, someone else would most defiantly beat him to it.

"Three… Two… One…"

"Sakura!"

"Right on time"

I felt a large amount of hair tickle my nose. Blue eyes were all I could see.

"Good afternoon, Ino."

I sighed, I couldn't so anything to stop her, and it seemed that this time she had managed to drag her lazy-assed boy toy with her.

"Good afternoon Shikamaru."

I noticed Ino start looking around.

"If you are looking for Kiba, he isn't her. We ended the relationship."

Her eyes grew wide.

"I am so sorry Sakura, but you do know this makes you the only girl in Konoha without a boy?"

Now that she had mentioned it, everyone had been pairing up lately. Ino and Shikamaru, Naruto and Hinata, and even Lee and Tenten! Then you have Neji's little slut, and you pretty much have everyone I know.

"A ninja should have to validate his or herself though a member or the opposite sex."

Ino rolled her eyes at my comment.

"P-sha, get your head out of the clouds and realize that Sasuke isn't coming back, I got over him, and you can too!"

I just stared at her, and Shikamaru had just realized Ino said something to get herself in trouble.

"Um, Ino? We should go."

He held her waist and and dragged her away, much to her displeasure. He sighed.

"Troublesome."

I was boiling mad, how could she possibly know what it felt like, she had never loved him! She didn't care for him like do. I picked up my drink and downed it in one gulp, and another one appeared quickly. After good four or five glasses I was perfectly drunk, and I headed home.

People were staring at me as I made my way down the street holding onto walls for support. I really didn't notice all that much, all I could think of was what Ino had said, and how mad it had made me.

I turned and walked down a street full of abandoned houses and construction equipment. I took my anger out on the old houses, one punch and they were gone.

After walking awhile more I realized I didn't know where I was going, or rather I couldn't concentrate enough to find out. I decided that if I couldn't get home, I would just have to deal with outside.

I laid down on the cold earth and covered up with my long pink hair. I fell into a fitful sleep.

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How did you like it? Was it any good? I am hoping for many reviews on this one! So I don't care if they are flames or what, just please give me some advice on my writing, hopefull it will improve throughout this year because I am taking a good englsih class.

-Rei