Summary: The antics of a woman can be very misleading. Sakura just adores playing games; Kiba and Akamaru get dragged along for the ride. (KibaSaku)

Catch Me if You Can (PG:K): Dedicated to Tammy. Crazy Fangirl.


Running laps were always a hobby for her. It always helped her release pent up frustration and stress. Her cotton candy colored shoulder lengthed hair tumbled down, hanging around her ears, tied up in a lazy ponytail atop her head. With each strand swaying every step she took. She slightly wobbled as the feeling the rush of light headed-ness filled her senses; she loved it. She heaved a sigh as she stumbled to a halt and took a seat sloppily on a patch of crisp green grass still wet from the morning dew. Feeling the water seep into her shorts, she closed her eyes and breathed in the fresh Autumn air.

Not even breaking a sweat he jogged through Konoha, he weaved through crowds in the market place with great accuracy; behind him was Akamaru, who pattered after him, without losing a step. His naturally spiky yet soft tawny brown hair shook up and down as his pace quickened. He didn't care where he ended up, as long as he kept going. His feet sank into the muddy dirt path as he slowed down. Akamaru was panting wildly; glared at his master as his nose collided with Kiba's legs. Ignoring his companion Kiba took a deep breath and shook his head wildly to get pressure out of his system. He heard a soft giggle coming from behind him. Quickly turning around, nearly knocking Akamaru over he glared over at the taunting laughter.

Sakura's giggle slowly fainted. She slowly frowned but instantly gave Kiba smile. She lept up from the grass and made her way onto the path. Her feet sploshed with every quickening step, "Catch me if you can!"

Kiba smacked his forehead; he was sure there was going to be a bruise there later, "The day hasn't even started and the woman is already killing me, ne Akamaru?"

Akamaru nodded hastily and trotted towards where Sakura was heading. Kiba once again shook his head and took off into a speed walk behind his furry friend.

Sakura's choir bell laughter flooded the air of the morning as Kiba caught up with her. Kiba wrapped his arms around her slim waist and huskily whispered in her ear, "Caught you. What do I win?"

Her chest heaved as she tried to catch her breath. A devious smirk graced her rosey lips; she casually flicked his forehead and returned his favor by whispering in his ear, "I'll show you there's nothing that I can't do."

Winking she turned around and made her way to the Inuzuka house.

Kiba's face ripened to a bright ruby red, "DAMN YOU WOMAN!"

He raced after her, leaving a slightly baffled Akamaru behind, "Mistress must be in the mating mood...again."


Naruto: Haruno Sakura, Inuzuka Kiba, and Akamaru (C) Masashi Kishimoto