Sakura brushed her hair slowly. Why do I continue to do this? Why do I fight this? I am nothing more than a pretty face. She smiled when she chanced upon a happy memory. She and Kagome had been playing a game of ninja tag. Kagome… That was a girl who knew no order. She simply did as she liked. She's never afraid.

Chorus:
Crawling in my skin
These wounds they will not heal
Fear is how I fall
Confusing what is real

Sakura blinked when she realized she had brushed her hair thoroughly. She picked up the bottle of moisturizer and began to rub the lotion into her skin. Kagome isn't afraid of being hurt. She never hides her scars. In fact she wears them proudly. Sakura sighed softly. She placed the bottle back down on her dresser and turned away from the mirror. Why do I let them push me around?

There's something inside me that pulls beneath the surface
Consuming/confusing
This lack of self-control I fear is never ending
Controlling/I can't seem

Sakura closed the door behind her as she went on her date. I don't even like you Sasuke. It's only a mask. But I can't seem to stop seeing you. I guess I actually began to cling to you. Sakura kissed Sasuke happily.

"Sakura, what took you so long?"

"Nothing much Sasuke." Traitor. Her mind hissed. You didn't want to be here. You rather go play ninja again. It gave you a sense of freedom. Sakura smiled up at Sasuke and took his offered hand. They walked down the street in peace.

Bridge:
To find myself again
My walls are closing in
(without a sense of confidence and I'm convinced that there's just too much pressure to take)
I've felt this way before
So insecure

Sakura shivered as she felt angry eyes on her back. She turned to see Kagome standing on a roof. The petite girl was holding her anbu mask in her hands.

'Traitor.' Kagome mouthed. Sakura twitched. 'You left us for him?' Kagome gestured to the oblivious Uchiha. Sakura looked down, ashamed.

I wanted recognition and I got it. She risks her neck in the anbu. I play the docile civilian girlfriend. Sakura reached up to tighten her non-existent headband. I gave that life up for Sasuke. She looked back up to see her team standing there. Each of them held their masks and stared at them. Ten-Ten, Ino, even Hinata. I thought they would understand my choices. Disgust twisted the four girl's features before they turned away.


Chorus

Crawling in my skin
These wounds they will not heal
Fear is how I fall
Confusing what is real

Sakura winced. She knew they were angry with her then.

"What is it Sakura?"

"Nothing." She hung her head in shame when Sasuke nodded and turned away. The only reason he came to me was because they wouldn't have him. He desired a strong wife and I will become that. I have the necessary power to attract him, but it doesn't mean he sees me. A smile flitted across Sakura's face as she remembered what their team was called. Amazons. For our godly strength and power. We weren't known for this stupidity I display. Sakura winced when Sasuke tightened his hold on her hand and dragged her around. They're all so free. I want…I want it back.

Discomfort, endlessly has pulled itself upon me
Distracting/reacting
Against my will I stand beside my own reflection
It's haunting how I can't seem...

Sakura stopped to stare into a window. Another Sakura stood next to her, frowning with disapproval. This Sakura held unto a lionesses mask lovingly. The little lion. The anbu I was. Her gaze was drawn to her current look. I look pathetic. So weak. Sasuke pulled her away from the window.

"Let's go Sakura." Sakura nodded and continued walking.

"Sorry." Sakura looked back to see only her reflection there.


Bridge

To find myself again
My walls are closing in
(without a sense of confidence and I'm convinced that there's just too much pressure to take)
I've felt this way before
So insecure

Sakura followed Sasuke into the restaurant. She looked around and noticed just how fancy it was. Wow this is beautiful. But why are we here? Sasuke sat down at a table and motioned for her to sit across from him. She sat carefully.

"We've been together for a couple months now Sakura."

Six months ever since I quit being ninja. Can't you remember?

"I think that you will be the perfect woman to resurrect the Uchiha clan." Sakura blinked, confused.

Sasuke pulled out a box and tossed it to her. "I want you to marry me."

This is how he asks? Like a business transaction. Sakura opened the box to find a ring gleaming inside of it.

"Well?" A flash of light hit Sasuke's hitai-ate. She blinked.

Do I want this?


Chorus

Crawling in my skin
These wounds they will not heal
Fear is how I fall
Confusing what is real

Sakura froze. Angry silver eyes flashed in her head. Go then Haruno-san. Leave the Amazons. Go be with your 'love'. Do not come back to us when you are destroyed. Sakura shivered. Captain…what should I do? She blinked when Ino's face flashed through her memories. If you want to have Sasuke, be my guest. But remember, he betrayed his village for power. What makes you think he won't betray you? He came to each of the Amazons, seeking our strength. But you acted weak in his presence, weaker than us. He saw we would reject him, so he chose the delicate blossom instead. Sakura gasped.

"It would be my pleasure Sasuke."


Chorus

Crawling in my skin
These wounds they will not heal
Fear is how I fall
Confusing what is real

Inside she heard something cry out. You will never be free again! He will hold you captive for your strength and beauty, but will grow disgusted with you as your strength fades. Do not do this! Sasuke smiled.

"Put the ring on then."

"I wasn't finished Sasuke. It will be my pleasure to turn you down." Sakura stood, feeling strangely light headed. She turned and silver eyes ensnared her.

'Welcome back, little lioness. We await you at the Hokage's office. Your mask calls for you.' Sakura smiled when Kagome vanished. I'm back. She walked away from Sasuke, carelessly dropping the ring on the ground.

((Hokage))

Sakura donned her mask once more and turned to her comrades.

"Welcome home Leo. We're proud of you." The only black mask to ever be made owner grinned up at her.

"Thank you Shadow. I'm not leaving again, not without a better reason." The Amazons chuckled. The hawk mask wielder smiled.

"We've never told you before just how much of a sister you are to us." Kagome nudged Ten-Ten.

"Come on. We have a mission waiting for you with your name all over it." Sakura grinned at her captain.

"Really Shadow?" Silver eyes flashed in amusement.

"Nah. But we do have more info on Akatsuki. Shall we go?" Sakura nodded and followed her team out of the window after adjusting her mask. She laughed wildly as they plummeted towards the ground. I'm free! She flipped gracefully and slowed her descent, landing in her position to the Left of the shadow captain.

"The Amazons are back together, huh?" They turned to see Sasuke standing there, glaring at them balefully.

"Ahhh, put a sock in it. Go find some girl and get laid." Sakura said offhandedly. The rest of her team chuckled.

"Bye-bye lover-boy." They took off. Sakura chuckled. It's good to be back, isn't it lioness?