I was bored again and i felt like carrying this story on, so here's the next chapter...
Disclaimer: All characters belong to Masashi Kishimoto


I woke to the sound of my mobile, screaming out 'Ready to Fall' by Rise Against. My head lolled as i stepped into the shower, with all the warm water hitting my bare back. I sleepily wiped the my eyes. I fell into my routine of drying my hair, brushing it, making breakfast, eating it, packing my bag, and locking up the apartment. I managed to do this while i was still half asleep, and i only came to attention when my motorbike engine revved loudly in my ear. I shook my head in an attempt to wake up, and hit the gas. The engine roared in the quiet neighbourhood. I quickly got to the school gates, and locked my bike. I barely heard another engine roaring behind me as i was so absorbed in not falling asleep. I turned around, and met a head full of red hair, before yelping, and falling forward. I squinted, ready for the impact, but it didn't come. Instead, a strong pair of hands were wrapped around me, holding my up. I felt my face burning at my clumsiness, as i was released and given a chance to look at the owner of those, strong, pale, perfect arms. Gaara. His light green eyes were staring at me, blankly, with a hint of interest. I felt myself redden even deeper. I quickly looked around to see if anyone was watching, but the parking lot was empty. I whispered a small sorry, and thanks, receiving a small nod in response. I turned to walk away, but heard another pair of footsteps following. Out of the corner of my eyes, i saw the red head bobbing up and down beside me.

The school grounds were practically empty, and i looked down at my radio watch. It read 7:24. I wondered if it was broken, but i knew it wasn't. It was one of those radio clocks that are never wrong. I realised that today was when the clocks went forward, and screamed at myself mentally. I could have slept another hour. But it was a little late for that now. No wonder the place was so deserted. I chuckled to myself, earning a strange look from Gaara. I just smiled at him.

An awkward silence set in, as we sat under the tree in the shade to get away from the burning sun. I knew we would both burn easily- i was already going pink from walking through the grounds. The grass was soft underneath me, and i lent back on the rough tree bark, sighing. I could feel Gaara's eyes on me, but i didn't care. I could feel my top threatening to ride up my torso, but i still didn't care. I closed my eyes and listened to the cool wind rushing through the school, fighting against the heat. I smiled at the calm surroundings, and focused on breathing evenly.
He's looking at you, you know inner Sakura said, ruining my little heaven.
So? I replied, slightly annoyed.
Don't try to hide it from me. I know you're happy about that. I mentally stuck my tongue out at my mirror image, and opened my eyes slightly. It was true. He was staring at me with a hunger in his eyes.
"You know, it's rude to stare." I said, smirking at him, with my eyelids covering my eyes. I could still see him looking away and blushing. I opened my eyes when i heard footsteps approaching us, sitting up in a little. Naruto was running towards us, with the others following behind him.

"HEY SAKURA! HI GAARA!" he shouted. I grimaced. That boy could be really loud sometimes. "Oh sorry! Did I interrupt something here?" he said, his signature grin plastered on his face. I stood up and hit him upside the head. "OW! WHAT WAS THAT FOR SAKURA-CHAN!" he said, almost in tears.
"For being an idiot." i responded calmly. The others eventually caught up with him. They were split off in pairs, and i realised that a lot of the people in our 'group' were going out. There was Shikamaru and Temari, Neji and Tenten, Kankuro and Ino, and I assumed that Naruto and Hinata were also going out, seeing as Naruto ran up to her, and gave her a huge hug, making her blush a deep red. Almost as red as Gaara's hair I thought. I shook my head, expelling the thought. There was also another boy trailing behind them, with a puppy tucked in his jumper. He had two red triangles pointing down on his cheeks. What is up with guys and tattoos? I mean, they look good I thought, giving Gaara a side look But why? And Kankuro with all his face paint... I shook my head once again. I felt a pair of eyes on me, and looked up to Gaara, but he was staring into the sky. I looked around, and saw the boy looking at me. His dog jumped out from his jacket, and started jumping at my feet. I raised my hands slightly, indicating i had no experience with pets at all.
"Down, Akamaru! Down boy!" The boy was saying, picking him up, and tucking him back into his jacket. "Sorry about that. Akamaru gets a little excited around new people. I'm Kiba, by the way." He said, offering his hand to me. I shook it, smiling at him. "Sakura." i said.

I saw Gaara staring at Kiba out of the corner of my eyes, but i shrugged it off. We all sat under the tree, talking about random things, and laughing like we were the best of friends. Gaara even joined in the conversation at some point. I was surprised at how gruff and husky his voice was. It sent shivers down my spine. The bell echoed through the grounds, and we made our way to our classes. People were still cowering away from me, but i didn't notice, because i could just think about Gaara, who was walking behind me, on my way to class. He had been moved to the top set in maths, which was now officially my second favourite class. Although Orochimaru was scary, i found it very interesting with Gaara sitting a few rows in front of me. Seeing as I was passing a number of students, i didn't notice the raven haired boy surrounded by his little gang. They all stepped in my way, blocking my path, and blocking me from Gaara who had overtaken me while i was in a daydream. The halls were practically empty now, with a few students rushing to class from their lockers, books held in hand. I saw Gaara turn between the bodies, before my attention was diverted to the onyx eyes looming above me.

"So you're the really strong freak, ey?" the boy said in front of me.
"Excuse me" i said, ignoring his questions.
"Hey now, i just want a little fun. Why don't you come around mine, and we can play for a while." he lent towards me, his hand stretching out towards my backside.
"Touch me and i'll hurt you." i whispered, my voice icy cold.
"Oh really?" he asked, hand grasping my butt. I held in a scream, and put all of my strength into a punch to his face. He fell to the ground, nose bleeding rapidly, his face distorted in pain and shock. I bent down beside him.
"Just because you have girls hanging off your arms, doesn't mean all girls like you. Get used to that idea." i said, almost spitting in his face, because of the bitterness put in those words. I stood and walked over his body that was now splayed in the middle of the corridor. Gaara was standing behind him with an atlas held in the air. He seemed to be frozen in place. I waved my hand in front of his face, and his eyes focused on me. He dropped the atlas on the floor, and it hit with a loud thunk. His face was contorted in anger and worry.
"Are you okay, Sakura?" He said, with a hint of something to his voice. I hoped it wasn't fear. I couldn't stand him avoiding me like the rest of the school. I nodded gently, and he did the same in response. I felt his fingers twist between mine, as his smooth skin rubbed over my hand. I held back a gasp, but i couldn't hold back the blush that crept to my cheeks.
"I'm glad you gave the Uchiha what he deserved. Sasuke is a real bastard." He turned and dragged me to maths with him.


There you are! i'm changing this story to a T, because of the bit with Sakura and Sasuke...

ANYWAYS! Review please!