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Okay, here's chapter 2! I hope you guys enjoy this chapter. I'm deciding whether or not to put some drama and conflict in here, seeing as we can't forget about good ol' Sasuke, can we? *Inside my head: Yes, yes we can =D) But I will see what I can do. Enjoy!~


Dear Diary,

I arrived at Naruto's birthday party, a little later than usual. I had to make sure my expression was in check before I entered his apartment. I only had one chance at this and in the past I had always ended up ruining everything I had attempted before. I already hurt Naruto more than he deserves, I don't want to make the same mistake again.

Two knocks where made before the door opened. The person behind the door was the birthday boy, Naruto Uzumaki. His face lit up like the bright sun, making me cringe inside. All the guilt I've been hording about hurting him came resurfacing back. I quickly discarded all thoughts about it and gave Naruto my best, genuine smile that mirrored his own. "Come on in, Sakura-chan," he said while inviting me inside. I quickly took a look about the room, astonished by what I saw. The rooms where completely clean; no old expired milk cartons, no clothes or bedding on the floor, no half eaten ramen cups, everything spit spot. "Wow," I breathed, unable to hold back my astonishment, "You did a really good job Naruto." In return, he grinned his big idiotic grin that I have always loved and said, "Yeah, well it took me a while, but I knew you where coming over so I did I just for you..." We both looked at each other awkwardly, each one of us blushing shades of red. Naruto coughed a nervous laugh, while I shyly looked down at my shoes. "Eh-hem," said a voice behind us making us turn to see Shikimaru with a handful of present, "If you two love birds are done," another shade was added to our already reddened faces, "It's time for Naruto to open his presents." "Oh, right," he said, still caught up in the moment.

I just smiled in return and followed him to his living room where everyone was gathered around a big, huge pile of presents and other gift wrapped assortments. While everyone was giving Naruto each their presents, I couldn't help but catch myself looking at him. His smile was always on, laughing and grinning like a wild cat. He was so happy that day that his genuine radiance rubbed off on me. I was filled with a sense of security and happiness, just by being in the same room with him. My smile wavered, seeing the irony of his old childhood and now. How now they where showering him with presents while before they threw rocks and sticks at him. Naruto must of glanced over at me in the corner of the room, a look of concern on his face. "Sakura-chan," he said while coming up to me, "What's the matter, you're crying?" I quickly brushed away tears that I never knew had shown themselves, and plastered a smile on my face. "I-I'm alright, Naruto," I said, trying not to worry him, "Did you open up all your presents?" "Yeah," he said, still looking at me, "But I didn't get yours, Sakura-chan." I looked up at him, my green globes of emerald looking into his sapphire.

"Follow me, Naruto." I said, keeping my voice to only a whisper. He followed me, still watching me closely. I could feel his eyes staring at me while we walked outside on his front step. A small, chilly breeze let itself be known as I shivered in my ignorance to bring my coat. All of a sudden, I was wrapped in warmth. Looking at what was given to me, Naruto's jacket, I looked back at Naruto. His face was still pinned in concern, only a slight smile on his face. "We don't want you to freeze, Sakura-chan," he said, "Because no one wants to be cold inside." My heart instantly stopped beating at his words. He had just hit the mark. Inside was bitter cold towards Sasuke for leaving me, the guilt of hurting Naruto.... All that pain rushed from inside me while I burst into streams of cold tears. Shocked and worried, Naruto asked, frantic, "What's wrong, Sakura-chan??!" He was still oblivious to the fact that he had hit a sore spot, "Are you okay?" I looked back up and seeing his face full of concern and love for me, I just let it out. I ran into his arms, saying "I'm sorry, Naruto, so sorry..." in between sobs. He was stunned at first, having me in his arms. Then he wrapped his arms around me, stroking my pink, chopped up hair, and whispered sweet words to me to settle me down. "Shh," he cooed, "It will be alright, Sakura-chan, I'm here." After I had finally stopped with the water works, I looked into his eyes again, showing him my pain and regret over the past few years. "Naruto..." I started, my heartbeat picking itself back up again, beating against my chest. My breath became shallower as I was lost in his sapphire blue eyes. He kept looking at me, his full attention given to me, like there was nothing else in the world that mattered. Felling his love for me and his compassion and faith in me just tore my apart.

"Naruto," I said in a gush of breath, "I love you!" And so in his arms, dried up tears staining my face, I confessed. The only problem was, Sasuke was there.


Ohhh... cliffhanger! Lol, sorry about that guys. I had to put Sasuke in there somewhere. =D I hoped you liked it, and don't worry, more will be revealed in the next chapter. Your opinions and thoughts are always appreciated! See ya next time.