"It's sad when someone you know becomes someone you knew"


Chapter 2

Departure


"Fresh sharpen kunais, a new toothbrush, a fresh batch of food pills, and two pairs of clothes", she said grimly.

As I finish packing my backpack and pouch, I sat on my bed and looked out the window. It was nearly nine now in Konoha. Everything was almost engulfed by darkness. Great, the weather was really affecting my mood. Trying my hardest to force my emotions into the indifferent part of my heart, I trembled. My heart squeezed and my mind was trying to break through, wanting to remember, to reprocess, to actually acknowledge my sentimental side. But I didn't allow it, I couldn't. I vowed to myself. I am a kunoichi, the best medic next to Shishou, a damn hard working person. I worked persistently to get where I am, I was a civilian with no special bloodline. There's no way in hell, and kami beat me if I ever do, would I spill another tear over him. I'd be damned if I even seeped out even a little emotion.

After detaching my emotions, I can feel my eyelids get heavy and my mind go unresponsive. Exhausted from the silly and immature battle I had with myself, I can feel time swallow me away slowly. Too slowly. Eventually, the world went dark again. Ironic.

7 a.m in Konoha

"What is shining so damn bright in my face", she murmured.

I attempt to shield myself by pulling the blanket up to my face but failed tremendously. The white sheets weren't completely opaque enough to block the bright source. I really should've changed my sheets to a dark pink I thoughted. Since I was already up I decided to get ready for the day. After getting up I found the light source coming from the window I was staring out of last night. I must've fell asleep before closing the curtains.

After brushing my teeth, I watered the little cactus that I received from the sand siblings. Looking at the healthy plant I soon realized I kinda do miss Suna, maybe Shishou will assign me another mission there after this was over. My thoughts were cut short when a growl erupted from me. I almost forgot that I was supposed to have ramen with Naruto before I go, which was also on the way to Ino's flower shop. Perhaps she shall tell her friend she was leaving to not upset the blonde later on.

I grabbed my backpack and pouch and dressed in my kunoichi attires. I headed to Ino's shop and saw her gracefully giggle as a man gave her a bouquet of roses. On second thought maybe I should just let Naruto tell her of my travels. I left and made my way to Ichiraku's ramen stand, and saw Naruto sitting next to Hinata. Love must be in the air. Before I could turn around to let the lovebirds enjoy their lunch Naruto called my name out. He was frantically waving his hand to catch my attention. That baka.

As I watched Naruto finish what seems to be his 5th bowl of ramen he asked me what mission did I received. I was about to ask him how did he know. But I guess he read my expression.

"Your backpack and clothing", he pointed out.

Ah right, I got ready beforehand so I could leave after having ramen with him. I already plan what I was going to tell him yesterday afternoon, so I spilled it out.

"I'm on a mission to find information on a criminal, nothing big", she proclaimed.

It wasn't like I lied to him, I told him what I was really doing, just left out the name on who.

"Ooohh, sounds possibly dangerous Sakura-chan. Do you want me to ask the old hag if I can come along?", Naruto said.

My eyebrows twitched and my lips went tight.

"NARUTO YOU DISRESPECTFUL BRAT", as I gave him a good underhand.

"Naruto are you okay?!", exclaimed from a now worried Hyuga.

"Sakuraaa, what was that for? I was only concern for your safety", Naruto whined.

"First off, I do not need anyone to protect me. I am very much capable on my own. Although, I appreciate your offer. Secondly, do not disrespect Lady Tsunade like that unless you want to be in a hospital for a few days, you brat".

"Okok Sakura Jeez", as he gave out a weak grin.

After the incident with Naruto, she told them she was now off to her mission. For once Naruto paid for the ramen for them all. He then attempts to tease the two kunoichis about murdering his poor little frog (wallet). In results, made Sakura scoff, and Hinata to offer to pay him back and apologizing. Sakura gave both Hinata and Naruto a long hug and told Naruto to pass down the news to Ino. Naruto promised he would and wished her luck and safety on her mission. Sakura was pleased to hear that and left for the gate.

Reaching the gates of Konoha, she greeted Genma and Kotetsu.

"Leaving Long?", Genma asked.

"At most 2 weeks, nothing too dangerous", I replied back.

"Be safe Sakura", they both said and opened the gate.

"The journey begins", she whispered to herself.


A/n- I just want to confirm that my story will be in 1st and 3rd person qthroughout the story, sorry for any confusion.

Next chapter will be tomorrow.