A/N: ^_^;; hoped you liked the last chapter. Now we will get to meet Sakura's team. Next chapter will have more action i promise. Again, sorry for any mistakes and i hope you enjoy. Review :)

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto Y_Y

Sakura awoke to the bright morning sun shining through the window of her bedroom. The sound of the hustle of people in the busy streets below going about their daily business could be heard in her dozy state. She always enjoyed listening to the streets as mothers shouted at their children to behave and the odd argument over prices between customers and shopkeepers. It almost made her feel normal again after a long strenuous mission when the world continues without notice of her efforts the previous night. Sakura never wanted praise after a mission because she saw it as her job. Like a barrier, protecting everyone in her beloved village from the horrors of the real world. This is what her life was. A whisper, a mistaken blur in the distance, a flash of metal reflecting the sun. She was invisible, and she enjoyed it.

Sitting up, she swung her legs round to the edge and stood up in one swift motion before strolling over to the bathroom. This was a ritual for Sakura after a mission. A restful night sleep and wash before reporting to Tsunade to discuss her mission report. Over the years this had become a daily routine. Wake up, bathe, report, check in Anbu headquarters, train, eat, visit the hospital and sleep again only to be repeated again until a mission came in. Sakura saw this as a fixed schedule and nothing stopped her completing her tasks. She treated life like she would any mission, with careful thinking and preparation. She never wanted to be caught off guard. After soaking in the bath for a good half an hour, Sakura dressed in her normal Anbu attire. Elbow length black gloves with silver arm protectors dented and scratched from deflecting blows. A long black t-shirt leaving her shoulders bare to proudly show off the Anbu symbol on her right arm. A cream vest strapped around her torso to carry various weapons and scrolls. Tight black trousers which outlined her powerful thighs built up from training and knee high boots with leg protectors scuffed from travelling on long missions far from home. To finish the look was her mask. Slanted large black lines outlined the eyes holes turning her ordinary cat mask into a dangerous predator. This is when she felt most comfortable, behind the mask she was anonymous to the world. This was her porcelain barrier. She quickly tied her hair into a ponytail to keep it out the way and she headed out the door towards the roofs.

From the streets, some would mistake her blur on the rooftops as a figment of there imagination, but to the well trained eye the slight glimpse of black and silver told them other wise. Sakura had spent a long time training her stamina up to a level so she could run at full speed for long distances without breaking a sweat. This came in handy with her favourite way to travel across the rooftops. The only noise to be heard was the quiet patter of footsteps along the slippery tiles and the grumbles of the occupants below. She left no evidence of anyone ever being there. Like a ghost. She travelled from street to street, studying carefully around just incase someone was following her. Even in her home town she did not switch off her trained instincts. She would be a fool to do so as many attacks are in places you would least expect. She would not be someone who was caught out by complacency.
Jumping through the open window of the Hokage offices, she walked over to the large oak doors carved deep with the Konoha symbol. Rich paintings of old Konoha and its leaders adorned the walls giving the sense of power surrounded this small corridor. Knocking two times to announce her arrival, she waited patiently for the approval to enter. Once the loud yes was shouted through to her, Sakura pushed the heavy doors open to a waiting Tsunade inside.

Tsunade's office hadn't changed much from Sakuras chunin years. A large wooden desk occupied the centre of the room, covered in papers and mission reports yet to have been read. Larger stacks inhabited more space around the room, on chairs and shelves which never seemed to disappear. Sakura stepped forward to stand in front of the Hokage, smirking behind her mask when she spotted the glass of sake already out waiting to be consumed even though the sun had only risen above the skyline. Sakura used to scold Tsunade over her drinking habits but now stayed silent waiting for further instruction. Grand windows looked out upon Konoha, giving panoramic views of the busy city below. Sakura gazed out onto the village with appreciative eyes while Tsunade pushed papers around to find the missing mission report from last night. Even after many years of looking out onto the city Sakura always found her peace just watching the world below. Tsunade cussed under the breath about Shizune cleaning up her things so she couldn't find anything anymore until a small smile graced her voluptuous lips and a loud "ah" was heard when the missing report was found hiding under her desk. Sakura taking this clue turned back to focusing Tsunade once again. Tsunade's appearance seemed never to have changed. Still looking in her late 20's, with long blonde hair tied up and manicured nails painted red clutching onto the file. She looked young enough to be Sakura's sister, but it was widely known the powerful leader of Konoha used a transformation technique to look younger than her real age. But if you looked closely into her eyes, the age was apparent. A loud tutting was coming from Tsunade as she flicked through the report with a bored expression. With a boisterous sigh she slammed the papers back onto the floor and leant back in her chair to get a better look at her former star pupil. A lot had changed. Her late apprentice no longer was the crying girl who depended a little too much on others. Now who stood in front of her was a powerful ninja who trained day and night to be one of the best in the village. A sad glaze was cast over Tsunade's eyes as she thought back to past when she could truly remember Sakura being happy. Now all she saw was an unemotional wall, blocking all from seeing the real Sakura. Tsunade sighed again before locking eyes with the kunoichi beginning the normal conversation they had each morning. Crossing her arms over her ample breasts Tsunade inspected Sakura very closely before beginning to speak

"Your mission report says you had no problems. Of course I expect nothing less of you being my finest student" Tsunade spoke with a glint of proudness in her eyes.

Sakura straightened her back slightly when addressing the Hokage "Hai, he was a predictable target with no hassle. We left no evidence behind and disposed of his body"

Tsunade picked up the sake cup and started sipping the rich liquid while she listened to Sakura's explanation of last nights mission. With a nod of approval, Tsunade shooed Sakura away until another mission was available so she could enjoy her sake in peace. Leaving the spacious office, Sakura hurried across the village to Anbu HQ to meet her team.

Located close to the Hokage office in the mountains of the late leaders stood a large complex surrounded by great walls for protection. The wall was made out of thick pieces of wood which obstructed the view of the buildings inside. An impressive gate was the only way into the compound and that was heavily guarded and watched. It is safe to say only the most trusted members of the shinobi community were allowed to enter. This was to be expected, being the heart of Anbu and housing many secrets the village held. This is the only area that only Anbu are allowed to roam freely with other members to train, socialise and to report in. There are many divisions of Anbu and each has its own set of buildings and offices. Here they had all necessary supplies at their disposal, including interrogation rooms with trained interrogators ready, high security archives with guards 24/7 and of course maximum security cells which held many prisoners waiting for trial

Making her way through the gate, showing the guard her necessary paperwork, Sakura walked towards the main building towering before her. The tremendous building stood pride of place in the centre, with Anbu members coming freely to and from the entrance. Constructed in the traditional style of Konoha, this two story building was impressive. Built from the beginning of Anbu, it was made to withstand attacks with many hidden corridors to the main village for safe passage. Ascending the short set of stairs, Sakura navigated her way along the maze of corridors set out to confuse anyone who wasn't meant to be there. Sakura remembered getting lost more than once before and having to stop and ask directions towards the rooms her team used to meet in. The ground floor was mainly set out for new Anbu teams to meet and discuss training schedules and for preparations. The second floor was for the Anbu captains offices which was her destination. Sakura's office was a small room with a double window looking out towards the forests surrounding. She has a desk with many books and scrolls laid out, of course none being important just incase of attack. A small lamp lit up the dingy room from the top of a bookcase in the corner. Two chairs stood in front of the desk waiting for her team to arrive. It was always agreed they would meet at midday before training in the fields behind HQ. Sakura glanced at her watch while sitting down to start some paperwork before they arrive. Scribbling down on the scroll in front of her, Sakura heard a sharp knock on the door. Turning towards her watch, the hands now on 12 she gave a curt enter to the awaiting men.

First to gracefully enter was a tall Anbu with his mask painted like a hawk. He had a medium build with the same standard attire Sakura was currently wearing apart from the longer ninjato strapped to his back. From behind his mask you could see his long brown hair tied a few inches from bottom. Through the mask, glowed grey eyes shining eyes which were studying Sakura intently.

This without doubt was Hikaru Hyuuga. Like any Hyuuga he was extremely well trained, especially with the ninjato. A lot like his cousins Neji and Hinata, he was quiet man who enjoyed observing people. When they first met she was a little put off at the way he stared at her with those cloudy eyes, but soon she came to realise that was just his way.

After Hikaru came another man a little shorter and more muscly. The mask of a wolf walked forward and slumped down onto one of the chairs in front of her, before resting his feet onto the other. His shaggy short blue hair fell across the top of his mask, dipping down to frame his face. His glowing ice blue eyes shone through his mask to show his attention was on Sakura with his smirk present in his knew this cocky man anywhere.

Yuichi Kazamoto was a ladies man. He could charm the birds from there trees if he wanted to. Women would fall at his feet when he smirked at them. Of course being very good looking helped, but when Sakura first met him he found out the hard way she wasn't interested by the large black eye she left him with after pitching her ass. After many weeks of training and learning each others strengths and weakness they became a strong team unit which run like clockwork together.
Sakura looked back down to the scroll she had just finished writing on and rolled it back up to place into her top draw. Yuichi sighed and plopped his feet back on the floor with a loud bang while leaning forward onto her desk taking off his mask. Hikaru stepped forward quietly and brushed off the dried mud from the newly released seat with annoyance and sat down beside his team mate, removing his mask also. However these two became best friends was beyond Sakura. How could two very different people be so close? Her mind drifted back to Naruto and Saskue before she mentally berated herself. She will not think of them here, not when she has work to do. Leaning back in her chair she inspected the two like how Tsunade looked upon her earlier. They were both starring at her inquisitively waiting for the location of todays training. Sakura looked out the window to see the sun in full raise above the village. It was hot. She should do endurance exorcises for when they are in the dessert. Almost expecting this Yuichi widen his big icy eyes and stuck out his bottom lip to give his best puppy dog impression. To most women this would melt there heart until they became a pile of goo on the floor. But to Sakura this was more amusing than cute. Turning to look at Hikaru she saw the same plea but without the facial expression. To anyone else his expressions never changed but to her she could see everything. Like the way his eyes dipped slightly and the small pout that arouse on his face. Sighing to herself she moved to the window and opened it to feel the soft breeze. Closing her eyes the cool gust drifted through her hair and clothes, relaxing her in moments. Mind made up she turned to the now curious pair with a slight smile behind her mask

"Today we shall train on the lake" was the short reply she gave to their sad faces. Yuichi's face broke out into a grin while Hikaru's small smile wasn't missed. It wasn't often she treated the pair, but on a day like today, cooling off is what they all needed.

"What are you waiting for?" was her reply as she left the room in front of them. The only reply was to high five each other before grabbing their masks and rush out after their captain.