Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto, cause if I did this would so happen! But I do own any original characters and the plot.
Pairings: GaaraxSakura, NarutoxHinata, InoxShikamaru, NejixTenten, KibaxOC, TemarixOC, KankuroxOC
The Missions
Sakura slammed her hand down on her alarm clock. It finally stopped with the annoying beeping and she slowly sat up. Rubbing her tired eyes, she pulled the sheets from her body. Sakura slid off her bed and sluggishly went to the bathroom to take a quick morning shower.
After standing under the water for a few moments she grabbed her towel and wrapped it around her body. She looked at herself in the mirror for a moment. Grabbing her toothbrush she began to brush her teeth.
After brushing hair, teeth, and getting into her pink dress Sakura walked out of her bathroom. Thankfully she had the day off, do get some shopping done, maybe have a spa day. Sakura slipped her shoes on and decided she'd eat out for breakfast rather than cook something. When she got out into the hallway she walked over to the balcony area. Konoha was already bustling for a Saturday morning.
Jogging down the stairs Sakura headed into town towards a small breakfast café. As she was walking someone started calling her name from behind. She stopped and turned to face the person. "Oh, good morning, Lee," Sakura greeted bowing slightly.
"Hello Sakura," Lee responded skidding to a stop beside her. "Lady Tsunade wishes to see you." He took hold of her wrist and pulled her in the direction of the Hokage Tower.
"Why are we running so fast Lee?" Sakura questioned as they weaved through the busy streets. "Where's the fire?"
"It's urgent!" Lee responded as they approached the tower.
"Is something wrong?" Sakura asked curiously as Lee dragged her up the stairs. They turned into the building and continued right into Tsunade's office. Pushing the door open Lee stopped and Sakura panted beside him. "So much for breakfast." Sakura brushed her hair back trying to regain her composure.
"Thank you, Lee. Record time too," Tsunade spoke as she leaned forward on her desk. Sakura started at the blonde woman and smiled warmly. "I know it's your day off, Sakura, but I have a mission proposal." Lee stood very still before the Hokage's desk. Sakura on the other hand seemed a bit confused.
"A mission proposal? Meaning I don't have to except?" Sakura asked. She received a nod from the Hokage. "What is it?" she questioned further.
"Suna is in need of a medical ninja," Tsunade explained and Sakura nodded in understanding. "They need more medical ninja so that they can be sent in a squad during missions. It'll be a month long mission." Sakura looked surprised. That was a long time to be gone, but she was one of the best medic's in all of Konoha. It would make sense for her to go and train the sand ninja.
"Who would you send if I refused?" Sakura asked out of curiosity.
"Yamanaka Ino," Tsunade answered. Sakura furrowed her brows. She knew that Ino was skilled as well; she'd come so far. Nodding Sakura smiled at Tsunade.
"I'll accept the mission," Sakura told her. "When do I leave?"
Really short chapter...I apologize!
The next one will be long I swear! Also thank you to those who commented it put a huge smile on my face.
-Mai
