Chapter 1 finally up, after a week of brooding and being attacked by writer's block. I was supposed to post this two days ago, but my net connection hates me and it wouldn't upload, so yeah. I think I am going to stick with weekly updates just so you guys can see something on a weekly basis, just not exactly the same day as the last update.

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto.


Sakura POV

Smoothing out my empire waist dress, I fix my denim cardigan and take one last look at my vanity. Pink bubblegum hair, emerald green eyes with a few flecks of gold and porcelain skin, with appropriate clothes, that's me. All in all not a bad combination, some might even say I look stunning. Other's a freak because of my NATURAL hair. However, the only opinion that matters to me is 'his' opinion. After all, I did dress for him and only him.

Tucking a strand of my hair, that was placed in a messy bun; I locked my hotel room, and secured my keys, then spun on my heels and get on going to the underground parking.

With thoughts buzzing through my head as I reached my car, I take a deep breath as I open the door, and reminded myself to relax. I had the unhealthy habit on switching into automatic mode when I'm nervous about something, and for some reason, chills have been running through my spine since I woke up. And believe me, chills are not a good thing.


Flashback:

Tapping my feet against the floor as I inwardly cursed the elevator for being so slow, I bit my lip to keep myself in check. I couldn't come to Ino like this. She had enough to deal with and I don't need to add myself as a burden when I'm here to comfort her.

Almost crying, I threw myself out of the elevator, and then ran to Ino's room, ignoring all the blatant stares the other people were giving me or if my heels would break. Screw being called rude and classless, my best friend needed me and she needed me as soon as possible, and that was the only thought in my head, after all it was all that I would need.

Fumbling with my key, I tried to open the door as fast as I could only to find a sobbing Ino opening it for me. Just then I realized how bad this was. Ino has never looked this bad even when her parents broke up. Not when her first love played with her, then cheated. The only thing that could be compared to this was when her mother died, and that in itself is astoundingly hard on any person. And yet even then she managed to put up a bit of her façade and poise. But no this crying, lost girl in front of me, had nothing of that. She looked just like the person she loved most just died, and left her to die. Her puffy eyes, her sniveling nose, her hunched form, and her shaking body, showed no strength at all.

I reached out to her, slightly afraid that she would break under my touch then pulled her into my arms. Moving so we were both inside, I locked the door and guided her to her bed.

"What happened Ino?" I asked my voice shaking as well. So much for being strong for her. Hell that wasn't even the right question, but before I could take it back she answered me herself.

"He doesn't love me, Saku. He doesn't…" She cried into my shoulder, no not just cried she was bawling. Yes, this was just as bad as I thought. Nevertheless, it still left me confused. She had tons of boyfriends break up with her, in fact most of her relationships had the guy decide to cut it off. But every single time she would just shrug it off, and look unfazed. She would even sometimes joke about it being an excuse to stuff herself with ice cream and watch some chick flicks with me. So I found myself saying the wrong things again.

"Don't worry Ino, he's not the only man in the world. You know he's just another of those jerks that aren't good enough for you." I whispered against her ear, as I rubbed her back, cringing when her cries grew louder.

"That's just it Sak, I broke up with him."


In the confused state I was in after that episode, I couldn't do a thing but just watch her fly away to drown her sorrows, consistently checking on her to see if she's still on the right track. Thankfully, she got back on her feet and became the woman that I knew again, but I never got over that day. The image of her pain was forever engraved into my mind. That's why I swore to her I would be careful, swore that I would take care of my heart.

Taking off my stilettos, I switched into the flats I usually use when driving. I never really got used to the sensation, and this just seemed much more comfortable. Besides it's not like anyone can see me, alone in my car. I then ponder on what I forgot, the reason why I should be happy. Why shouldn't I when my boyfriend, is taking me out today, taking time from his ever busy schedule, even though I said it was fine. Because believe me, he was as busy as busy could be.

Putting back on my stilettos, I put my car into the reserved parking, and put a smile on my face. "Chez Akimichi" the most expensive, elegant and fanciest restaurant around, even CEO's, politicians and royalty had a bit of trouble getting into its main 'house', as Choji liked to call it. Yes, the benefits of being friends with the right people are endless, and this was one, Sasuke and I particularly like to exercise. After all, no meal tasted better than a meal in 'Chez Akimichi'.

Going through the front doors, I handed my coat to the maître d' and with a smile he led me to my usual spot. Making myself comfortable in the loveseat of the room, I grin as I heard familiar footsteps coming, and in a bit I was proven right and was greeted by a big-boned man, with spirals on his cheeks.

"Choji, it's been far too long." I say to him as I gave him a hug, and feel his throaty chuckle.

"And you Sakura are looking as beautiful as ever, such a lucky guy Sasuke is, isn't he?" He says, then released me, and then followed me to the seat.

"You're wrong with that, I'm the lucky one in our partnership, I mean who would have ever thought that Sasuke was going to end up with me, of course we haven't had any further plans yet, but I like this feeling right now." I say to him with a big smile on my face, my brow furrowing a bit when I saw his expression.

"Anything wrong, Choji?" I ask him as he squirmed in his seat.

"I just forgot something, I need to do Sakura, no need to worry. And um… tell Sasuke I said 'hi', okay." Choji said as he left the room leaving my whispered 'okay' echoing in the room.

Pondering on what just happened, but my lip, and tried to ignore the buzzing of my phone in my purse. However, it insisted on ringing and ringing that I just couldn't deal with it anymore.

"Hello." I say curtly, not bothering to read the caller ID.

"Hey Sak, it's just me Ino. What's wrong?" She said to me, worry clearly lacing her voice, and I relax.

"It's nothing Ino, I was just thinking. You know how I am when I'm in my world." I say to her, adding in a chuckle to reassure her.

"Well if you say so." She paused before continuing in a cheerful voice, "Anyways I have some big news. I'M COMING BACK TO JAPAN TOMORROW!" She screamed into the phone, leaving my ear near deaf. And yet it didn't matter at all. The news was just too good, but before I can have a scream fest with Ino, Sasuke opened the door, eyeing me curiously.

"I'll call you later, okay. And be ready with details pig. I have an appointment right now." I giggle into the phone, watching Sasuke slip into the seat with me.

"Whatever forehead, I know you're just snuggling with your dear boyfriend. I am so gonna drill this guy when I get there, but for now, bye. Enjoy your date." She laughs before cutting the call.

Looking up to Sasuke, hug him and say excitedly, "Can you believe it Sasuke, Ino's coming back!"


And that is it for this chapter. Phew, finally got that off my chest. Anyways, I'd really love it if you guys left some comments, and stuff in here, so please REVIEW!