Oh, I am SO sorry it took me so long to upload this chapter! I've had major writers block and I'm doing four doujinshi, and I'm going to start a new one soon, so I haven't been doing much for my story. Also really sorry for the short chapter! Am I writing this story alright? I haven't ever written a fan fiction as well as this one so I'm not so sure. I wanted to thank you all for your reviews and favorites! It makes me very happy! Thanks again!

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The wind blew the curtains around Madara. He was looking at the rising Sun, while waiting for the girl in the bed to wake up. He didn't think she was going to pass out, but then again, she's a weak little girl. How could he expect her to go far? Hopefully they would get there in time.

Madara rubbed the bridge of his nose. Sasuke would definitely want to kill him, they he would have to him first. But what about Sakura? Where did Sakura fit into this puzzle? She would be on the brat's side for sure. So, should he leave her somewhere? Continue to have her around? Kill her?

Damn girl. Madara turned to face her. She was still sleeping peacefully. He moved beside her. He moved his hand to gently touch her cheek. Her skin was so soft, smooth. That was surprising because she's a ninja.

Madara stepped back, and walked out of the room.

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Her eyes fluttered open. Sakura looked around, and sat up on the bed. She turned to look at the bedside to see eggs, bacon, and toast. She grabbed the tray, and placed it on her lap. She started eating it. She nodded her head in approval. She was starving, and the food was freshly made.

Sakura placed the finished meal back where she found it. She then got out of bed and stretched. The girl then walked over to the open door that led to a bathroom. "Time to take a shower." She murmured.

She turned on the shower, and waited for it to warm up. Sakura then got in; the water relaxed her tensed muscles. She washed her hair and body. She then got out of the shower. Sakura walked out of the bathroom, looking for her traveling pack. She spotted it by the chair in the corner then walked over to it. She rummaged through it and found her spare clothing, which was sadly, her casual clothing.

Should she just put her normal clothing on, or just deal with-

Sakura chuckled at herself. She would go with her casual attire. It wouldn't be too hard to travel in would it? Sakura got herself dressed then got her dirty clothing. She went to go wash it then pack it in her bag. As soon as she was done cleaning her cloths, she did a little bit of meditating.

Now, what about Tobi? Where was he taking her, and why? She was confused, really confused. The damn man didn't say much. She didn't even know what town they happen to be in, nor did she know where he currently was.

Sakura sighed. She had no idea what to do.

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He walked down the halls casually, passing doors and occasionally windows. He then stopped at one of the many doors and opened it up. Madara saw Sakura lying on her bed reading a magazine. She turned her head to look at him. He moved to a seat by the window. The sun was already close to setting.

"We'll be leaving soon. Gather you things." Madara continued gazing at the sun.

He stood up after she was done packing, and left the room. She followed quietly behind. They wouldn't stop until sunrise.

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Sakura was following Madara through the forest; the town was getting farther and farther away. She had plenty of things to think about. Like, ponder over where they were going. Or think about her home village. Maybe about the love of her life?

Sasuke. Where was he? How was he doing? Did he start his second goal? Will she ever see him again? Sakura doesn't fantasize about marring him anymore. She just wish she could have him around. She loved him more then anything in the world, but he never felt that way.

'I failed everyone!' She screamed in her mind. 'Naruto, Tsunade-sama, Kakashi-sensei, Ino…' Tears formed, but Sakura wiped them away before the man before her noticed them. 'I'm so weak! I can't do anything to help my friends and family, and now I'm following some guy that I don't know. He's a mystery, and I can't figure it out. I'm not as great as everyone thought I was!'

Sakura drowned herself in self-pity.

'What am I thinking?' She clinched her fist in anger. 'I'm a strong kunoichi! And I can do anything if I wanted to!' A smile formed on her face.

She knew at that moment she could bet the man that made her a fool. She trained under the Godaime. She looked up to she Tobi focused on everything but her. She started an escape plan in her head. She may not have any idea where she was, but she could go back to the town she was at. There she could find out where to head next. She would have to be slick about it, but what would happen if she didn't make it? He would be very angry with her. There's no telling what would happen. She had most of her chakra to use.

Sakura then thought about the first plan she had come up with; getting close to him. If didn't seem like a plan that would work. She had underestimated him. It was a failed plan.

Should she just run away from him, or stay around and obey him? Running was the logical choice. Then she wouldn't have to deal with him anymore.

Sakura looked at Tobi. He didn't look as if he had his guard up. She then looked at her surroundings. She probably traveled a few miles. She then looked up at the dark sky. Here in a moment…

She started counting down in her head, "…3… 2… 1… Now!"

Sakura then sprinted as fast as she could. Everything was a blur, and she didn't dare look back to see if he was fallowing her she just ran for her life. Literally. She wasn't going to slow her pace until she was in the safety of the village. She knew that it wasn't healthy for a ninja to stress their chakra like she was doing, but she had a very important reason why. It was already damaging her body, but she kept on going.

She could start to see the village. This time she wouldn't pass out before she got there. She flew pass people at the entrance. She needed to go into a crowded part of the town, and find somewhere there to grab some needed items. She would also need to know where she was currently.

She was soon at the heart of the village. She then looked around for a store that would be useful for her. Sakura then spotted a cart that sold fruits. She walked over to the man and asked him where she was at.

"Why you're at Otafuku Gai!" He said in a cheery voice.

That was great. It meant she was only a day away from Konoha. "I'll buy three apples then." She paid for the fruit then started to head toward her own village.

She quickly left the town. She felt exhausted from the running she just did, but she tried to pay no mind toward it. It wouldn't be long before she would have to take a break. When that would be, she didn't know. She started traveling on trees. It would be a lot faster.

After a while, the ach in her legs became unbearable. She jumped to the ground and searched through her pack. She grabbed one of her apples and made herself comfy against a tree.

So far, so good. She didn't run into the man yet, and she was really glad. It would be hell if she did. She looked into the sky. She was guessing it was mid-night. She left the village a little after dusk. She was lucky it was that time, or she wouldn't have gotten the information she need unless she wanted to go into a bar.

She finished, and put the core in her bag. Sakura relaxed for a few moments, and listened to the night life around her. It was a rare moment for her.

Why does the world have so much evil in it? Why isn't it like the books her mother used to read to her when she was a child? Why didn't justice prevail? It just wasn't fair!

Sakura held back a sob by biting into her hand. A metallic taste filled her mouth, she bit down to hard. It didn't matter to her, as long as the emotional hurt would go away.

'Sasuke…' She thought. Where was he? She could look for him, but what if he already found someone to love? Did he even care what happened to Konoha? Did he not care for Naruto? She was so confused. She still loved him even though he didn't return the fillings.

Sakura didn't even know what to do about her life anymore. Should she move to a small town, and open a clinic? That would be nice. What about Konoha's civilians? They were still stuck there with no one to help them. It was the only reason why she was still there in the first place.

She was still going back to her home. Maybe she could convince the people to leave while Tobi was gone. Then they wouldn't have to live their life in fear. It was a good idea.

Sakura started to get up. She still had to be careful with her chakra still. He might be around looking for her, but was she worth it? She still wasn't sure why he wanted her. It confused her, but she didn't want to think about it. As long as she got to Konoha before he found her then she was fine.

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It was a couple of hours after she left when she was flung into a tree. She yelped in pain. A kunai was put to her throat. Her vision was blurry as she tried to find out who attacked her. Once she could see clearly, she was face to face with a beautiful man. A man who was also evil.

"You!" She spat. Her head was pounding because of him. Couldn't he do something that didn't give pain to others?

"Yes, me." He said unhappily. "Did you think you could escape me?"

She glared at him while giving her answer. "I got pretty far didn't I!"

"Actually," He stared. "I was watching your movements for quite a while."

This shocked her. She didn't even sense his chakra! As a medic, she was more sensitive to it.

Anger flooded her body. "Let me go! I have to go back to Konoha!" She kicked and screamed.

Madara was also angered. "Why?" He asked. "Why go back to such a corrupted village? I'm trying to fix it while you believe what I did was evil. He sighed as he pulled his kunai back. She didn't move.

"You don't know how many sins that village hid from its people. If you want to go back, then go." She moved back a few steps.

Sakura was wary for a moment. "What do you mean? Konoha stands for peace and justice! It would never do anything evil, unlike you!" She yelled.

"I said you wouldn't understand." She said.

"That's because I know what I'm talking about!" she growled.

Madara didn't say anything for a moment. "You are naive." He turned and walked to the trees.

Sakura was stunned for a moment. "Wait!"

He stopped in his tracks.

"If I am wrong," She stared slowly. "Then will you tell me the truth?" She asked, unsure of her own words. She didn't trust him, but that didn't mean she would give up a chance to know something that could be useful to her.

He nodded his head. "Come, if you want to know the past of Konohagakure."

Madara left the clearing, leaving her behind. She soon was fallowing after him. She figured he wouldn't tell her anything until noon. That was understandable. Sakura still was curious as to where they were going. The only thing different now was that she was fallowing the man she hated on her own free will, but she wasn't so sure now.

It confused her about what he said. It didn't make any sense. She said that it was a village of peace and justice, but he said otherwise. What could her village have done that was so horrible that it made him and Sasuke want to destroy it? Sakura looked ahead to see the back side of Tobi. Who was he? Where did he come from? Why was he the leader of Konoha? Sakura sighed, and continued to fallow the mysterious man behind the mask.

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