Hey everyone!

Chapter 4 is here and I'm so excited for it because now we see Sakura's obsession growing and hitting a place where our worry should settle in. Finally I can see the story progressing :')

The comments guys, btw, helped me write every word for this chapter!

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Anyways disclaimer: I DON'T OWN THIS NARUTO THING xoxoxo

Chapter 4

October 15th Morning

Weight: 115lbs

Exercise: Sit ups and leg raises (plus Gym Class)

Mood: Excited

Comments: Work hard for that dream body!

I finished up the entry and closed my note book, last night when I'd been researching dieting plans, they said the best wait to stay on track was to write down your progress. So from now I'd write it all down, every last calorie and bite.

I sighed and began munching on my apple, it was my breakfast of choice for the day. A normal apple was around 85 calories. By walking to school I'd burn it off.

Yes, I researched everything last night.

I had to, I needed to be prepared for today. This dieting thing was just like studying for a test, know my facts and apply them to my life. If I don't, I've failed a question and I, Sakura Haruno am not a failure. I don't think I've ever failed a test before in my life.

I throw out my apple core, and get onto the carpet in the family room. Okay, starting off the day right! 50 Sit ups and Leg raises! I got through the exercises slowly, only now realizing just how out of shape I am. I'm gasping for breath by the time I'm done and pretty sure I'll need more perfume to cover up the feint smell of sweat that now lingers over my body.

With my core now in pain, I begin my 20 minute walk to school.

When I finally make it to the school, I finally begin to relax. It's funny but even though my day just started I already feel exhausted. I just want to go back home and sleep the rest of the day.

Come on Sakura, stop being such a slacker! You gotta keep fighting!"

With some new found strength from my internal pep talk, I walk up to my group of friends with a small smile plastered on my face.

"Hey forehead! Your late today! What took you so long?" Ino said, swinging her blond locks over her shoulder and places her hands on her hips.

I look down at my phone and realize I am 10 minutes late. I guess my workout took longer than I thought.

"Sorry Ino-pig, I just slept in is all! No need to get your panties in a twist." I say back, winking at her. She lets out a huff, but drops the topic.

Relief washes over me. Another lie completely gone unquestioned. This actually isn't very hard at all. I know in the back of mind, that this should be making my sad in away, that I've been getting away with all these lies but right now, I couldn't care less.

The bell rings and I feel Sasuke's presents behind me. I turn and smile, and he lets out a "hn" of recognition. I just shake my head but say nothing. Let him go on being his moody morning self.

On our way to English my stomach lets out a grumble. I freeze for a second and rush forward, hoping none of my friends heard. I rush into Kakashi's classroom and sit down at my seat, getting my lemon water from my bag. A great natural detox the website said. I chug some it down and feel the pain in my stomach lessen. I still have two hours before I'm able to eat my carrots that I packed for the day.

Sakura you're not hungry, it's all in your head so stop thinking about lunch.

Before I'm able to dwell anymore, Ino walks in with Sasuke and Hinata. They take their usual seats and Ino turns to me, "We lost you today in the hallways, what happened?"

"Didn't you see? There was a huge mob of students, I had to pick up my pace to avoid them. I thought you guys were matching my pace, but I guess not you slow pokes." I let out a giggle and poke Sasuke in the ribs. He flinches and glares at me. Not many people know he's sensitive in the ribs. Just me and Naruto.

"W-we can't all be as fast as you Sakura." Hinata says with a smile and I stick out my tongue out at her.

"What can I say? I like to live life in the fast lane!" We erupt into giggles. Well, all except Sasuke. He just sits there, shaking his head at our antics.

Twenty minutes later Kakashi-sensei finally shows up and begins the lesson.

The rest of the period and my art class go by quickly. Shizune decides to give us a brainstorming period for our next project, "What we think of ourselves now." So basically, who we are. All-in-all, it'll be simple enough to do.

There's some unrest in my stomach once lunch rolls around and I know it's because my friends will question my lunch. As Sasuke guides me and Hinata through the halls I think about a new lie that'll work with the lowly carrot lunch.

You got this Sakura, don't let them let you give into any temptations.

The lunch room is filled as usual and I spot Karin's red mope from across the room. She's wearing a crop top and low rise shorts, munching on some celery as she talks with her groupie.

I can't help the envy that bubbles inside me. Her stomach is so flat and her arms so tiny! How does she do it?!

"Woo-hoo! Earth to forehead! Anyone home?" I'm shaken from my thoughts by Ino's hand waving in front of my face.

"Eh? What do you want?" She rolls her eyes and dramatically leans on Shikumaru.

"I just wanted to ask my best friend in the whole wide world how she's doing and that's the response I get?" Ten-ten pokes her on the cheek.

"You said last week I was your best friend in the whole wide world. I can't believe you Ino-pig. Cheating on me like that." Ten-ten fakes hurt and I start laughing.

"What's so funny?" Naurto appears and sits next to Hinata. A bowl a ramen steaming from his hands. I shift so I can see around Sasuke and answer him.

"Ino's just cheating on Ten-ten." Naruto laughs then shrugs.

"Now that's nothing new." Ino begins to pout, and it seems everyone at the table is in good cheer. I'm hoping the conversation will continue, to distract everyone from my lunch, but it seems my luck is running out because everyone begins mowing down on their food. Only light conversation between Hinata and Ino is present.

I pull out my Tupperware filled carrots and begin munching away on my carrots. They don't taste bad and I'm happy that my stomach seems to be loving them.

"Where's your lunch Sakura?" Shit Ten-ten, why do you have to be so observant.

Sasuke glances over at me and his eyes narrow. I can tell already that he doesn't approve.

"I woke up late, so in my rush to get ready I grabbed the wrong tubberware. This one was for my after school snack." I lie smoothly and Ten-ten's eyes fill with sympathy.

"Oh that's too bad! Want to share some of my food?" I look down at the mouth-watering sushi Ten-ten has in front of her.

"Oh no it's okay! I have an amazing lunch waiting for me when I get home!"

"yeah, but that's still 3 hours away. You might as well enjoy something while you wait."

I can feel my resistance slipping. What's one sushi role right?

"Okay, fine. Share one roll with me." She winks at me and passes me a California roll from her bento box.

Wow Sakura, already failing the first test you fatty.

I eat the sushi slowly, guilt filling me with every bite. I feel a poke to my side and Sasuke is holding out his bento box to me. Fried rice and chicken, with tomatoes on the side. I shake my head to him. The thought of eating any more unsettling my stomach.

His eyebrows knit together and I know that face. He's worried. I try my best to give him a reassuring smile, then quickly re-enter the conversation around me. The last thing I want is Sasuke knowing about my diet.

It'd just be another reason to laugh at you.

The bell rings soon after and I'm happy to get out of lunch and on to my next period.

I break away from everyone and head to biology.

"Hello my youthful students! Sorry about disappearing yesterday but I am back and ready to teach you of the wonderful powers of youth! Today's class will begin with 10 laps around the gym! No, wait! 15 laps around because I know my wonderful students can handle it!" The class lets out a loud groan, except for Lee who jumps up and begins the laps right away. To be honest, I'm excited to burn of the calories today.

I start out slow, running a bit with Ino who's talking about her latest project in her sewing class. But soon enough, I'm speeding up and doing the laps a bit faster.

That's right Sakura, move it girl!

By the end of the 15 laps I'm out of breath but really happy. Looking around I realize I'm one of the first ones done and pride fills me. I've never been the athletic type but now that's all about to change.

"When did you start participating in gym class?" Sasuke says, coming to a stop next to me. He looks hot in his black under armour t-shirt and black basket ball shorts.

I shake the thought from my mind and smile cheekily at him.

"Since I decided I wanted to care about my health."

He rolls his eyes but responds, for once, "And since when did that start happening?"

"Since yesterday I guess! Just you wait and see I'm going to be the next super girl!" this learns me chuckle and I elbow him in the ribs. I can see the challenge in his eyes and turn on my feet to get away. But I have no chance, Sasuke swoops me up and throws me over his shoulder.

"Well super girl you've got a long way to go before you get to be like Superman."

I burst out laughing, "No way you're not Superman! I'm stronger than you!"

"Sure you are." And with that I get thrown onto the high jump matt.

"Not fair Sasuke! You have the height advantage!"

"Not my fault you're so short." Touche. Okay, I lose this one. He takes a seat next to me on the matt while we wait for everyone to finish their laps still.

"Want to come by tomorrow for video games and dinner? My mom's been complaining that she hasn't seen you and Naruto in a while." I smile softly. Minato love sit when Naruto and I come by, calling us her rays of sunshine. Ever since we were kids, we made a point of at least coming over twice a month, sometimes even more than that.

"Yeah, I'd love to! Count me in!" He nods his head, but I can see the happy smirk on his face.

"Okay youthful pupels! Today we play basket-ball!" There's another chorus of groans but I ignore them, and get up, excited to do some more movement.

"Did you see how hard it was for Sasuke to pick her up?"

"Oh I know, and how bad that gym outfit looks on her? Some girls just shouldn't wear shorts."

I can hear their voices from behind me, as I walk over to Ino and the gang.

My happy mood slips away and I stare down at myself.

I can't be wearing tight clothes like this, I'm too fat for it.

Tomorrow I decide I'll bring a sweater and basket-ball shorts.

I need to cover up.

The thought hurts but I know it's true.