I do not own Naruto, Kishimoto Masashi does.

Sorry about chapter 4, there were so many mistakes that I didn't notice. This story isn't turning out the way that I wanted, so my interest is lacking. So I went back to the story board and changed a few things. No worries it doesn't change the earlier chapters.

Here is chapter 5

Chapter 5:

"Did you guy's study for the quiz?"

"No, I didn't think it was going to be hard."

"Hey, did you guys hear about what Naruto did yesterday?"

"Yeah, what an idiot."

This is what nine year old girls talk about while waiting for the Konoha Academy to open. It's been a year since I joined the Academy and became friends with Ino. Nothing has changed in the four years that I have lived here. I sometimes wonder why I am still in Konoha. I know my mission is to protect the Jinchuuriki but he wont be in danger for-

"Well, aren't you being melodramatic."

I stilled and my eyes widened slightly. "It can't be."

"Think again Sa-ku-ra." The demon purred Sakura's name in a condescending manner.

"I thought you were allergic to Konoha and died."

The demon chuckled, "Oh Sakura, don't think for a second that you can get rid of me that easily."

- "ra...kura...Sakura." My head snapped to the blonde girl with teal orbs that showed concern. "Are you okay? You seemed a little out of it." All I could do was smile and nod my head. How could I explain to her what was happening? Ino smiled brightly. "Well then, let's go. The girls are already heading to class. We don't want to be left behind do we?" I shook my head and she went ahead of me to catch up to the others.

"Who the hell is that? Should we be concerned?"

I automatically knew who she was talking about. I looked towards the left of Konoha Academy where a cluster of trees are. And there he was leaning against one of the trees with a bored look on his face. The Nara boy. We made eye contact before he pushed off the tree and trudged into the Academy. "He is of no concern. Not yet anyway."

~Two Hours Later~

"Hello?...Hello?" I thought to myself. I sighed and blessed my soul that the demon has vanished for now. Just one more thing to add to my list of troublesome issues that I have to deal with. Sitting in class and learning about the history of Konoha is not something I particularly want to do. Especially if the Nara kid is going to keep glancing my way every 30 minutes. I had to deal with him since we were placed in the same class. A genius they say, how incredibly dull.

Sensei announced that it was finally time for lunch. I got up and walked over to Ino and sat down beside her. She turned and smiled at me with sparkling eyes. A few seconds later the other girls in the classroom made their way towards Ino and I. Again I tuned them out not caring about their petty gossip, it wasn't something that I was interested in. I looked around the room trying to find something to occupy my mind. Someone answered my prayers because just then a very cold, very calculating boy decided to grace us with his presence. "Sasuke." I murmured. A realization downed on me after I said his name, the girls had stopped talking. I slowly looked their way and flinch when they were all looking at me. I looked at Ino and her clear teal eyes held surprise and...betrayal?

A deep rich chuckle escaped from within, "You should really pay more attention to your friends Sakura. Especially when they ask you a question."

"You like Sasuke?" Ino questioned in a small voice. And that simple situation is how mine and Ino's friendship broke. It could have been simple enough to fix but for the life of me I couldn't form any words. I could only just stare at the first and truest friend I have ever had and stayed silent. If a friendship is this fragile to brake then what is the use of having any?

~Five Hours Later~

I sat waiting for Hiruzen to return form his tedious Hokage duties. Sitting in the usual room, drinking the same tea as the first time I visited. Except that it tastes bitter, I didn't brew it right. His tea was sitting across the table from me waiting to be touched. I'm not sure why but I feel tired, like I just fought in a war.

"You seem different." It was a simple comment. I looked over at the Third Hokage who was standing in the door way. Eyes roaming up and down my figure, a weary expression fluttered through his eyes for a split second.

"I thought you would notice." I said leaning back into the red couch while taking a sip of my tea. "Please sit down, your tea is getting cold." That was all it took for him to place himself in the chair across from me. He picked up his tea, took a sip, cringed, and then took another sip. He placed his cup back on the wood table.

"I see you're still bad at making tea." He commented while chuckled with amusement. I was grateful he wasn't going to bring up my sudden change.

"So…" he started, he looked at me with a thoughtful look and nodded to himself, "I think Konoha made you soft."

"Eh?" I questioned. What was this old man thinking? I have a bad feeling.

"Who knew you would fall in love." He teased, grinning ear from ear. "Especially since….it's you."

I cocked my head to the side and looked at him. Really looked at him. "Come again?"

"Rumour has it your in love with Sasuke. Ever-"

"Hold on." I said putting my right hand out to stop his blabbing. "What?"

"Everyone is talking about it. The kids at least. How you declared your love for the boy." He grinned.

I shook my head, "That's not what happened." He looked at me quizzically. "I wasn't paying attention to what the girls were asking me and said 'Sasuke' because he finally graced the class with his presence. I had no idea that I was answering a question they asked me." I clarified. "Which is also why Ino and I are no longer friends. Boys before friends I guess."

"You didn't clear up the situation?" He asked.

I shook my head, "It seemed like a hassle."

"Which means she won't give you the time of day to explain."

"You understand kids very well."

He sighed, "Trust me, adults do this also. Everything will turn for the best"

We looked at each other and I gave him a crooked smile. "In our world will it turn for the best?"

"I hope so."

~Four Years Later~

A lone figure stood on a branch, leaves thrashing obscuring the figure from enemy-nins senses. The figure was silent, crouching down on one knee, carefully watching it's pray. Four men that became missing-nin after a failed attempt of assassinating the current Mizukage. The countdown begins.

Black sandals gently grazed the branch as to not add any extra pressure. A white bandage can be seen peeking out from the right sandal as the figure slowly inched forward. The figure looked towards the tree in front of where it stood and jumped, carefully landing on one of the next trees higher branches. Silently maneuvering so the deadly shinobi was now above its pray, watching every move they make. Knee length black pants and a gray flank vest conceals the lone figure from the preys line of sight, a circular weapon with three blades (chakram) is strapped to the figures back. The figures face was covered by a porcelain mask with gray swirl patterns etched on the sides.

Gently and carefully the figure crawled towards the edge of the tree branch. The forest was steady, the only noise heard was the fire crackling from down below. Two men are standing around the brilliant fire, the third was standing next to the tree, while the fourth was keeping watch of their surroundings. The figure drew a kunai, gripping it lightly, swift like a cat the figure landed behind one of its pray, the one by the tree. Before the guy could react the kunai slide across his neck, in a swift deep cut. One down three to go.

The two by the fire were on alert, they looked at one another sending unheard messages to each other. The figure waited for them to form a plan, not in a hurry to finish them off. The two missing-nin ran towards the figure each wielding kunai in one hand, then stopped realizing to late the figure disappeared. One cut, two cut, and they both fell to the ground. A noise made the lone figure freeze, clashing of kunai and a grunt. Whirling around to see the fourth missing-nin on the ground, kunai in his neck. Then slowly looked towards the trees, watching as a figure emerged from the shadows. His onyx eyes peaked from above his black and red clouds cloak.

"Uchiha." The figure acknowledged.

"You're late." The Uchiha spoke before disappearing into crow feathers.

The lone figures eyes widened, cursing slightly, she headed in the direction of Konoha. Her black and silver kunoichi attire morphing into a red qipao dress, dark green shorts, with blue sandals. Her long pink hair swaying behind her has she hopped from branch to branch. Trying to get to Konoha in time.

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