~Authors Note

Here you are everyone, sorry for the wait, I've kinda been working stories randomly but I don't intend on abandoning the recent ones anyway hope you enjoy the latest chapter for Leaf's Poisonous Pink Fang and I promise to have another chapter out soon.

End Authors Note~


When they were to start their 3rd year in the academy, Konohagakure got a very important visitor, the 4th Raikage, Ay himself and two escorts, because the Daimyo of Lightning Country ordered for a peace treaty to be created and apologies to be made.

It all started the morning of their first day after summer ended "Before you head out Sakura-chan, I'd like to inform you we'll be having guests stay with us for the next month or so" Sakumo said as his adopted daughter was tugging on her sandals.

"Guests, who Tou-san and where are they going to stay in here not on the couch surely, we don't have any empty rooms remember" Sakura asked, reminding her Father that they didn't have room for guests making the man chuckle at her bluntness.

But he cleared his throat "Kakashi-kun is going to be staying at his own apartment for the time being, so they'll be using his room Sakura-chan and as for who, the Raikage and whoever his escorts are" the silver haired male informed.

Sakura's viridian irises widened in shock "I'll be sure to warn Naruto if he comes with me after school to be careful of what he says then, anyway I'm off Tou-san, see you after academy lets out" the rosette waved, after a quick check to make sure she had everything.

Then dashed out the door "Just have a good day Sakura-chan" Sakumo called before the door shut, once he was sure she was well on her way to the academy turned and headed for his son's room to clean it up and prepare it for their guests.

Meanwhile Sakura had made it in record time "You know I sure am glad you have first class with us again and that Math isn't until later on now" Naruto commented when his best friend plopped down gracefully in the seat next to him.

Earning an amused huff "Quite now I don't have to listen to him whine anymore" Shikamaru smirked, getting an offended ~hey~ from the knucklehead before Sakura pat him on the shoulder while simultaneously giving her other best friend a mock glare for teasing the easily offended boy.

In the row below them Sasuke snorted "So did you ask your Dad yet, if you could come over this weekend, Mom did say she was going to help you with what we mentioned last time" Sasuke questioned remembering what they'd promised.

"Totally forgot, sorry Sasuke, I'll have to ask Tou-san when I get home if he's not busy, apparently we're having a really important guest stay with us for a month" Sakura apologized, before her expression shifted into one of complete seriousness.

Naruto gulped knowing that she was saying that for his sake "Roger that Sakura-chan I won't do or say anything that will upset your really important guest for the entire month that he's here" the blonde saluted as equally serious as she was about the whole thing.

Her shoulders relaxed in relief "By the way what did Sasuke mean when he said with what we mentioned last time" the Nara heir butt in, having honed in on that specific statement and wanting to know because he hated being out of the loop.

Sakura straightened in response "Er Sasuke's mom promised to help me practice making my first poison" the pinkette announced with a smile that had Naruto shuddering and Shikamaru wishing he hadn't asked.

While Sasuke rubbed his nose feeling smug "Yeah, just make sure you ask your Dad, Sakura cause I don't want you to get in trouble if you do it without his permission" the second Uchiha heir frowned, reminding himself to not get so cocky.

Not that he really had to worry or anything as Sakura nodded right as their sensei's appeared to start their first class "Jutsu theory, we'll be going over the mechanics of jutsu in the mornings from now on" Mizuki informed.

"And we expect you to take notes for there will be tests on the material we go over" Iruka informed handing out books so that each of his students had one, though he was moderately surprised Sakura was in the theory class, he didn't say anything as he started with a lecture.

Each of his students listening with rapt attention as he and Mizuki traded off teaching the children, like Naruto, whose grades had shot up until finally the lesson was over "With that you have homework" the blue haired Chunin finished.

Making some of his students groan "You must theorize and write a report about a C Rank jutsu understand and it has to be done and turned in tomorrow for class" the brunet warned before he sent them off to their next class.

Until it was time for lunch "Phew, glad to be out of the classroom for the next hour and even more our next class is outdoors" Naruto stretched eager to move around as Sakura handed him the bento she'd made for him that morning and he shot her a thankful smile.

"By the way nothing happened to you on your way to the academy this morning did it Naruto" Sakura frowned, wishing Kakashi, Gai and Genma weren't off on a mission that way Naruto could have had an escort.

Thankfully her knuckleheaded friend shook his head alleviating her fears "How is that pack of yours doing, they've got to be what 2 years old now" Sasuke piped in, still wondering how Naruto and Sakura had become such close friends.

"Kitei and Haikyu are 3 years old Sasuke, while Sakura's still has like three months to go before their 3 since her ninken are 3 months younger than Naruto's" Shikamaru chimed in with the answer knowing because of how much time he spent around the two individual packs.

Though Sakura had accepted Naruto's ninken into hers, Haikyu and Kitei only obeyed Naruto, Sasuke grimaced "I probably would have gone crazy by now, to not only just raise them but train them to" the second Uchiha heir said.

While Naruto held his head in response "Trust me Sasuke sometimes Kitei tries to drive me insane, I forgot to tell you but she was waiting when I got home last night, with a cockroach in her mouth, and then she threw it at me" the blonde whimpered.

Remembering that horrifying incident from the other night while Sakura giggled at his misfortune "You know if you cleaned up more often, cockroaches wouldn't even be in your apartment and besides Kitei was doing a good job you should've praised her Naruto" the rosette pointed out.

Making Naruto sulk "That's right, she was doing her job to get rid of intruders as she saw it knucklehead" the Nara heir informed knowing that Naruto wasn't at fault either, he just didn't understand so it was up to them to make sure he did.

With that Naruto was resolved to make up for his blunder of yelling at Kitei "How do I apologize" Naruto asked with a frown unsure of what to do now that the issue had been brought up, he knew Kitei was still upset with him since she hadn't even come to see him off this morning.

"Only you can do that Naruto, since their your ninken to take care of, you know them the best out of the four of us here" Sakura reminded gently and he slumped his shoulders before perking up again as he ate his lunch.

Like they'd gotten use to, the minute they were done eating lunch a shogi board was produced "Ready, today's the day I finally manage to win a round" Shikamaru declared as they set up the board with the pieces in their proper places.

The remaining two boys sighed "Here we go again, you make that declaration every time Shikamaru and yet you still haven't managed to win" Sasuke snorted, laying on his stomach to watch the game, Naruto doing the same to watch intently.

Since Sakura practiced on him sometimes "By the way Sakura-chan, you never said who your really important guest was going to be just that you were going to have one stay in your house for a month" the blonde said suddenly.

Peridot irises shot his way while Shikamaru took his turn "Apparently it's the Raikage plus his escorts, their taking over Kakashi-ni's room" the fuscia haired girl admitted softly, taking her turn in the next minute as she looked over the board.

Also trying to break the tie streak she and Shikamaru had going on for almost four consecutive years "Yikes I heard from my Father that the Raikage is well ruthless and unforgiving that means he's not very nice, what's the Hokage thinking putting that guy with you" the Uchiha hissed.

Sakura shrugged in answer "For kami sake how do I keep tying" the Nara heir groaned five minutes later as they tied yet again for over the millionth time probably and the spectators tried to keep from laughing as another round was decided upon.

By the end of their lunch hour Shikamaru was no closer to beating Sakura than she was to beating him at a round of shogi as the board was packed up and they traipsed down the steps to their next class for their exercises and whatnot.

It was as Iruka got them all set up at targets with kunai knives in hand to practice throwing a different weapon that Sakura remembered something else she'd forgotten to tell her Father about that morning and groaned softly under her breath.

Earning a glare followed by a frown "Whats the matter with you Billboard Brow" Ino scoffed, most likely thinking that whatever she had a problem with was stupid and childish and not even that problematic in the first place.

Viridian irises rolled upwards in annoyance "How would you like it if I called you a foul name Yamanaka and as it is that's not really any of your business" Sakura grumbled, wishing that she was stood between her friends and not next to this girl who grated on her nerves all the time.

Like Ami who was stood all the way on the end "Not that you would be able to come up with an insult and it is my business when your over there groaning and interrupting my concentration" the blonde snapped back.

A fuscia brow twitched "Ino-pig cause your attitude stinks, looks like I just did come up with an insult that actually hurts, and I only sighed the once so you know what get over it Yamanaka" the pinkette scoffed with another roll of her eyes.

Then focused her attention on the target, ignoring any further attempts of Ino trying to upset her, once they were finished with their throwing lessons they got started on running laps, followed by a bit of taijutsu, she and Naruto made sure to stretch first though before each exercise.

Until finally the day was over and Sakura knew if she told Naruto he would go bursting into the house like a crazy person so turned to Sasuke, who felt her stare "I'm coming over" Sasuke huffed wondering if she had a problem with him again.

"Good, I forgot to tell Tou-san that chakra control class is after hours now, could you tell him I'll be back a little later from now on and try to keep Naruto from accidentally insulting Raikage-sama and his escorts" Sakura rambled.

Dawdling, which wasn't a good thing because she had to hurry or she'd be late for her advanced class, Sasuke nodded and she quickly zipped off "Hey where's Sakura-chan" Naruto immediately noticed his best friends absence, Shikamaru already off to home with his Father.

Sasuke sighed wishing that he had his brothers patience with overly excitable people "She had an after hour advanced class Do…Naruto" the Uchiha explained struggling not to insult the blonde and actually call him by name.

Naruto's face fell "Geez I don't know how Sakura-chan can do it all the time, take all those advanced classes" the blonde huffed, feeling like he was holding her back, though they trained equally and worked hard on things to get better at them.

Beside him the ebony haired eight year old grimaced, keeping an eye out for trouble until they reached Sakura's house, he was going to knock but Naruto beat him to the door and pulled it open "Old Man we're here" Naruto called loudly.

And the boy at his side cringed "Ah Naruto-kun, Sasuke-kun and….where's Sakura-chan, oh that's right, one of her advanced classes is after hours now" Sakumo appeared less than a minute after the call, frowning at his adopted daughters absence before remembering.

Since he'd also received his daughters academy class schedule "That makes things easier then if you know and since she'll probably forget again, my Mom offered to help her make her first poison this weekend, only with permission from you" Sasuke announced.

Hesitantly glancing around, wondering if the Raikage was already there, Sakumo chuckled "I'm not opposed to it, but that's something I'll have to discuss with Sakura-chan and their out right now" the White Fang saw the wary stares.

Relief flickered in charcoal colored irises at that "Well that's a relief, anyway we're just going to get started on our homework" the blonde announced sitting at the low living room table and pulling out his books to get his schoolwork done for the evening.

It didn't take long for Sasuke to follow him in doing the same thing, eight minutes later a knock sounded, Sakumo vanished and came back with two familiar Jonin "Please tell me nothing happened to Sakura-chan" Genma frowned immediately concerned by Sakura's absence.

"Just an after hours advanced class" the second Uchiha heir informed without looking up since he was quite focused on doing his homework so that he could get it done, Genma sighed, he should have expected that.

Cause Sakura was different than any other little girl "Guess we'll just have to wait for the youthful cherry blossom to return so that we can give you two your gifts on making it through the first day of your third year in the academy" Gai declared.

Sitting down after that to wait patiently, Genma snorted but sat as well to wait knowing it wouldn't be to much longer until Sakura got home "Seems we had the same idea" Sakumo chuckled knowing the kids would be excited with their latest congratulatory gifts.

Though Sakura's from him was very special since it had taken quite a long time to get every single article of clothing his adopted daughter had embroidered with the Hatake Clan Crest to truly signify her status as a member of his family/clan.

At the mention of more than one gift Naruto perked up, blue eyes sparkling with excitement, but he kept his attention on his homework "Tou-san I'm home" the rosette called softly from the foyer over thirty minutes later, the door opening, then shutting.

Less than a minute later Sakura appeared in the living room "Welcome home Sakura-chan, go ahead and sit down get started on your homework, I'm going to get dinner started" the silver haired male smiled kindly at the young girl.

Who like Sasuke had, looked around warily, probably trying to sense out any extra people in the house, Genma chuckled under his breath at her expression of confusion "Their out and about or so your Dad said" the little Uchiha explained.

When Sakura took a seat in between him and Naruto, they'd purposefully left that space open for her after all, her expression morphed into one of understanding "So how come they changed the schedule and made you have an after hours advanced class" the blonde whined suddenly.

Sakura sighed and shrugged in answer not really sure why herself, hence she couldn't really give him a proper answer to the question he'd just asked, he slumped his shoulders with a sigh of his own then buckled down on his homework getting help where it was needed.

It was when Sakumo went to call them in for dinner that their guests returned to the house and Sakura realized that the Jonin she were familiar with were in fact there "Not now Sakura-chan, after" the hazel eyed tokujo shook his head when her eyes lit up.

Only tamping down on her excitement as an oppressive aura washed over her, subduing even the most unruly of children, i.e Naruto to be precise as he latched onto her sleeve and held tightly in a white knuckled grip.

"Hatake thought you said you only had the one adopted brat, you didn't lie to me did you" the Raikage barked as soon as he caught sight of the three children sitting in the living room, crowded around a table doing whatever it was little brats did.

Causing two of them to jump in fright at the harsh tone, the last remained steadfast "No, no Raikage-sama those are Sakura-chan's friends, they spend an awful lot of time around each other that's all" Sakumo assured exiting the kitchen as he did so.

And just as suddenly the oppressive aura dissipated allowing the children to breathe a little easier as Ay stormed his way into the living room properly and sat down in one of the few chairs, glaring over the kids as if they'd offended him.

But they were quiet, "Anyway supper is ready" the White Fang informed, Sasuke quickly packed his belongings knowing it was time to go home, his homework was done and he knew that Sakumo would broach the subject with Sakura after dinner hopefully.

"See you tomorrow, Sakura, Naruto" Sasuke waved, keeping his head down in the intimidating presence of the Raikage, whose gaze snapped to him as he hurried from the room, his two friends waving to him as he left.

While the rest of them made their way into the kitchen to eat dinner "Kakashi-ni welcome home" Sakura murmured seeing her adoptive big brother already seated at the table and she was quick to snag the empty seat next to him, dragging Naruto into the to big chair to share and keep him close at the same time.

Kakashi crinkled his eye at her "Good to be home after that mission Sakura-chan and though I'll be sleeping at my apartment, don't think for one minute I won't be here everyday, the entire time Raikage-sama is here to be precise" Kakashi informed.

Amused when Sakura brightened exponentially at the news he was stuck in the village for the duration of the Raikage's visit "Sasuke-kun told me something interesting Sakura-chan, that Mikoto-san offered to help you make your first poison" Sakumo spoke suddenly.

Bringing up the subject that Sasuke had partially discussed with him, Naruto shuddered "You sure you want to get into that kind of stuff Sakura-chan" Naruto asked, still wondering why Sakura was so interested in poisons.

Sakura lightly rolled her eyes in mock annoyance at the question she'd been asked by him a million times probably "Yes knucklehead I'm sure and only if it's alright with you Tou-san, if not then I can wait cause I know how to be patient" the rosette admitted.

Causing Naruto to pout at the jab of being to impatient and a few of the adults chuckled, including one of the shinobi that had come with the Raikage, though it was quieter than Genma's or even Gai's, Sakura heard it all the same and subtly lifted her gaze to spy the man.

Though she wasn't as subtle as she hoped because almost immediately he caught her staring and she hastily lowered her gaze to the table as a plate was set before her and Naruto since they were sharing the chair with one another.

"By the way you brats in case you didn't already know I am the Raikage, Ay, and I demand respect do you understand" Ay barked in a harsh tone, Naruto flinched but the lone girl at the table nodded, nudging the blonde in the side so he would do the same.

Keeping silent as they did so, waiting for Sakumo to sit and take the first bite "And we're Raikage-sama's escorts, I'm Cee" the older blonde that she hadn't noticed yet, spoke in nearly the same tone as the Raikage, though he was less harsh since they were kids.

"As for me, Darui" the younger dark skinned man at the table introduced, looking bored out of his skull, but with the introductions done, Sakumo gestured for them to dig in and took the first bite so the rest of them could eat as well.

When they were all finished, the lot of them returned to the living room and the two that had been silent finally spoke "Before we leave for you Sakura-chan, Naruto" Genma passed over the gifts that had been jointly gotten by him and Gai.

"May the rest of your evening be youthful Naruto-kun, Sakura-chan and congratulations on making it through the first day of your third year in the academy" Gai saluted, ranting about youth again, then the two of them disappeared in plumes of smoke.

Not waiting to see the kids reaction to their gifts "Betcha it's kunai right Sakura-chan, I mean they already got us shuriken, so what else could it be and they seem to like getting us weapon related gifts" the blonde guessed, correct not that he knew it yet.

Until Sakura carefully opened the twine tied package to reveal a pack of kunai in the same green as her shuriken, in a thigh holster, the same color as her other pouches "You would be correct Naruto" Sakura grinned.

Fiddling with one of the kunai to see if it had any hidden surprises like her shuriken did, just as she was about to give up for the night, the center of the kunai popped open to reveal a vial which would allow her to add poison to her weapons with the enemy being none the wiser.

Emerald orbs lit up as the weapons were carefully placed in their pouch "Scary, anyway Old Man you said that you had a gift for us to" Naruto shivered, knowing that his friend was going to be quite the force when she got older, nobody would ever want to mess with her that's for sure.

Looking to Sakumo, who nodded "This is a joint from Kakashi-kun and I to both of you, though Sakura's is a little more special, all of your clothes now have the Hatake Clan crest embroidered on them, sorry it took so long" the older silver haired male informed.

Pleased when Sakura looked happy with her gift "Especially, the handmade training outfit, which was what we technically got you and for you Naruto-kun" the Copy Ninja handed over a box to the knucklehead that was attached to his adopted sister.

He was just excited to be accepted "Thanks Old Man, Sakura-chan's big brother" the blonde nodded to both males, happy with his own gift as well, even though it was more books, he would study them thoroughly so that he wasn't left behind by Sakura.

"By the way Sakura-chan, since I know how responsible you are, yes you can have Mikoto-san help you make your first poison but I stress the importance of being extra careful alright" Sakumo remembered the conversation and that he hadn't given an answer.

Of course he knew she would be extremely cautious "Course Tou-san, on that note it's about time for you to get home Naruto" Sakura nodded seriously before taking a look at the clock and seeing what time it actually was.

"Right then we should get going" Kakashi stood, ready to walk the blonde home so that he would be safe, Sakura really was the sweetest and maybe a little overprotective, but Naruto didn't mind in the least as he packed up his things.

Grabbed the two gifts he'd received that evening and together the three of them traipsed out the door "See you tomorrow Sakura-chan" Naruto waved once he had the door to his apartment unlocked, he waited until they disappeared before shutting and locking his door once more.

Then went about cleaning up a little bit and apologizing to Kitei for being upset with her for something that he should have praised her for, by the time he climbed into his bed, Kitei was no longer upset with him and he was happy to sleep the night away cuddling with his two ninken.

Upon their own return to the house Sakura clambered onto the couch next to her adoptive Father and cuddled into his side lightly to read for a bit, study further ahead so that she would be prepared for tomorrows classes.

"Kinda studious aren't you there kid" Darui spoke up suddenly and her gaze snapped up from her book because she honestly hadn't really thought he would talk to her, then again what would be the point of a treaty if they didn't learn how to get along.

So with that in mind Sakura nodded her head lightly "Mhm, I'm in three advanced classes at the academy so I have to work hard if I want to keep improving to make Tou-san and Kakashi-ni proud" the pinkette declared softly.

For her adoptive family's sake as well, she would do their Clan proud so no one would ever look down on Hatake's again, because of Sasuke's stunt, they'd been seen as troublemakers or rather she had and she wanted to rectify that mistake at all costs.

Beside his partner the blonde spluttered "Three advanced classes, your what seven…eight, how is that possible" Cee frowned, only amending his statement a little when the girl held up eight fingers when he got her age wrong on the first guess.

"Dunno, the first day ever when we started Mizuki-sensei, that's one of my sensei, wanted to put me in the advanced mathematics class, so I'm two years ahead of everyone else, then history, and finally cause my chakra control is really good I'm in that advanced class too" Sakura shrugged.

Not really understanding it herself either obviously "Heh looks like you've adopted yourself quite the brat there Hatake" the Raikage rumbled out a harsh laugh of amusement, peridot orbs focused on him for a brief second before staring down at her book to read some more.

Hardly bothered when Sakumo pressed his hand down on her head and ruffled her hair a bit "Yeah, but I love her and no matter what happens I always will" Sakumo announced, this statement earned a wide smile and sparkling eyes of happiness.

Then Sakura settled down "Of course we'll love her Dad, Sakura-chan's gonna be the one to change the world" Kakashi intoned in a deadpan voice that had her giggling softly under her breath at his antics.

All to soon though she was yawning repeatedly until "Well I have the academy tomorrow so goodnight Tou-san, Kakashi-ni, Raikage-sama, Cee-san, Darui-san" the rosette murmured, nodding to each male as she bid them goodnight before going to her room to get some shut eye.

"I don't think I've ever seen such a polite brat, did you warn her that we were coming and tell her to be on her best behavior or something" Ay frowned, seriously weirded out which was strange, at least he hadn't figured out who Sakura actually was to Sakumo's relief.

Who shook his head "Sakura-chan's always been like that even before I adopted her, though to say she hasn't changed in that time frame would be a lie, her personality has developed quite a bit since then" the older silver haired male admitted.

Chuckling in remembrance to the earlier days of when he'd adopted the girl "That's right, you'd hardly think with how she is now that she use to be well not so outgoing" the scarecrow shinobi shook his head silently amused.

Though the Cloud Shinobi were confused, eventually the five of them went to bed and they were all woken up by a delicious smell wafting through the house "Guess Sakura-chan decided to cook this morning" Kakashi commented.

Enjoying the delicious aroma that made his mouth water and enticed his stomach to growl "You let her cook" the onyx eyed blonde grimaced, thinking the two males allowed the girl to much freedom and surely their breakfast was going to be burnt to a crisp.

Imagine his surprise when he sat down and a plate of piping hot, delicious looking food was placed before him, he couldn't help but eye it warily, not that Sakura was paying him any attention as she focused on making a plate for everyone else.

Until they were all sat at the table ready to eat, they gave their thanks then dug in "Mm, better than usual Sakura-chan" Sakumo hummed, hardly able to believe that the eight year old was a better cook than him sometimes.

While Cee, who'd been wary up until the first bite silently agreed "Course Tou-san, I have to be creative otherwise that knucklehead will only eat ramen" Sakura huffed, exasperated with her friend, who was most likely eating ramen for breakfast.

"Knucklehead, don't tell me that's the nickname for one of your friends Kid" the younger dark skinned man groaned, pitying the kid who got stuck with that atrocious nickname and he wondered why he was still even going around the girl.

Sakura nodded solemnly "Because Naruto is a knucklehead, he jumps in without thinking first most of the time, hardly understands anything, where you have to explain it to him like a bajillion times before he even gets it" the fuscia haired girl deadpanned.

"Though he knows you and Shikamaru call him that fondly" the Copy Ninja chuckled watching as Sakura hurriedly ate, then began cooking yet again, this time lunch, two bento's that were eyed curiously by the Raikage.

He raised a brow on one of his hosts "For Naruto-kun, otherwise he'd sneak out of the academy during lunch to eat Ramen" the White Fang informed amused as Sakura wrapped the bento's neatly and carefully placed them in her bag that way she didn't forget them.

Obviously Ay wasn't as amused "And what's wrong with that, junk food would help the brat replenish his chakra more than that stuff your going to give him" the Raikage grunted, knowing it wasn't really his place to say anything.

But imagine his surprise when Sakura huffed softly "I'm well aware Raikage-sama, however we don't have our physical class until after lunch and he already eats ramen and other junk food for breakfast so I try to get him to eat at least one nutritious meal a day" the pinkette explained.

Carefully of course in a subdued tone that had him and his escorts scratching their heads in confusion over as Sakura sat at the table and pulled out her homework to make sure it was all complete with the correct answers.

Until it was time for her to leave "On that note I'll see you after my after hours advanced class Tou-san, Kakashi-ni" Sakura stuffed her books and homework neatly back into her backpack, hugged her adoptive Father and brother.

Nodded politely to their guests, tugged on her sandals and disappeared out the door not noticing Nioi dashing out before she shut the door all the way, so none the wiser hurried down the streets to the academy so that she wasn't late for her second day as a third year.

Kakashi sighed "That Sakura-chan really is something else isn't she Dad" Kakashi shook his head, amused by the growing girl, thankfully his Father was inclined to agree with him for once that Sakura was different than the average eight year old.

Taking the chance to get some answers the Raikage cleared his throat "You said last night that the brat didn't use to be outgoing like that, if she wasn't outgoing, then how was she before" Ay demanded to know.

Interested in the girl who'd been nothing but polite since the moment they'd met last night "Ah she was rather apathetic, didn't have much personality really, before she would have rebuked someone for calling Naruto her friend" Sakumo admitted.

"What about that other one, how long has Sakura-san been friends with the dark haired boy from yesterday, I get the feeling he's not quite use to coming over" Cee cut in, having thought it strange a boy from the Uchiha Clan being friends with a lesser clan child, though said girl was adopted.

Henceforth Sakura wasn't really part of a clan at all "No I suppose Sasuke-kun still feels rather awkward coming over like he has been lately since he and Sakura became friends" the older silver haired male grimaced.

Remembering that summer of hell two years ago "Why would he feel awkward unless he has a crush on the Kid" Darui commented though it would make sense he supposed, but the looks the boy had sent the girl didn't seem like he was smitten with Sakura or anything of the like.

In the next moment that assumption was waved off "Ah well Sasuke-kun caused a bit of trouble for us a couple years ago, went around telling major clan heads that Sakura-chan manipulated me into adopting her, all's well that ends well though" Sakumo smiled.

Glad that Sasuke had apologized, he was still doing his best to make it up to Sakura for his actions, hence the reason he probably seemed awkward around them "Kakashi-san, I believe our alpha has escaped from the house again" all of them were interrupted by a deep voice.

A shudder crawled down Darui's spine upon seeing who or rather what had spoken "Really again, Nioi's probably off wreaking havoc somewhere, guess I'll go look for her before she gets in trouble" Kakashi sighed, with that it signaled his departure.

Prompting Ay to disappear as well to continue treaty talks with the Hokage, leaving his escorts to wander the village, meanwhile Sakura had finally made it to the academy in record time and her classroom in half the usual time that it took her.

So it was to her surprise that only Sasuke was seated in the row below the one she shared with Naruto and Shikamaru "Your earlier than usual, what did you feel a little intimidated by the Raikage or something" Sasuke snorted, trying to tease the girl.

Only to sulk when Sakura shook her head "Nope, just got done eating and making Naruto's and I's lunch earlier than usual" the rosette answered, pulling out the books meant for their first class as their classmates trickled in rather slowly.

Naruto arrived before Shikamaru for once "Wow this is weird, that lazy ass is gonna be late if he doesn't get here soon" Naruto commented on the Nara heir's absence since he'd shown up before Shikamaru actually which was so strange.

"Did you get things settled with Kitei and yeah probably but what can you expect it's Shikamaru" Sakura asked with a light roll of her eyes during the second half of her statement, Shikamaru would be there with probably less than a minute to spare actually.

At her question Naruto nodded his head "Yeah, it took an hour though before she accepted my apology and I gave her permission if I did it again to throw more than one cockroach at me" the blonde declared missing the shudder that rolled through Sasuke at his admission.

"Perhaps after Mom gets done helping Sakura make her poison we could go over and help you clean up and get rid of all those disgusting insects instead" the second Uchiha heir grimaced, earning a sheepish smile.

Though Naruto didn't dare argue when Sakura gave him a look that said he better agree or else and then just as she thought Shikamaru trudged into the classroom five seconds before the bell rang "I know, I know" Shikamaru groaned seeing the exasperated look on Sakura's face.

With that they all turned forward to pay attention as their dual sensei's appeared and started roll call to make sure all of them were there and hours later when it was finally lunch Shikamaru deigned to explain "My alarm didn't go off" the Nara heir grunted.

As Sakura handed over the bento she'd made for Naruto and the four of them sat down to eat lunch as they always did, during this time Kakashi had finally found where Nioi was hiding and successfully retrieved the mischievous alpha.

Soon enough the final bell rang at the academy signaling classes were over unless one had an after hours advanced class like Sakura and after she went home to work on her homework with her friends surrounded by her adoptive family.