The journey home from Wave was surprisingly pleasant, if a little subdued. Naruto was in higher spirits and Sakura noted a subtle, but undeniable change in his and Sasuke's relationship. They bickered constantly, but it was different from their usual fights. Sakura couldn't put her finger on it and when she mentioned the change to Kakashi he merely shrugged and said, "Things change." She frowned at his response, but accepted it nonetheless.
"Isn't that right, Sakura-chan?"
"Huh?"
"Shut up, dead last," Sasuke muttered, slapping the blond upside the head.
"Bastard!"
Sakura giggled. "I guess some things never change. Right, Kakashi-sensei?"
Author's Notes: Back by popular demand! Well, Kane's demand :-p.
If you haven't read Ripple Effect by raymars do so! It's really long, so make sure you have the time (you won't want to put it down once you start), but make sure you read it. Seriously, it's got to be the best multi-chapter Naruto fic I've ever read.
Um… I'm working on yet another one-shot. It has to do with Naruto, the Fourth, and the complications that arise with certain realizations. For more info/spoilers check out my LJ shafted (underscore) artist (friend me if you like!). Déjà vu?
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