~Authors Note

Forgive me for the extremely slow, short, chapter, I did kind of struggle with it and I only got it finished like twenty minutes before posting time, I promise the next chapter will be longer and have some action in it for you all and I hope you enjoy, have a good day.

End Authors Note~

Saying that things weren't chaotic the following morning was an understatement, it was madness and it all started that morning with Hanami barging into her room shouting her name at the top of her six year old lungs "WAKEY WAKEY SAKURA-NEE-CHAN" Hanami shouted.

Her big sister however had other plans that included sleeping in as Sakura merely snuggled deeper into her pillows and blankets continuing to snooze the morning away, Hanami puffed up her cheeks and drew in a large lungful of air before letting loose.

"ONEE-CHAN WAKE UP MOMMA WANTS YOUR HELP WITH BREAKFAST" the dark pink haired six year old yelled very loudly, Sakura was awake less than a second later kunai held out defensively guard raised until she realized there was no threat.

The little ducked her head feeling awful that she'd scared her big sister and this started the tears before Sakura could scold her "Hanami what's the matter, I'm sorry did I startle you when I pulled out a weapon" Sakura was at her side kunai put away trying to find out what was wrong.

"I scared you, I'm sorry Nee-chan" Hanami sniffled, Sakura sighed still looking exhausted but in the next moment she found herself lifted off her feet and crushed in warm familiar arms that she knew quite well and then she was being twirled around gently.

Until another well known voice hollered up the stairs "GIRLS ARE YOU COMING DOWN OR NOT, I WOULD LIKE A HAND WITH BREAKFAST YOU KNOW" Mebuki, aka their mother bellowed, the sisters shared a knowing look and giggled under their breaths.

Before Sakura put Hanami on her feet again and closed her bedroom door to get dressed, fifteen minutes later both young girls were downstairs "Got it Mom you just rest okay" the older rosette smiled softly, happy to be home and do anything her mother wanted.

Mebuki let out a sigh of relief and with Kizashi's help was sat in her favorite chair "Ah how I've missed this" Kizashi sighed in content tone glad that his family was whole once again as the smell of delicious food filled the house.

His mother in law looked surprised "She cooks, why didn't you tell me that she cooks" Tsunade huffed still learning the ropes to actually being a part of this family then promptly disappeared into the kitchen to watch her granddaughter.

"It's good to have Sakura back, now all we need is Zabuza" Haku commented missing his Master more and more everyday as he realized how much it took to actually keep an eye on the danger magnet Mebuki and Hanami.

Kizashi nodded in agreement "Yes indeed we all miss him Haku so don't feel guilty okay" the dull pink haired male pat the young teenager on the shoulder, Haku nodded solemnly and suddenly found his lap full of a little girl.

She smiled at him knowingly and leaned back into his chest "Look at that Haku, Hanami-chan doesn't want you to feel sad anymore" Hashirama chuckled, Haku let a fond smile crawl onto his lips as he hugged Hanami close.

"When do you think Itachi will be here, Sakura's back after all and you know how he is" Mebuki commented suddenly and right on cue in a flurry of black crows Itachi was stood in the middle of their living room.

Ebony orbs glinting with intent as he let his gaze travel around the room before turning to head into the kitchen, nodding wordlessly at the occupants of the room they were in, getting nods back until he was out of sight.

Sakura didn't notice him immediately but the woman who was to be their new Hokage did, Tsunade said nothing merely watched her granddaughter cook as he shuffled in to sit at the table and wait until she wasn't so busy.

Until realization dawned on him "Sakura will you allow me to help you cook" Itachi questioned flaring his chakra to announce his presence first so he didn't scare the daylights out of the girl, she spun eyes wide and full of happiness to see him.

Before she nodded eagerly "Course you can Itachi, it'll be a big help cause we have lots of mouths to feed" Sakura grinned shifting to accommodate him as he began cracking several eggs in a bowl and added seasoning to them before whisking.

Tsunade blinked in confusion "It's like practice isn't it Sakura for later on down the road when we possibly have our own children" the Uchiha heir admitted with a chuckle as Sakura squeaked and started chopping the onions a little to thinly not that it really mattered they'd get eaten anyway.

Sat the table Tsunade bit her lip harshly to keep from laughing "Looks like you were right Sakura, I'm sorry for judging him, hello Itachi, I'm Tsunade and I thank you for taking care of my granddaughter as you have" Tsunade managed to say after a bit.

He craned his neck to peer at her "My pleasure Lady Tsunade, the Uchiha owe her a great debt, plus I'll find no one who doesn't understand me better than Sakura does" Itachi nodded, earning another embarrassed squeak from Sakura.

Who huffed when they both laughed at her "Anyway Grandmother breakfast will be done in about fifteen minutes, Itachi would you show her to where all the plates and silverware are so that the table can be set up, I can finish" the rosette requested.

And he was all to happy to accommodate her as Tsunade stood and followed him over to the cabinets "Here, these plates are what Mebuki-san like to use in the morning, the silverware and clay cups for chamomile tea" the eighteen year old opened doors and drawers.

Letting Tsunade familiarize herself for a moment then grabbed several cups when she grabbed the plates "Okay where's the dining room, I know there is one, just haven't seen it yet" Tsunade asked trying to see if she could spy the door.

Finding it right as she was led over to it and the door was slid open to reveal a beautiful room "My Father designed it, this whole house actually except for the latest rooms Lord First have added" Itachi explained arranging things nice and neat on the table.

So she took after his example and arranged the plates properly so everyone would have one, then Sakura started bringing in the food "You know her mother pretty well don't you" Tsunade raised a brow seeing how neat the table looked.

Itachi nodded quietly "Quite, Lord Fourth kept us mainly to the village so I've been over nearly every day since she left on the mission to find you Lady Tsunade" the Uchiha admitted disappearing to help bring the rest of the food to the dining room.

Tsunade huffed out a laugh then went to inform everyone that breakfast was ready "Come on Hanami-chan breakfast" the boy, Haku, was on his feet quick as a flash, her second granddaughter in his arms, Hanami squealing her enjoyment of the movements to the entire house.

Before they vanished to the dining room "Honestly I'm surprised Haku-kun hasn't gone insane having to deal with her antics for two months" Mebuki giggled having her husband help her up from her chair so she to could go eat.

"Yes well dear you aren't easy to watch after either you know" Kizashi smiled cheekily and got whacked, Hashirama shook his head in amusement while Tobirama snorted, the two of them however remained sitting.

While the last remaining teenager stood and trailed silently after the others "He's quiet that one" Shizune frowned wondering if he was just overwhelmed by all the different people in the house as she made her way through the kitchen and into the dining room.

She watched in confusion as the boy settled nearest to Sakura as he could what with being buffered on either side by her sister and the person who had to be Itachi so she found her own spot to sit and the lot of them gave their thanks for the meal "Did you change the way you cooked" the silent one said suddenly.

And Sakura shook her head "No I probably got better though, spent about a week practicing my hunting skills when Jiraiya-sama was off hunting down his contacts Dosu before I forget I brought back souvenirs for everyone" Sakura informed.

Itachi glanced down at her and she smiled up at him as Hanami let out a loud squeal that nearly blew their eardrums, "Everyone Sakura you must be feeling rather generous" Dosu commented dubious about the fact that there was something for everyone.

"I meant it Dosu, there's something for you and Haku, Sasuke, Shisui, Mikoto-san, Fugaku-san, Kimiko, everyone basically" the rosette assured with a smile, Dosu shook his head and Haku chuckled under his breath.

Then they focused on their meal "Right I'm sure you'll be over at the compound sometime, shall I deliver the souvenirs or are you wanting to hand to deliver" Itachi said when the food had been devoured and they were stood doing the dishes.

"Hand deliverance Itachi I want to see their surprised expressions when I give them their souvenirs" Sakura snickered leaning into his side for a brief moment, Itachi gave a start because she'd never done that before but smiled in acceptance.

Watching yet again was Tsunade "Their good for one another Tsunade-sama" Shizune noticed who her mentor was looking at and smiled softly at the scene the two teenagers made, then Itachi pressed a sweet kiss to Sakura's head and vanished in a flurry of crows.

Sakura's face turned a wonderful shade of red before putting away all the dishes and such then headed into the living room, the moment she sat down Hanami plopped down unceremoniously in her lap "Souvenir please" Hanami demanded.

Hashirama chuckled in response "Okay, okay no need to be impatient Hanami-chan…tada your own unique calligraphy set for your first Fuinjutsu lesson" the older rosette presented the gift with a flourish, dark blue eyes went wide and another ear splitting squeal erupted from the girls mouth.

"Thank you onee-chan, thank you, I promise to use it lots and lots" the six year old exclaimed crushing the gift to her chest, chuckles and giggles filled the air at her excitement as she hopped up and found her own spot to sit so she could see what everyone else got.

Uncle Tobirama was next it seemed "Unique water jutsu scroll I found in an antique shop, how it ended up there I don't know but I thought you'd appreciate it" was the explanation as a scroll was held out to him, Tobirama was visibly shocked.

"How did you know I had an interest in water release jutsu's Sakura" Tobirama asked suspiciously, Sakura grinned and pulled out one of her favorite books, the one on him and his extensive use on Water Jutsu's.

He should've known "She got you there Tobirama now what about me Sakura-chan what did you get your Grandpa" Hashirama chuckled feeling giddy with excitement himself as Sakura rifled around in a bag that she must have put all the souvenirs she'd gotten in.

It took a moment of her poking around before she finally emerged with her hand clasped around two books "Wood Sculpting and Bonsai tree's huh looks like you know me just as well" the former Hokage huffed good-naturedly accepting the gifts for what they were.

A way to connect and possibly have a hobby to do together "Lord Third told me a lot and I remember all of it" Sakura admitted softly wanting to bring their family closer to one another even more, Hashirama let his gaze soften in response.

Before she moved on, Haku's gift was pulled out next "Thanks Sakura I've been needing new throwing needles" Haku nodded in thanks for the three packs of senbon he'd just been given as his old ones were starting to break at every use of one of them.

Sakura smiled brightly in response "Mom, I got you an apron, I hope you like it" then she turned her attention on her mother emerald orbs twinkling with merriment as she waited for her mom to unfold the apron to see it fully.

Mebuki promptly burst out laughing "What is it Mebuki-chan" Kizashi leaned his head around to see what was so funny and followed her in laughter the next moment as he saw what was monogrammed onto the front of the apron.

"Love it Sakura-chan and once your little sibling gets here I'll wear it all the time" Mebuki giggled turning the apron around for everyone who was curious making them laugh as well at the words that were on the apron *I may not be a ninja but I can certainly kick butt* was probably the aptest statement ever to describe Mebuki.

Who all except for Hashirama, Tobirama, Dosu, Shizune and Tsunade knew that Mebuki had beat up some ninja who'd been trying to abduct her "Why that particular line Sakura" Shizune asked interested in the reason for why everyone laughed.

"For you Dad, some new notebooks to keep all your business records in and I didn't see it myself but apparently Mom beat up an enemy ninja who tried to kidnap her" Sakura snickered and Mebuki got stunned but wary looks making her laugh even harder in response.

And last was Dosu "I don't get it" Dosu sighed when he was handed a book, on various fighting styles since he was trying to put his past behind him, Sakura shrugged at him and leaned back on the couch getting comfortable.

Tsunade crinkled her nose in though until a brilliant idea came to mind "Sakura when I take over office officially there's something I want to talk to you about alright" Tsunade announced, Sakura peered up at her before nodding.

It was awhile later that Sakura decided to go see everyone else "I'd like to come along if you don't mind Sakura-chan" Hashirama bounded after her and hastily tugged on his sandals so he wouldn't be left behind.

"I don't mind, we'll be back in a bit I'm just going to go see some of my friends Mom, try not to stress yourself out in the meantime" the rosette called exiting her families large house, Hashirama on her heels as they made a sharp right turn to the Uchiha Compound.

Hashirama raised a brow but followed her into the compound anyway "So Sakura-chan how well are you able to manipulate the wood release kekkeigenkai, those wooden wings were rather ingenious if I do say so myself" the former Hokage questioned.

She tilted her head up at him "Fairly well I suppose, I've been training with it since I was five and thanks it took a long time to get it out of the theorizing stage and I still haven't fully mastered the jutsu" the pinkette explained lightly.

Unafraid to talk about her kekkeigenkai anymore seeing as how probably the entire village knew now "And tell me have you thought up anymore wood release jutsu's that you could use in the future" Hashirama prodded curiously.

Emerald orbs glinted with an intelligent gleam in their depths "Absolutely, two more Wooden Talons, I figured out what kind of Moniker I want to go by and Wooden Shaft Stream, it's where I shoot arrow like beams from the wings while in mid-air or on the ground" Sakura chattered.

"Moniker huh and pray tell what would that be, also very interesting, do you perchance have any other sort of jutsu's that your theorizing over still" the ebony haired reanimation inquired curiously not having really thought that this day would ever come.

Where someone manifested his kekkeigenkai and developed their own original jutsu "The Angelic Harpy, I'm rather good at genjutsu and harpies control people with a song, plus I have the wings to back me and yes, a water release jutsu and a lightning release as well" the rosette exclaimed.

Hashirama threw his head back with a laugh "Probably apt I suppose and good luck building a reputation with that moniker, and I'm sure Tobirama would help you with your water release jutsu, we're here by the way" Hashirama pointed.

Indicating they'd reached the main family house towards the back of the Uchiha Compound, Sakura didn't even have to knock as the door was yanked open and a familiar woman he'd grown use to lunged at his great, great granddaughter enveloping her in a bone crushing hug.

Followed by a loud squeal "Sakura-chan your home, Itachi-chan said you were but I didn't think we'd see you today considering it's your break and all but I'm really happy you came to visit anyway" Mikoto chattered.

"Well of course I'd come visit you guys are practically family already remember Mikoto-san plus I had some souvenirs for you all" Sakura returned the hug and Mikoto finally released her only to drag her into the house Hashirama on their heels.

All the way to the living room "FUGAKU, SASUKE, KIMIKO-CHAN, SAKURA-CHAN'S HERE AND SHE'S GOT SOME SOUVENIRS FOR US" the Uchiha Matriarch hollered calling for the males that were home and her adopted daughter as well.

Kimiko was the first one to appear, in a move reminiscent of Hanami's practically dived into Sakura's arms knowing the older girl would catch her "Sakura-chan your home what did you bring me…us" the six year old squealed, onyx orbs sparkling with happiness.

Now Sakura would get to walk her, Hanami and Kaen to the academy again with Itachi, Hashirama chuckled "Well done on the mission I presume, you nearly gave us all a heart attack when you wrote back saying you'd been attacked by Orochimaru" Fugaku was the next to show.

Signature scowl on his features "My apologies Fugaku-sama no one can predict the future after all" the rosette apologized genuinely to the man, he sighed but nodded in acceptance before taking a seat in his usual chair.

Last to the living room was Sasuke who got ahead of himself and tripped over one of Kimiko's toys face planting right in front of Sakura who raised a brow on him "What it's not like you didn't use to be clumsy at least I have an excuse" Sasuke huffed righting himself.

Sakura rolled her eyes then dug into the bag she had with her "For you Mikoto-san, a special customized apron" Sakura finally grabbed hold of what it was she sought and pulled it out for the woman who was sure to get a kick out of it.

Mikoto took it carefully and unfolded it to read only to laugh "Really Sakura-chan your to much sometimes" the raven haired woman shook her head in amusement presenting the apron to the others in the room *I'm nice to nice be afraid* even Fugaku chuckled.

"Very suiting Sakura" the graying brunet said, taking the souvenir which was held out to him in the next moment, a notebook with his initials monogrammed into it and some decorated festive stationary for his home office "Thank you" he nodded.

Allowing a smile to lift the corner of his lip up before his mouth settled into it's usual non-expression "I thought you'd like it and here Sasuke, it's not exactly custom made but I felt it would suit your style" the pinkette smiled back handing over a sword.

It had a white hilt, a dark blue sheath while the blade was the regular silver "Appreciated I'll be sure to practice with it" the second Uchiha heir grunted then Sakura turned to Kimiko and gave her a calligraphy set.

"For when Kushina-san decides to give you your first lesson Kimiko-chan" Sakura explained to the somewhat confused girl, not that it took long for her to really understand what was being said to her as Kimiko had about the same kind of reaction as Hanami had.

Complete with an ear bursting squeal "Thank you Sakura-chan lots" Kimiko hugged the gift to her chest hardly able to wait now for her first lesson in fuinjutsu, Sakura ruffled her mahogany hair then bid her farewells.

Not that they went very far, less than fifteen feet as they made another stop "Hey it's Sakura-chan, look who came to visit us Itachi-chan" Shisui was the one to answer the door, best friend just a couple feet behind him.

"Just to give you these, here Itachi, a recipe book revolving around cabbage and happy belated birthday on the 16th Shisui-san, a new tantou" Sakura quickly rifled around her in bag for the souvenirs and gave them to their respective owners when she did.

Shisui looked stunned "You remembered my birthday, she remembered my birthday Itachi-chan I can't believe it" the twenty one year old rambled in shock, Itachi shook his head lightly in amusement but nodded his head in thanks.

"That's because she's has a good memory Shisui-san, I promise to try some out soon and have you taste test them" Itachi nudged his best friend out of the way to talk to Sakura face to face, her eyes lit up at his offer and she nodded eagerly.

"Can't wait anyway see you two later, got many more places to stop" the rosette informed, patting her bag as she did so, because like she'd said there was a souvenir for everyone, Shisui gave her a hug before they left and soon they were headed down the streets of the Leaf Village.

Hashirama curious as to why she'd felt the need to get everyone a souvenir so decided to ask "Can I ask why you got everyone something" the reanimated First Hokage questioned lightly enjoying the trek through the village.

"Because I don't believe in inequality, if I get something for one, I get something for all it's as simple as that, plus some of them had birthdays while I was gone and they always give me gifts so I like to do that in return" the pinkette answered dutifully.

The reanimated man shot her a proud look "I am glad to see the will of fire burning so brightly within you and the others of your generation" Hashirama exclaimed in a pride-filled tone while simultaneously ruffling her growing lucks until they were in an irreparable state.

And a few minutes later they arrived at their new destination, the Inuzuka Compound, the guards didn't make her wait merely opened the gate for her, Hashirama scratched his head in confusion "Don't you usually have to state your name" the former Hokage frowned.

"Usually but I've been here so many times since I was six every one in the compound knows me probably seeing as I'm the heir's friend, they quit asking after the hundredth time I think" Sakura commented earning a cheeky wink from an Inuzuka walking by.

She huffed at him, followed by a chuckle and then the man was out of sight "You've got their backing" Hashirama seemed to realize as they trekked the distance to her friend's house, Sakura nodded quietly in answer.

Like before upon being less than five feet from the house it swung open and the Haimaru triplets shot out of it surrounding her in a formation, she gave each one a pat letting them sniff her "Hey stray, sorry about this, we just want to make sure it's you" Tsume said from the doorway.

Not that the girl complained any as she held absolutely still for the triplet ninken "Very well done Pup, oi you can back off now" Kuromaru growled after a couple minutes, sending the Haimaru brothers scampering off towards their bonded partner.

Tsume gave a toothy grin and marched forward "Welcome back from your mission Pink Stray, congratulations" the Inuzuka Matriarch informed patting the girl roughly on the back and Sakura managed not to face plant.

Hashirama chuckled "Hello to you to Tsume-sama, I've brought you all souvenirs" Sakura announced when the woman was finished with her greeting, Tsume's brows shot upwards then Sakura found herself being dragged through the house.

And out back where the others were "Oi the Pink Stray's brought us souvenirs get your butts inside now Pups or else I'll make you wait to get it" Tsume hollered, keeping hold of her willing captive as she dragged the girl back inside and plonked her on the couch.

Giving the girl a glare that said stay put, Sakura shifted around to be comfortable and then didn't move another inch, Hashirama was proud of her as Tsume's two children came rushing in to perch themselves on furniture "Morning Princess" the boy who must be her friend greeted with a cheeky wink.

Sakura snorted "Yeah, yeah Kiba good morning, you as well Hana-san" Sakura laughed softly resigned to the fact Kiba was going to do that for the rest of their lives, Hashirama raised an ebony brow but settle back to watch as well.

"Well what kind of souvenirs did you bring us Sakura-san" Hana inquired, looking the young girl over carefully to make sure she was doing well, to her relief she didn't have to worry as Sakura rifled through the bag she had with her.

Then handed each of them a souvenir "For Tsume-sama and Kuromaru-san, a new color of lipstick, and an eyepatch, I'm not one for makeup but I thought you'd like it, then for Kiba a new hooded jacket, Hana-san, herbs for the clinic and some treats for the others" the rosette explained.

Earning wide eyes from at least two of the people in the room "Geez Sakura did you spend a fortune or something" Kiba huffed deciding that he liked getting souvenirs but not liking the thought that Sakura had spent a lot of money on them.

"Don't worry Kiba that was at a fair price and the herbs I hand picked from the path and forests we walked through" Sakura assured, everything else had been well within her price range as well as she stood with a smile indicating that was it.

The family of three nodded at her and then she and Hashirama were off, next was Choji, who got some coupons to share with his Father and an apron to give to his mother "I'm sure she'll love it" Choji called as the duo moved away.

Sakura waving back in answer "You really meant everyone huh, even the parents of your friends" Hashirama commented and his great, great granddaughter nodded seriously only zipping off when she spotted another of her friends.

"Ino hey sorry it's been awhile only got back from a two month mission yesterday" Sakura called jogging up to her first female friend ever, their bond wasn't something that could ever be broken not after the rough start they'd had.

Ino turned with a bright smile "Hey Sakura and yeah I heard, Shikamaru was in a right state that he got left behind since he's a Chunin to" Ino snorted at her ridiculous lazy teammate who thought everything was a drag usually.

It did the trick though and made Sakura laugh "Of course he would pout about it, but he would have also complained it was a drag the entire time to, anyway I've got some souvenirs for you, your mom and dad" the pinkette grinned before explaining the reason why she'd called out to her.

Pupil-less blue eyes lit up with excitement at the idea of getting a gift "Since I missed your birthday and I'm sorry about that, a necklace I handmade and a book on flowers in Wind Country, for your mom an apron and for you Dad some unique flower seeds" Sakura listed.

As she handed over each souvenir/birthday present "Thanks Sakura and nah it's okay I understand we can't always be there, such is the life of a shinobi am I right" the blonde heiress shrugged lightly while clutching the gifts to her chest just happy Sakura hadn't forgotten.

"Right we'll I've got lots more to hand out, enjoy" the fuscia haired teen grinned then with her reanimated great, great grandfather disappeared to Shino's, then Hinata's, and after that was Shikamaru who grumbled and complained but ultimately accepted his new shogi board.

And other souvenirs to give to his parents "Was the last one Sakura-chan" Hashirama asked when they seemingly started heading back towards the house, though he shouldn't have been surprised when Sakura shook her head.

Determinedly heading towards yet another house "Sakura-chan good morning, did you sleep well" Naruto pulled the door open and got his hair ruffled by the slightly older girl who happened to be his teammate earning a pout.

"I slept fine knucklehead, I've got some souvenirs to give remember" Sakura reminded, blue eyes lit up and Naruto hurriedly ushered her into the house, though he did kind of eye Hashirama warily for a moment before accepting the reanimated man's presence.

Kushina looked up from where she was teaching Karin some more advanced fuinjutsu "I'll be look who came to visit Karin-chan" Kushina nudged her adopted daughter gently making Karin look up, crimson orbs widened then Karin lunged at her friend.

"Your home, welcome home Sakura-chan, I've missed you a lot you know" Karin sulked wrapping her arms around Sakura who'd definitely earned her friendship after all the hard work she'd put in to protecting her and making sure she could stand on her own two feet in a sense.

Hashirama stood back watching curious about the many interactions that Sakura indulged in "Missed you to Karin-chan, I'm sure Naruto's already given you, your souvenir but I've got one for you to, Kushina-san and Minato-san as well" Sakura announced.

Returning Karin's hug with a fond smile and a twinkle of happiness in her eyes, Karin gasped in excitement to get not one but two souvenirs it was her lucky day "What did you get us then Sakura-chan" the crimson haired teenager asked slightly impatiently.

"For Karin-chan a yukata, this one's special it's meant to be worn during fights and such, for Kushina-san a specialized apron, it has a unique line sown into it that you should get a kick out of and for Minato-san a unique weapon" the pinkette informed.

Handing each gift over to the appropriate person she'd gotten it for, Kushina blinked before dragging Sakura into a hug "Thanks Sakura-chan, I'll be sure to wear it from now on" the scarlet haired woman snickered, violet eyes glimmering with amusement at the line on her apron.

Sakura grinned back, hugged them one more time then bid them farewell "Back to the house I presume…I noticed something each of the women that we met from the different families of your friends seem quite taken with you, why is that" Hashirama inquired.

Getting a nod from Sakura before she thought over his question "I guess for Kushina-san I'm the first young girl that Naruto befriend, Mikoto-san the same with Sasuke, they saw me as a daughter, still do I guess, Tsume-sama however well I kind of was really gutsy back when I was five" Sakura admitted.

Remembering how she'd looked the woman straight in the eyes without a speck of fear in her and she told that to Hashirama as well when he looked curious, the man threw his head back with a raucous laugh just as they returned to the house.

"There you are, was wondering how long it was going to take you, it's almost lunch time Sakura" Mebuki huffed the minute they were stood in the living room, Sakura gave an apologetic smile before traipsing into the kitchen to get started on the afternoon meal.

Nearly a full hour later at exactly noon the lot of them were gathered around the table in the dining room eating lunch "Mm I've really missed this, having all of us together" Kizashi said not for the first time as he enjoyed the home cooked meal by his oldest daughter.

Mebuki nodded in agreement "Well we're here to stay to, I actually kinda like this house, but what about the third floor, I haven't seen anyone go up there" Tsunade stated, then asked in a somewhat confused tone about what was on the third floor.

"Yes I noticed that too, perhaps we could remodel it or something" Shizune chimed in, looking excited about the prospect of being able to change the house around a bit, until Sakura shook her head bursting her bubble.

"The third floor is a large training room, Fugaku-sama designed it" Sakura explained kindly and both women shared a surprised look then launched into a round of questioning about what else may be hidden in the house.

Unfortunately it was just the training room "Anyway I've got a mission" Dosu grunted when he was done reaching for his old hitai-ate since he hadn't gotten a Leaf one yet, something about proving himself for six months before the idea was considered.

Immediately the room was filled with tension as Tsunade saw the Otogakure hitai-ate clutched in the fourteen year old's hand then she lunged no questions asked, "GRANDMOTHER" Sakura yelled effectively stopping the woman in her tracks.

Just inches away from punching Dosu "I know you have a problem with Orochimaru, but Dosu is trying his best to fit in around here after defecting from that Snake, please don't attack him without at least trying to understand the situation" the rosette crossed her arms.

Completely rigid like Tsunade, Dosu saw this as his chance to disappear for awhile to complete his mission "Why trust him, he could just as easily turn on all of you don't you see that Sakura" Tsunade growled not liking that she'd been stopped from killing that little brat.

Before he could attempt to harm her family that she was very protective over to her sudden realization "Believe me Ma'am he's been warned by everyone, Dosu wouldn't get a chance to harm a single person" Haku chimed in, in a deadly serious tone of voice.

For as much as he hated killing he would kill to protect that which was now very precious to him, which was this entire family "He still has an Otogakure Hitai-ate that means he hasn't cut ties with Orochimaru yet" Shizune commented with a frown.

"That's because Minato-san has him on a six month trial based period, everyone's accepted the fact he wears a different headband until he really proves he can make it as one of us" Sakura announced with a huff.

Realizing that her argument was moot, Tsunade slumped down on the couch she'd been sitting on before practically flying off the handle "I just don't get it, you fly into a blind rage when I even try to insult Sarutobi-sensei and then handle every other situation calmly" Tsunade huffed.

"Because I don't want a screaming match to happen, Mom needs to keep nice and relaxed" the pinkette stated simply, scribbling in a familiar notebook again, Tsunade rolled her honey eyes but conceded to the point that had been made.

Quiet settled over the lot of them for the next little while until Sakura made a soft sound of frustration then with a look of determination inched her way to Tobirama "Yes" he raised a snow colored brow in question at her sudden nearness.

Only to have the notebook she held, held out to him "I'd like your opinion for the jutsu on page seven" Sakura requested in a soft tone, since she hadn't really interacted much with Tobirama so she wasn't sure if he'd be amenable or not.

His brow climbed higher at that but he did take the notebook and flip it open to the stated page "Suiton: Jet Stream huh….you created your own Water Release Jutsu and named it" Tobirama asked in honest surprise.

Sakura nodded her head lightly "Not just Water Release, but Mokuton, Futon and Raiton, but that one's still in early theory stages" the rosette admitted quietly hoping that he would have some idea on how she could get her water release to be ready for use.

Cause she was at a loss, soft red eyes narrowed "I maybe be able to help you" the alabaster haired man informed, more than a little curious, expressive jade eyes lit up in response and he realized how easy it was to make the girl happy.

As they disappeared up to the third floor "That girl sure knows how to motivate people doesn't she" Tsunade sighed massively confused, Mebuki laughed under her breath at her mother's confusion over her eldest daughter.

When the duo came back Sakura was sporting an accomplished gleam in her peridot irises "Suiton: Jet Stream is now an official jutsu" Sakura exclaimed as she retook her previous seat and there they sat for the rest of the afternoon until Dosu returned from his mission.

And then Sakura vanished to make dinner, where afterwards they all went to bed exhausted from a long day, before Tsunade knew it she was sitting in the big oval office "And good luck Tsunade-sama" Minato waved leaving her to it.

Tsunade leaned back in the high back swivel chair and stared out the window for a moment then with a determined glint flashed through hand signs "Katsuyu summon Sakura to the Hokage's office if you will" the honey eyed blonde instructed of her summons.

Katsuyu wiggled her antenna in response before disappearing in a plume of smoke to deliver the summons and five minutes after that Sakura was suddenly before her "How did you get here so fast" Tsunade blinked in confusion.

"My apparition seal, Minato-san let me mark the floor here, if you want I can remove the seal….is this about what you said before, what you wanted to talk to me about" Sakura explained, then turned serious as the woman nodded.

For a moment Tsunade was quiet trying to find the right words to make her request "Sakura as much as I love your mother, she doesn't have what's necessary, that's why I'd like to take you on as my apprentice and have you inherit everything to my name when your of age" Tsunade stated.

"What does that mean exactly Grandmother" the rosette asked feeling overwhelmed by the suddenness of the offer being made to her, yeah she was happy that Tsunade wanted to train her but she didn't understand what the woman meant by the other thing.

This earned a huff of laughter "Basically Sakura when your eighteen you stand to inherit the position of Senju Clan Matriarch, not to mention my title as Sannin, I know I'm putting a lot of expectations on your shoulders but I believe you can do it, especially with Itachi at your side" the honey eyed blonde announced.

Emerald orbs went wide with shock "Grandmother I..I don't know what to say it's all so sudden you know" Sakura admitted nervously, Tsunade nodded in understanding, having thought that the girl would be surprised.

So she sat back in her chair and waited patiently for her granddaughter to come to terms with all she was going to inherit if she accepted this offer, she knew Sakura was going to accept before Sakura, herself even knew what her answer was going to be.

As Sakura stood there shifting back and forth on her heels as she weighed her options, yes it was a lot of expectations, but it wasn't as if she hadn't already experienced high expectations of her "Did you figure out an answer" Tsunade asked.

When jade eyes glinted with sudden determination "Yes, I accept, everything, I want to get better at my medical ninjutsu, I want to be stronger and most important of all I want to protect this village for the foreseeable future no matter what" Sakura exclaimed in a strong voice.

"Good, training starts the minute your break ends understand Sakura" Tsunade informed, Sakura nodded and then she was dismissed to go off and do whatever it was she liked to do, which was pretty much stay at home with her mother until the day drew to a close and night settled over the village enticing all to rest.