Four years and four months later, Sakura turned five, and seeing as how she was big enough now, Tobirama gifted Sakura with all fifty of the personal kimono's he had created for her to Sakura on her birthday as he was the last one to hand out his gift.

"Thanks Tobi-kun I love them" Sakura chattered on happily like always she got depressed here and there but a visit from Zetsu, Kakuzu or even Shikaku cheered her right up and the whole thing was forgotten, Tobirama coughed nervously.

"It was nothing, I just wanted you to know that even though your body may be of a child's your still the Sakura we've all known since the beginning" Tobirama explained the reasoning behind his gift and smiled smugly when Hashirama sulked at his side.

Sakura's cherubic cheeks turned a rosy hue and she turned her head to the side in embarrassment, it was just wrong having a reaction like that in the form she was currently stuck in, "Let's eat cake" Sakura demanded suddenly to get everyone's attention off of her and on to something else.

With that the cake was devoured by the guests which had been enlarged to fit Hiruzen and Kagami in recent years, Sakura just adored the two like nothing else, but knew that she wouldn't get to see them life their lives as they should, how she wanted to.

Ushinawareta had come to her the year before in a dream and spoke of the future and how since the time line had changed so much that the time in which important events had happened had also changed, but Sakura hadn't told anyone yet not wanting to hurt them anymore than she had to.

Only some odd years left here and then she'd be closer to getting back home, Sakura waved everyone off as the party ended "Going to go try on one of the new kimono" she snatched one from the pile and disappeared down the hall missing the amused expressions on Izuna and Madara's faces.

Sakura twirled in front of the floor length mirror that had been forged just for her use and lifted the edge of her kimono up to reveal her brand new boots, her entire ensemble was purple, Sakura wasn't sure if it was just an affect to being exposed to Ino or what but that was now her favorite color.

'It would probably piss Ino off so much' Sakura giggled to herself and fully immersing herself in her thoughts, she was no longer afraid to do so having gotten all that crying off her chest those years ago, because heaven had known she had needed it.

Sakura left the bathroom and padded down the halls of her home "Izuna, I'm going to the flower field" she called sliding open the front door and then stepping out into the evening sun closing the door behind her, Izuna would probably come find her later.

"Mind if I come with you Sakura" Kagami jumped down next to the pinkette not surprised that Sakura remained unfazed by his abrupt appearance, Sakura tilted her head back before nodding "Would you like me to carry you" he asked when they started walking to the compound gates.

Thinking about Kagami's request for a moment, Sakura relented "If you would please" she nodded and the now fifteen year old boy lifted her into his arms, the trip to the field went by much faster after that and soon Kagami was setting her on her feet again.

Squealing in delight to keep up appearances, Sakura dashed head long into the tall flowers and spun humming an old lullaby, a moment later she caught Kagami listening closely so decided to actually sing the words instead of hum.

"Time fades away, we wait for the day.
For the day when you come back home again.

We're standing here, no more crying, no more fear.

On the lane where cherry blossoms bloom.

You were always there when a friend needed care.

Just one smile and you could cure their pain.

Because of you, we could always make it through.

The love you gave erased all of our gloom.

So now here we are.

But no matter how far.

Away you go we'll always be with you,

Sakura sakura.

As these cherry blossoms bloom.

Even they realize that one day a goodbye will have to come.

So farewell my friend.

But this is not the end.

Please stay the same until I see you again.

Forget the past, make this moment last.

And speak only words we truly feel.

Wish you the best, may your future be blessed.

And all of your dreams become real.

Moments pass us by.

As we try not to cry.

Wherever you go never forget me.

Sakura sakura.

As these cherry blossoms fall.

They dream silently of next spring when rebirth will come to all.

Don't you cry now, my friend.

For this is not the end.

Keep up that smile until I see you again.

Sakura sakura.

As these cherry blossoms dance.

Blown in all directions by the wind, their fate is left to chance.

So farewell, next time, my friend.

Let's meet right here again.

Or maybe we'll meet somewhere like blossoms in the wind."

Sakura finished her first song in years and looked to Kagami, his eyes were wide but there was a sad

understanding in his onyx eyes "When are you leaving us" he correctly deduced and Sakura sat down next to the fifteen year old.

"Probably a few years, don't tell anyone, it would just make them all miserable" Sakura sighed out and leaned back into the tall grass, this was one of the only places that truly calmed her down, plus singing just further relaxed her.

Kagami glanced at his young companion "So how long have you been able to sing like that and will you sing another song" he asked sheepishly, honestly if Sakura said no then he wouldn't force the issue Kagami was sure Sakura would sing again sometime.

"Oh ever since the last time, I discovered I had a latent talent for it, and sure I don't mind singing, helps me calm down a lot" Sakura chattered on "Anything specific you want to hear" she asked leaning her head to the side to peer at Kagami.

Kagami thought for a few minutes then glanced at the clear sky "I want to hear a song about rain, I heard you can use water jutsu do you think you can make it rain for a little while at least" he requested shyly and Sakura's brow raised into her hairline.

Sakura nodded a moment later "Sure, but I'll need your help, I can't form the rain clouds needed on my own so you'll have to contribute by lending me some of your chakra" she explained and Kagami stared at her in surprise.

"I didn't realize" Kagami lowered his head "I'll lend you some" he admitted, and Sakura started forming hand signs, his eyes memorized the seals, bird, rat, ox, monkey, rat, snake she finished before pushing her chakra into the air to gather above their heads.

Sakura's eyes snapped over to the Uchiha at her side "Place your hands underneath mine and gather your chakra, I'll do the rest" she instructed taking only as much chakra as she needed until it finally began to rain.

It was just a light drizzle that only covered a certain distance but it was enough to satisfy Kagami, Sakura clasped her hands together and closed her eyes feeling the light pitter patter of rain against her skin and started to sing her second song.

"Listen, listen
Listen, listen
Listen, listen
Listen, listen

Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)
Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)

Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)
Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)

Listen to each drop of rain
(Listen, listen)
Whispering secrets in vain
(Listen listen)
Frantically searching for someone to hear
Their story before they hit ground

Please don't let go
Can't we stay for awhile?
It's just too hard to say goodbye
Listen to the rain

Listen, listen, listen to the rain
Weeping

Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)
Listen, listen
(Listen, listen)

I stand alone in the storm
Suddenly sweet words take hold
"Hurry" they say, "For you haven't much time
Open your eyes to the love around you"

"You may feel you're alone
But I'm here still with you
You can do what you dream
Just remember to listen to the rain"

Listen
Listen
Listen
"

Sakura concluded her second song and removed the jutsu "We should go back now Kagami-san" she brushed her purple kimono off and let Kagami take her into his arms to start heading back to the Leaf Village and by extension the Uchiha compound.

"Was coming out to look for you" Izuna slid open the front door to his home when Kagami and Sakura showed up "Here I'll take her" he held out his arms and Sakura was quickly transferred to them "You look tired" Izuna stated as a fact.

Sakura yawned "Ahh, Kagami-san heard me sing and you know what happens I usually have to sing more" she giggled before closing her eyes to rest, she was tired after all since she had used up so much chakra just to create the rain Kagami had requested.

Izuna smiled and set Sakura in her bed, he was glad she didn't mind being held, and headed in the opposite direction to have dinner made to his specifications, once Izuna was finished, he went back to the sitting room and sat on the couch to read.

A few hours later Sakura sat up with a yawn and spotted the maid just coming in with a tray of food "Izuna, is that our dinner" she questioned settling her emerald eyes on the man, Izuna nodded and patted the spot next to him that was all set up.

"Yes, I figured you would appreciate having sushi tonight" Izuna grinned, he would never forget how much Sakura loved raw fish, it had been the most bizarre thing he and Madara had seen but Sakura though had just simply devoured over half of it before they could even try it.

Sakura's cheeks turned red knowing exactly what Izuna was thinking about and that particular incident "It wasn't my fault you guys were hesitant to try sushi" she puffed out her cheeks but sat next to Izuna like he had indicated a moment earlier.

Shaking his head Izuna merely made a plate for Sakura then got one for himself "How were we supposed to know if it was any good" Izuna pointed out and the little pinkette lightly rolled her eyes in exasperation but there was a fond smile on her lips betraying her innermost thoughts.

"Ah now Izuna, let's not waste food" Sakura scolded lightly and held out her plate expectantly Izuna filled it up for her and she dug in, "May I sing a song for you from my time Izuna" Sakura asked suddenly when dinner had been finished off.

Izuna glanced down before nodding curious to see how much the songs differed from time to time plus he always loved to hear Sakura sing since she was so good at it after all "Sure go ahead" Izuna smiled and Sakura leaned forward.

"Striking out?
Well count me in.
I'm gonna stand right by your side through thick or thin.
Ain't no doubt.
Gonna win.
A walk through hell ain't bad compared to where we've been.

Oh you can depend on me.
Over and over... over and over.
Know that I intend to be.
The one who who always makes you laugh until you cry.
And you can call on me until the day you die.

Years may come and go.
Here's one thing I know.
All my life.
You're a friend of mine.

That argument.
I can't forget.
We fought so hard I don't think I've recovered yet.
The girls we knew.
Who thought you were cool.
I never introduced my favorite ones to you.

Oh you can depend on me.
Over and over... over and over.
Know that I intend to be.
The one who who always makes you laugh until you cry.
And you can call on me until the day you die.

Years may come and go.
Here's one thing I know.
All my life.
You're a friend of mine.

Oh you can depend on me.
Over and over... over and over.
Know that I intend to be.
The one who who always makes you laugh until you cry.
And you can call on me until the day you die.

Years may come and go.
Here's one thing I know.
All my life.
You're a friend of mine.

Oh you can depend on me.
I'll be fine.
Cause you're a friend of mine.
Yeeaah.
I'll be fine.
Cause you're a friend of mine."

Izuna tilted his head to peer at the now five year old pinkette "You know Sakura, besides all of us you have to be one of the most talented shinobi, I've ever met, why is that" he asked as they headed down the hall to her room for bed.

"It's so I'm not caught off guard, you never know when someone is going to pop up and try to steal something from you" Sakura answered and slipped into her long sleeping yukata "Night Izuna" she yawned and crawled onto her futon.

Chuckling softly Izuna pressed a kiss to her forehead "Good night Sakura sleep tight don't let the bed bugs bite" he murmured back, Izuna waited until her breathing evened out before heading to bed himself to get some rest for whatever tomorrow brought him.