This is not where it started. These Exams aren't the beginning of Sasuke and Sakura. But, important things aren't defined by their place in life; they are defined by their influence. This is a roller-coaster of doubt, angst, and pure romance all bundled into one incredible adventure. Grow with us. Learn with us. Join us for The Jonin Exams. [Post "The Last" *LEMONS* *SPOILERS*]

He took in a mysterious, war torn, pinkette orphan and brought her into his life as it was falling apart. No one expected the pinkette to bloom into being one of the finest kunoichi in the village. As time passed though a forgotten past was coming for a flower blooming in darkness, however some things desire to stay in the darkness, even when they do not belong in the darkness.

AU. Sasu/Saku. When her father told her she would have to marry a guy she knew nothing about, just because that was the best for their family, she knew she couldn't say no, just like she knew she wouldn't be happy. She just never imagined it to be that bad.