They were called to help Amegakure vanquish ronin. As part of the mission, Naruto and Sakura infiltrate the "ninja school" and are forced to room together, providing situations both would rather avoid. Even as many people become suspects for progressive murders, Naruto and Sakura grow closer and closer before the rogue group of ninja move in to attack. Not AU/M for future chapters.

HS fic. Naruto, fighter and playboy has pushed his friends away. Sakura hates him...in the beginning. What dark secret is Naruto hiding, and who is this transfer student staying with him and what secrets does she hold? NaruSaku GaaraOCC

Naruto fought in the war between grass and leaf two years ago, in the midst of battle he lost control and ultimately lost his will of fire. Shedding his responsibilities out of fear. After two years he's being reminded that he can't just run away...