My name's Naruto Uzumaki, and I'm going to be Hokage one day, Dattebayo! Thank you for helping me out, Sakura-chan! I owe, ya! How about I treat you to ramen after school tomorrow? You can meet Teuchi! He's owns Ichiraku's Ramen Shop! Best place in Konoha! The only shop that doesn't hate me.."

He made a fast recovery. Which stunned her. She didn't question it, but she was just happy he was alright.

Sakura gave a big grin. "I'd love to Naruto-san! Is it alright if I bring my other friend, Ino-chan? She's also in the same class as us. I think you two might get along "

Naruto nodded eagerly

"I'll see you tomorrow, Ja ne!"

Saku-chan was making her way back home when someone grabbed her shoulder and spun her around

"Hey, kid. The Yamanaka main branch, went to the Uchiha police force, because they are missing a pink haired child, I think this photo looks like you?

All Sakura could see was swirling red eyes, tomoes, and inky curly black hair

"Who-?"

"Name's Shisui Uchiha, and you got a lot worried people searching for you, pinkie, let me escort you back to the Yamanaka compound."

Inoichi, Noriko, and Ino were all waiting at the entrance and in unison, they thanked Shisui bowing. The Uchiha didn't stay. He body-flickered into the night.

First, Ino burst into tears sobbing. She clung onto Sakura in desperation.

"Sakura-chan, please don't ever leave me alone again!"

Then, Noriko's turn. She just gave Sakura a kiss on the forehead and said she was glad she was safe and sound.

Finally, Inoichi..

He said, he was proud she helped a friend in need, but to be more careful next time and try to be considerate of Ino and Noriko's feelings.

That wasn't the reactions she was expecting. She thought they would be furious with her, but they cried for her, and were just concerned. She stared at the three Yamanaka's with wide eyes. The voice inside her was right..They could he trusted

The next day:

As promised, Naruto held up on the end of his bargain. He was waiting at Ichiraku ramen after classes ended.

"Oi, Hey, Sakura-chan and Ino-chan!" The whiskered blonde waved to get their attention

Sakura didn't tell Ino where she was taking her after school. She said it was a surprise.

"Oh, no..Sakura..You didn't..Please tell me we're not eating lunch with HIM! He's an idiot, a loser, all he does is get into trouble and does pranks."

"I'm sorry, Ino-chan, but he promised me to treat us to lunch after school for helping. Come on, we're already here." This time Sakura was pulling Ino along.

"Hi, Naruto-san!" Sakura greeted. Ino grumbled and they both sat down next to him.

"Come on, Sakura-chan, we're friends now! You can call me Naruto or even Naruto-kun." A light blush dusted across his face.

"Alright, Naruto. What do recommend on the menu?"

"Miso chasu pork ramen! "Teuchi, two bowls for my new friends, it's on me!"

Ino snapped "I'm not your friend, I'm here for Sakura-chan."

Teuchi, heartily laughed. He loved getting new customers "They're on the house, Naruto!"

"Itadakimasu!" The three said. Naruto on his fifth bowl, Sakura and Ino on their first bowl.

After Ino and Sakura they parted ways with Naruto they went to the Flower shop to help out.

Sakura tracked her way to the back room to grab some more pansies and azaleas, while Ino manned the front counter.

The flowers and plants were talking to her again, just like they do in mama's garden ever since she was little. They were talking about things that didn't make any sense..A massacre, a fox, a snake in the grass, and an invasion.

" I don't understand..What are you talking about-?"

Sakura jumped out of fear. It was just Ino.

"Sakura..? Who are you talking to?" Ino had come in the back room after Sakura had taken too long.

"No one..Ino-chan.." She averted her eyes to the ground.

"Sakura, you know you can tell me anything. I'm your best friend.."

Trust her.

Sakura took a deep breathe.

"Ino, ever since I was younger, flowers and plants have been speaking to me. If I concentrate enough, I can do this."

She closed her eyes and a raised her hands. Sprouts from ungrown seeds slowly began to grow.

"Sakura-chan, that's amazing, but I don't think anyone else in Konoha can do what you just did, not since the Shodaime era."

"I know..and I think we should keep it a secret. Just between you and me. Pinkie promise?"

They linked fingers and the promise was sealed for a life time.