Survival of the Fittest
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Sakura smiled sadly as she watched Sasuke walk away. It seems so ironic that she always fell for
guys that were unattainable. Especially the dark and handsome ones.
She watched as he melted into the shadows. Longing filled her heart as she stared sorrowfully at the spot
where he last stood. Desiring his sensuous touch, his lips, the feel of his masculine body pressed against
her. To truly understand what it means to be in love. (shudder...nasty thoughts...lol)
Sasuke was like a puzzle, totally unpredictable. He was shrouded in darkness, and mystery. His emotions
were guarded by impregnable steel walls, that veiled his true inner self. He was a puzzle that Sakura had
wanted to crack, to understand.
The gentle summer breeze swirled around her, calling out to her. Telling her that it was time
to let go. She had a life to live and didn't need to fawn over a man that would never return her love.
Crushes don't last forever. Or do they?
She sighed as she brushed a strand of her long pink hair out of her face. Why do I feel so cold inside? Like
as if I've been shunned by everyone I care about? Like as if my whole world is crashing down...
She raised her eyes as stared at the beautiful starry night. Everything seemed so calm and perfect, almost
surreal. The moonlight had cast it's luminously glow upon the face of the earth. The lakes glistened like
newly polished diamonds, and the leaves rustled softly as the wind sang it's mournful song. A broken song
just like Sakura's heart.
"I Wish, I Wish I could discover my true soul mate," she murmured faintly with hope in her eyes, lifting her
head towards the heavens. Right on cue a shooting star flared across the night sky, it's molten tail blazed
brighter then the sun. It seemed almost magical.
Sakura looked away ashamed, she wasn't a child anymore. "There's no such thing as magic," she
muttered to herself, mentally pounding her head furiously. It was time she grew up.
She looked down at her feet, trying to envision her future with Sasuke. She couldn't do it, it just didn't seem
right. Sakura's head snapped back in shock as she realized the true reason she had been chasing Sasuke
all these years. A frightful, disgusting eight-lettered word that had ruined her life...JEALOUSY
That can't be it. It's impossible. Why....why...would I do something so mean? I've rid myself of my only friend,
my best friend, over a guy that I didn't like? The idea was so absurd and preposterous that Sakura dismissed
it instantly. However, somewhere in the back of her mind she was uncertain.
Subconsciously Sakura knew that it was the truth. Every since they were kids, Ino had it all. She was popular, had
lots of friends and was strong. Ino always bested her at everything they did. She was always the best, and as a
friend Sakura had to deal with it most of her childhood. She often had mixed emotions over them. Was it possible
to be jealous and proud of someone at the same time? Well eventually jealousy won and reduced Sakura and Ino
to nothing more then rivals. Their friendship had died over a boy, and boy that Sakura had never wanted.
Sakura slowly turned her back to the mystic dreamscape that surrounded her. Reality was harsh, and she didn't
know what she preferred, living her life on a lie, or discovering her true destiny. She could convince herself that
she was satisfied with her life, and that everything was perfect. However if you looked closely into her eyes, you'll
notice the sadness that's been etched into it.
Slowly and steadily she began trudging back towards the cabin bracing herself for the scolding that was bond to
come. Ninjas especially genii aren't allowed to wonder off on their own, without informing their teammates or
instructors.
She clasped her hand tightly against the icy cold knob. Watching as her breath fog of the air, she hesitated
momentarily before flinging open the door.
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Sakura stood nervously at the doorway, as she regarded her friend's eyes nervously. Had they waited all this
time for me to return? She had the grace to look ashamed when she noticed all the untouched food that
was lying on the table.
"Where were you Sakura-chan?" demanded Naruto as he stared at plate in front of him hungrily. "I'm starving!"
Sakura sweat dropped in relief, for once she was glad about Naruto's stupid and naive nature. "I was taking
a walk," she began. Noticing that Naruto's concentration was focused on shoving plate after plate of food
into his mouth.
Hinata was watching Naruto with a dreamy look on her face. Naruto was just perfect, his spiky blonde hair
and innocent nature had captured her heart. She stared at him for quite some time before noticing that her
fork kept on missing her mouth.
"Naruto-san?" whispered Hinata softly as she glazed at him with loving eyes. Her hands were clasped together
as if trying to hold her guts in. "I have something to tell you." she confessed nervously.
Naruto faced her with his mouth stuffed with food. "Muffgrr," he muttered before swallowing. "What?"
"Naruto-san, I...I....l...lo..v...ve..." stuttered Hinata as she stared at Naruto straight in the eyes. Shivering
with anticipation and fear. What would she do if he rejected her? She couldn't live without him...they were made
for each other...
"RAMEN NOODLES!" yelped Naruto as he spotted a delicious steaming cut lying unattended near the end of the table.
He instantly leapt towards it, as if it was a moment of life and death. As soon as his hands clasped around his precious
Ramen he held it protectively as he finished it off in a gulp.
He sighed and patted his stomach in content, "Finally I'm full," he announced proudly. Naruto turned towards the
ashen-faced Hinata whose eyes filled with disappointment and sadness. "What were you going to sad?" he questioned
casually, while offering Hinata some of his leftover candy.
Hinata's eyes instantly brightened. Maybe there would still be hope for them in the future. "Thank you Naruto-san,' she
murmured quietly as she slipped her hand onto his and took the candy. For that tiny moment, their hands were clasped
together. Holding each others as if they were meant to be, protectively and lovingly. A spark of love.
Her eyes widened momentarily and filled with emotion. Naruto was staring at her awkwardly almost like as if he was
in a trance. Hinata's cheeks flushed with color as she squirmed uncomfortably under Naruto's powerful glance.
"Hinata? Naruto? Are you guys okay?" asked Ino, who couldn't help but look concerned. She snapped her fingers in
front of their faces, trying to get their attention.
Naruto was the first to snap out of the trance, and shook his head in confusion. He didn't understand the feelings
that he'd just experienced about Hinata. He loved Sakura, they were after all meant for each other.
"Now that's everyone's right in the head," announced Hokage glaring specifically at Naruto who blushed lightly. "I
have some exciting news to tell you."
Everyone moved closer, and surround Hokage who looked a bit nervous at their sudden interest. However he continued,
"I've decided that after all your hard work this past year, I've decided that you genii deserve a vacation."
"A Vacation...." they all muttered silently, waiting for the thought to register into their brains.
Author's Note: What would their reactions be? Who is Sakura's soul mate? Would Naruto fall head over heals for Hinata?
Or would he still have a crush on Sakura? Who would Sasuke end up with? What about Ino? Read and Find Out!
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