Consider this as taking a break from "Shino's Birthday!". I've just gotten over a massive writer's block I had with chapter 5, and I'm almost half-way finished with it. Expect it sometime before Friday.

As for this, I wrote it for a contest SapphireWhiteTigress is holding for a Lee/Sakura forum, and I hope all you Lee/Sakura supporters like it! Its my first story told in the first person POV, so if you guys have any tips, let me know! If you're wondering, it is a multi-chapter, but its more of a collection of one-shots that revolve around a central idea. THERE'S A DIFFERENCE. You'll see.

ONCE AGAIN... I don't own Naruto. Masashi Kishimoto AKA God does.

Rock Lee's Guide to Wooing Haruno Sakura

Knowing Where to Start

Ever since that fateful day in which I encountered the radiating beauty of a goddess that is Haruno Sakura, it is now one of my many goals in life to gain her affections! Although we have established a comfortable, friendly relationship, I still haven't abandoned my attempts in asking her out. Unfortunately for me, her response is always the same: "Sorry, Lee. I consider you as a friend, but nothing more. You're just not what I'm looking for in a guy." What do I need to change? Am I not kind enough, or do I not train enough? Eventually, the pain of rejection sunk in; and, for a time, I gave up and strived for a simple friendship with her. After all, a friendship is better than no relationship at all.

But my unrequited love continues to inhabit every fragment of my being, and, with a strengthened resolve, I have decided to make it my personal mission to obtain the girl of my dreams! However, as with any type of mission, one must know where to start. And I have no idea what aspects of my life I must change in order to woo the likes of Haruno Sakura! So, after some careful self-deliberation, I decided I must seek advice! But, from the likes of whom? Then, I remembered Uzumaki Naruto and his constant declarations concerning his complete knowledge of the inner-workings of a girl's mind.

Naturally, I sought Naruto and requested his wisdom!

Running at full speed, I finally discovered Naruto dining at Ichiraku Ramen. Ordering a meal for myself as well, I took a seat next to him and interrogated him.

"Naruto! I must ask… what must I change about myself in order for Sakura to accept a date with me?" He looked up from his ramen and stared hard at me, as if trying to detect my shortcomings.

"Well, Fuzzy-brows," he began, raising his chopsticks at me. "I hate to break it to ya, but one thing that probably bothers Sakura more than ANYTHING would be your image."

I blinked. My image? What was wrong with my image?

Undaunted, he resumed his lecture. "I really don't want it to be me that has to say it, but…" for a moment, he seemed to be searching for the right words. "You know, Fuzzy-brows, I'm just gonna tell it like it is. You know those caterpillar brows you have?" I cringed, shooting him a slight glare. "Yeah… girls are turned off by them."

I was left in awe. So, that was it? That's the only reason why Sakura won't accept a date with me? I felt slightly depressed. "So," I started, lacking my usual luster. "That's all that Sakura cares about, really?"

Naruto gasped, and he shook his chopsticks at me, intending to scold me. "No! Of course not! It's just that… well, although girls mostly care about personality; image is a HUGE factor! If you simply plucked off those eyebrows, I'm sure she'd give it some more consideration. But don't worry about it too much, Fuzzy-brows!" He consoled, slapping me hard on the back. "I'm sure it won't hurt that bad!"

"Sorry, Naruto. I'm not going to pluck them off. Surely Sakura can look past them…" Even I didn't sound completely sure of myself. Naruto responded with a skeptic look.

"You sure, Fuzzy-brows? I'll be there for moral support, if you want!" He flashed the Nice Guy Pose I had indirectly taught him not too long ago. I grinned, despite myself. I paid for my meal and headed for the exit, not noticing Naruto's concerned expression.

"I'm sure, Naruto. But thank you, anyways!" I called out, feeling worse than I ever have been in a long time.

I had the most awkward dream last night! Maybe I had taken that conversation with Naruto yesterday a bit too seriously. See, in my dream, I still resided in my bed, but then Naruto suddenly appeared in front of me! Apparently, I wasn't quite awake in my dream, as I didn't pay him much attention and almost nodded off again. The last thing I remember was a gentle pressure somewhere near my forehead and a searing pain in my left eyebrow. Some dream!

After showering and dressing, I re-entered the bathroom to brush my teeth. I stopped dead in my tracks when I noticed something very off about my visage. It couldn't be! I rubbed my eyes, maybe I wasn't seeing clearly. Nevertheless, I was seeing perfectly clearly, and my eyes weren't deceiving me.

I lacked a left eyebrow.

So, it wasn't a dream, after all! Somehow, Naruto managed to sneak into my room and had attempted to wax off a portion of my eyebrow. Obviously, his attempt had failed, as I was missing an entire eyebrow.

I considered hunting out and murdering Naruto. But I couldn't do that, as his actions were fueled by good intention!

But, I could convince Neji, as I'm sure he wouldn't mind after the recent incident in the Chuunin exams. However, I had no time to contemplate the best method of efficiently annihilating one of my good friends; I needed to remedy this if I were to show my face in public! I glanced around my room, looking for anything that would assist me in my dilemma. Finding nothing, I plopped myself on my bed and stared at the ceiling. After a few minutes of reflection, I realized I had not yet inspected the drawers in my nightstand! Thoroughly searching them, I held up a thick, black marker.

I couldn't believe it was coming down to this, and I sighed reluctantly. Though, I had to admit, it was better than nothing.

I think it's safe to say that I've been at the receiving end of disgusted, horrified, and downright perplexed stares today. However, I am very grateful we didn't have team practice or a mission today. I can already imagine Tenten's insane laughter and Neji's pitiful glances. I really don't want to imagine Gai-sensei's reaction… it would most likely be similar to pure astonishment, like mine. It would have been a most interesting day, to say the least.

But, I am even more grateful that Sakura, my beloved, has yet to see me in this most unaccommodating predicament! As I'm sure I would lose any chance I might have had with her! She cannot see me like this! I must -

"Oh, hi Lee!" An all-too familiar voice cried out. "You seem upset, is something wrong?"

Oh no…! I have two options: I can run, or I can be humiliated by the love of my life! Having no time to decide, she ran up to me, completely unaware of my hastily colored-in left eyebrow. I couldn't summon the courage to answer her question, and my only response was a blank expression.

"Lee, why are you -" her eyes widened and she raised a hand to her mouth. "Um, Lee… d-do you know that -"

"I'm missing an eyebrow?" I replied sullenly, not making eye contact. "Yes… it's a long story not worth telling…" If I felt horrible yesterday, then words couldn't begin to describe how I feel today!

She took in a deep breath. "Just tell me what happened, Lee."

I was shocked. She isn't going to completely and thoroughly reject me and destroy our friendship? I could have jumped for joy, but I must remain composed, as the battle hasn't been won, yet! "Well… to make a long story short, Naruto thought it would benefit me if my eyebrows were… less noticeable. So, as I slept, he tried to wax part of them, but he accidentally ripped off the whole thing…" I attempted a laugh and I scratched the back of my head shyly. "Rather ironic, huh…?"

Sakura looked hopping mad. In such situations, I knew to back away slowly. "Naruto!" she hissed, tightly clenching her fists. "Don't worry, Lee, I'll take care of him for you!"

I couldn't believe it. She's taking my side? Unable to resist, I laughed. She sure knew how to surprise me! Another reason for me to continue pursuing her! "Well, actually, I was going to enlist Neji to do my evil bidding, but, today, you seem like you could do worse!"

Sakura grinned. "Never question a girl's wrath!" She gave him a cheery look, and continued. "Well, okay, maybe Neji and I can have a two-against-one. You could sell tickets!"

I shook my head in amusement. "Now, there's an idea! We could have the entire village buying!"

"Of course we would! Honestly, Lee. You need to think practical!" It looked as though she was going to head back, but then she whipped around and asked, "Anyways, do you want to get something to eat? I'm starving!"

Any feelings of remorse or depression I once felt soon withered away. This was turning out to be a great day! "Of course I would, Sakura!" Soon, we embarked on a journey to find the nearest place to eat. Whenever someone would send me a strange look, Sakura would respond with making a face, causing us to erupt in fits of laughter. I couldn't have asked for a greater day!

So, there it is! Chapter 1! Any constructive criticism, compliments, ANYTHING. Much appreciated.

Although I'm pretty sure I want it to be a Multi-chapter, what do you guys think? And I'm open to ANY suggestions, as well.

If I have a next chapter (which I most likely will), it will concern... well, I don't know yet. It'll either be about "The Sasuke Factor" or the other half of Lee's 'image'. One of the two!