Im back! ;P with chapter two. Not much to say other than I hope you like this chapter :)

Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto or It's characters, that right goes to Masashi Kishimoto. All I own is my story ^_^

Happy Reading! ~Ren

~* I cant let go

broken yet holding on, to you to us, this love is too strong, for me to let go.

broken yet holding on...~* ~Broken yet holding on by Roni Tran

Chapter 2: Help NOT Wanted

SAKURA KNEW THIS WAS A BAD IDEA. Not only was she able to hear about Ino's love life but Temari, Tenten, and even Hinata's too! (Although she didn't say much) while she just sat there and listened soaking up in the hot springs and allowing the herbs wafting in the air to relax her. (Yes, before she could escape, Ino had dragged her here) Sakura was somewhat used to it by now though and could sometimes tune them out, nod and smile to what they say on autopilot.

She thought it was just going to be her and Ino today. And it was like that at first until the others showed up. Other times she wouldn't have minded and actually enjoyed their company because they were also her friends but she wanted to be alone with her 'best friend'. Sakura inwardly sighed, moved to the edge putting he chin on her folded arms. She was moping and she knew it, she felt bad for it but she couldn't help how she felt.

Ino noticed her mood as Temari talked about how lazy Shikamaru was, but at the same time was cute and decided to switch topics. "Hey guys! how about we go out or something since were all together like this" She knew Sakura was missing Sasuke and couldn't help feeling the way she was and them bloating about their good going relationship in front of her wasn't helping matters. Temari and Tenten seemed oblivious by it though, Hinata watched Sakura carefully most likely aware of it.

"That sounds great" piped Tenten.

"Im down" Smirked Temari

"I-im sure Naruto wouldn't mind..." Said Hinata

Everyone's eyes turned to Sakura.

Sakura, always the cautious one, realized the girls were quiet- that and it felt like someone was watching her. Turning around she found she was right. The confusion must have shown on her face because Ino said "We thought it'd be a good idea to do something fun later on tonight. Like a girls night..." Now this was a topic Sakura was completely okay with. "Oh! right sure. I'd love to go" She agreed, a genuine smile graced her lips. Everyone else smiled as well and then began discussing the upcoming event.

Sakura looked at herself in the mirror. She wore a curve hugging strapless red dress that gave her the little cleavage she had advantage with matching short heels. Ino had suggested (or rather demanded) she wore this dress. Although she had no clue why, its not like she was trying to impress anyone. They were just going out to eat and drink a bit, she didn't want to over do it. Nonetheless, she went with it anyways and put her long hair in a ponytail leaving out a few strands.

'Not half bad...' She thought to herself and carefully left her house to step over the gifts admirers put in front of her door so she wouldn't fall and break her neck. She didn't need a hospital bill from her own hospital.

"And then" Ino laughed, talking about Naruto's antics years ago. "He preformed the Sexy Jutsu and it blew Sensei out the water!" she laughed more, her face flushed. "I swear that kid had skills!" The rest of the girls laughed as well as Ino downed her sake.

'This girl has no boundaries when it comes to alcohol' Sakura sweat dropped.

So far she was enjoying herself, they were reminiscing about old times and things they have been experiencing. They even asked her how her mental hospital was going. "Great! the kids love it much more of hospital for the people that went into shock because of the war or genetics, disability and all, it was traumatizing" Sakura explained and ate a piece of her steak. They nodded in agreement. "I'm actually supposed to go to Suna tomorrow to discuss matters related to the hospital which is why I had a day off today"

"Sakura you are aware of that man ogling you right? He literally has heart in his eyes" Tenten said pointing to the man behind Sakura.

Oh she was more than aware. She noticed him staring at her when she walked in. He was nice looking and all but not who she wanted. She had a feeling this is why Ino may had told her to dress the way she had; To attract herself to men more than her presence already was.

She didn't even look and calmly sipped her tea. (She couldn't drink, not with a mission tomorrow)

"I'm aware" She deadpanned.

"You should go talk to him!" Temari encouraged.

Attitude level- 15%

"Yeah! he might be worth the while" Tenten agreed.

25%

"I mean...I guess it wouldn't be a bad thing to talk to him" said Ino hoping to get her friend's mind off a certain man who might not be coming home anytime soon.

"No ...guys, really I'm okay..." Sakura brushed it off.

"Doesn't seem like it, you've been moping around since Sasuke left" Tenten argued. Sakura's attitude was rising.

70%

"Yeah, its not good for your health you know..."

85%

She was a medical ninja she knew all about what was good for her health and what wasn't.

"Your 19, its about time you explored your options instead of waiting on something that might not really work..".

Attitude level- 100%

"ENOUGH ALREADY!" Sakura yelled and stood up, attracting eyes of people nearby. They immediately shut their mouths and Hinata jumped a little in her seat. "I know your coming from good intentions but I'm not ready to give up on him, he'll come back when he's ready, and ill wait for him. I'm young I don't need to date right this instant. Thanks for trying to help but I don't need your help, not on this" and with that she put some money on the table to cover her portion and left.

She wasn't really mad over the fact that they were trying to help her, but more so of the fact that she was frustrated. They were trying to set her up with other men like he hasn't been in love with one for her entire life, telling her to give up and get over him when she's been pining for him since she was a genin. Like this was just a mere crush.

They didn't understand and was being inconsiderate, that's what upset her the most.

Author's Note: Oh sakura...are you sure about that? She's so sad it breaks my heart :( Sasuke you baka T.T making a girl wait when she's been waiting majority of her life. Honestly if it was me it would have been a good riddance! but in sakura's case, loving him so long she cant just let go that easily. Especially when he gave her some very confusing and vague hope that there might be a 'them'

Notice the song Broken yet holding on. I might put lyrics at the beginning of certain chapters if a song I know goes with it. look it up on YouTube its really nice I believe! and something Sakura can really relate to. That being said i hope you liked this! Review Review Review! ^.~ I love hearing what you think! =)

Sharingan blossoms- Thanks love! I really appreciate it! I hope this story is meeting up with your expectations :D and your my first reviewer on here so as an reward *Gives you a cookie* You can have a cookie c: because everyone loves cookies xD Thanks for your feedback! and I hope you enjoyed this chapter :)

That being said guys, even though I have more chapters I can type for this story, I actually need to do make one for my other story Forbidden Feelings. Check it out if you want! Ill update soon :) Sayonnara! ~Ren