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The Breaking Point

Chapter Nine

On Monday Ino went to school as usual. She walked down the hall to her locker and put her things away. She was completely silent. Not that she had anyone to talk to. She went to homeroom and sat waiting for the bell.

Later she walked to her fourth period class. She went to the back, sat down and took out her history homework. Soon after she sat down Sasuke came in. He sat down next to her and greeted her. She didn't look up but responded with a hello. "So did you straighten things out with your mom?" He asked leaning back in his seat so the chair was resting on two legs. She nodded slowly, and shook her head. He raised an eyebrow. "What does that mean?" She sighed. Still not raising her head she said, "I'm leaving in three months." His jaw dropped and so did his chair. He fell to the floor and the classroom filled with laughter. She looked down at him sadly, and then reached out to help him up. "My mom is making me move to Europe with her and there is no way out of it. We're moving in three months." "Have you told anyone else?" He asked. She shook her head. "Just you."

Next period at lunch Ino and Sasuke sat at the table with all their friends. Tenten, who was (keyword was) talking to Neji saw the blonde haired girl coming over jumped up and hugged her. "Hi Ino, I haven't seen you in forever!" Ino smiled. "Hi Tenten. Hey guys." "I-Ino chan where h-have you been? We've m-missed you a lot." Hinata said quietly. "We'll that's what I wanted to talk to you about." The whole table became silent. "I'm moving." She said. "What!? When did this happen?" Naruto shouted. "Well it happened after my dad died. My mom told me she wanted me to move back to Europe with her. There is no way I can get out of it. She's all I have left." Ino sighed and looked down. "Wh-when are you moving, Ino chan?" Hinata asked. "In three months." She replied.

For the next two months things started to get lighter. Ino was even able to smile again. She knew that even when things got bad she still had her friends.

On Monday the student council president came over the loud speaker. "Attention student body. This is your student council president, Kobayashi Toshihiro. I would like to announce that we will be holding the annual winter formal dance in the gym this Saturday. All who wish to attend must follow school dress code. Tickets are on sale starting today for the senior class only. Juniors can purchase tickets tomorrow and sophomores on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday anyone may purchase their tickets. Thank you and have a nice day." Ino looked over at Shikamaru and smiled. "I can't believe it's already December." She sighed. "So much has happened this year." He nodded then the bell rang. "See you at lunch, Ino." With that they left the classroom.

In third period Ino sat down next to Sasuke and began chatting with him. "You know, you seem happier." Sasuke observed. Ino smiled. "Well I could say the same for you." She winked at him. He turned a light shade of pink. But it wasn't visible. A few minutes after the class had started the door opened and in walked Sakura who had been out of town for a few weeks. She walked over to Kurenai and handed her a piece of paper. Then she walked back to her seat next to Hinata. "Class, please open your books to page three hundred forty four and read section two." Kurenai said writing the page and section number on the board. "Where was she the past few weeks?" Ino whispered to Sasuke. He shrugged and opened up his book. Ino stared over at the pink haired girl in confusion.

At lunch everyone was talking to Sakura. Ino came up to her. "So, where were you these past few weeks?" She asked. Everyone at the table held their breath. "I was in the next town over visiting my Grandfather. He was in the hospital." She explained. There was a huge sigh from the students at the table. "How is he now?" Ino asked. Sakura smiled. "He's fine. My mom is trying to convince him to come live with us." Ino nodded. The two girls were quiet for a moment. Then they embraced each other. "I've missed you, Sakura. It sucks not being friends with you." Ino said. "Yeah, I'm so sorry for everything." Sakura said.

After two minutes of hugging and apologizing the girls sat down with their other friends and began eating. "So who wants to go to the dance this Saturday?" Shikamaru asked. "What dance?" Sakura asked. "The winter formal dance. President Kobayashi announced it this morning." Tenten explained. Sakura's eyes lit up. "Why do you ask Shikamaru?" Ino asked. "Well, as you know Temari is a senior. She can buy us all tickets today." He explained. "That would be nice. Tell her we'll pay her back for it." Hinata said. Everyone stared at her. She blushed. "What?" "You didn't stutter." Kiba said pointing an accusing finger. She blushed more. "Naruto kun helped me with that." She said shyly. "Well congratulations Hinata." Sakura chimed. "I'll tell Temari now." Shikamaru said getting up and walking off. "Sakura!" Ino sang. "Nani?" She replied. "Do you know what this means?" Both girls smiled devilishly. "Oh boy." Choji said covering his ears and hiding under the table. "What does that mean?" Kiba asked scratching his head. "Time to go SHOPPING!!!" The girls screamed. "Well, girls will be girls." Neji said. "Ohh oh lemme come!" Tenten yelled. "I wanna look good for you Neji." She smiled at the Hyuuga boy and began talking to Ino and Sakura.

That night the girls went to the mall together. "So, Ino, who are you gonna go to the dance with?" Sakura asked. "I-I don't know. What about you?" Ino asked. "Well, I was thinking maybe I should give Lee a chance. I mean, he's really nice to me." She blushed a little. Ino smiled warmly at her friend. "Ohh, let's go in there!" Tenten spazzed. "Ok, ok, Tenten." The five girls turned and walked into a small clothing shop.

Meanwhile

Naruto, Sasuke, Neji, Shikamaru, Choji and Kiba walked into the mall. "Man, I'm starving. Let's go to the food court." Choji said. "Choji, you just ate a whole bag of chips two minutes ago." Naruto complained. Shikamaru sighed and muttered 'troublesome' under his breath. The six guys walked through the mall to the food court. "So Naruto, are you gonna ask Hinata to the dance?" Kiba asked. "Well, I don't know I really like Hinata." Neji glared at the blonde boy. Naruto looked away, scared for his life to continue. He decided to get the attention off of himself. "Hey Sasuke, who are you gonna ask to the dance?" Naruto asked smiling evilly. Sasuke glared at the boy. "C'mon guys, give him a break." Shikamaru said. "No, no I wanna hear what he has to say." Kiba butted in. Sasuke was now radiating killer intent. But Naruto and Kiba would not back down.

After five minutes of madness Sasuke finally broke down. "Fine, I was thinking of asking…" "Oh, hey guys!" Came a loud feminine voice from behind the boys. They turned to see the girls walking over with many bags in their hands. "Yes, I'm safe." Sasuke cheered in his mind. "What are you doing here?" Temari asked walking over to Shikamaru. "We were hanging out. What does it look like we're doing?" Kiba asked. "I bought everyone tickets, and I expect to be paid back." Temari said menacingly. A few of the guys shuttered. The girls laughed. Temari grabbed Shikamaru's hand and began dragging him off. "We're going to the food court. See you later." Temari shouted back to her friends. "Wait for me!" Choji screamed chasing after them. "Well, I have to go home now." Ino said. "See you guys tomorrow." She smiled and walked off. "Wow." Kiba said. "What?" Naruto asked. "It's amazing she can smile and laugh after all she's been through." He said amazed. "I know I wouldn't be able to." "Well, Ino's strong. She won't let it bring her down for long." Naruto said. Sasuke watched her walk away. He stared until she disappeared into the crowd of people. Sakura watched him stare and wished he'd look at her like that, but knew he never would. She sighed. "I'm gonna leave now too." She said. "Bye, Sakura chan." Hinata said kindly. Then the friends that still remained walked off into the mall.

End Chapter Nine

Thank you for reading. I'm not sure if I liked this chapter. But more drama is to unfold at the dance. This story is winding down. But I promise it will end ever so sweetly. And to my adoring fans I Love You!!! Ok I know I'm a drama queen. LOL ok so I hope you lied it even if I didn't.