New story thing at the bottom...Also, does anyone remember what day it is today...?

Chapter FOUR

While curious, Hashirama did not comment on the strange occurrence, probably to be dubbed 'The incident of the falling leaves' after the story spread.

For that, Madara was grateful. With a mental note to throttle his younger brother, he proceeded with the meeting as though nothing strange had occurred.

Their talks continued without much interference. Even Sakura sat still, not fidgeting too much, probably too caught up on the feeling of hope that had began to swarm the air.

Finally, Madara and Hashirama stood up, happiness radiating from them. Hashimara was smiling widely, and while Madara had only a small smirk present on his face, his eyes reflected all the emotions he was feeling. The two of them signed a scroll with their blood, then turned to each other and shook hands.

Sakura got to her feet too, smiling widely. Izuna quickly followed, ruffling her hair.

"Now that this had been dealt with, we must address the issue around new housing." Madara said, eyeing Hashirama. "You mentioned a patch of land..."

Hashirama nodded enthusiastically. "I did. We came across a wide patch of land that seems very suitable for us to build a new home for both our clans. However," He fought to contain his excitement. "For now, we should both return to our respective clans and share the good news."

Madara nodded. "We will send over a messenger soon to inform you of future plans and meetings." He said. "We can arrange a date to inspect our possible future home."

"The war is over?" Sakura asked.

Izuna nodded, eyes soft.

"I can go out again?" She pressed quietly.

Izuna nodded again. "You can. Infact, I'll take you out myself."

Sakura grinned.
Madara watched the scene from the corner of his eye, gaze soft.

Hashirama nodded happily. "Well, it's been a long day."

The Senju took note of his unworded order and began preparing to leave. Tobirama positioned himself beside his brother, eyeing the Uchiha warily.

While a treaty had been established, it understandable that trusting an enemy you had spent years fight wasn't not something that could be done easily.

Izuna clearly felt the same way, for he often shot Tobirama looks.

"Izuna." Madara's voice cut the younger Uchiha off from his glaring contest.

"Yes, brother?" Izuna asked respectfully, aware that they were still in the company of the Senju. Madara inwardly snorted. Why couldn't he remember this fact before?

"We are leaving. Keep an eye on Sakura." Madara nodded at his sister then straightened. The Uchiha members respectfully nodded their heads.

"Well then, I look forward to hearing from you." Hashirama said.

"Likewise." Madara made a gesture with his hand and the Uchiha began moving into the trees.

Izuna tried to tug Sakura along, but she remained rooted stubbornly in her spot. Izuna followed her gaze, which landed on the Senju brother.

Hashirama felt the look boring into the back of his head and turned around, wondering if this had something to do with the scare Tobirama had given her.

"Are you okay?" She asked, and it took Tobirama a moment to realize that she was talking to him. He nodded stiffly, remembering the unseen force that had thrown him off and into a tree.

Sakura hummed. "Okay, then." She offered the Senju head a smile, his brother a wary wave, then finally allowed Izuna to lead her into the trees.

While Madara reported the happenings of the treaty meeting to the Council, Izuna led Skura to the main house. Sakura felt a familiar tug as she stepped through the doors. Izuna wordlessly led her through the house.

"We kept your room clean." He said quietly.

"Okay." Sakura's feet began to walk a familiar course towards her room, which had been located in between Madara and Izuna's rooms. Before the war, their rooms had been ordered according to age, but now that there were only three of them, they had moved across the corridor to the other side.

The rooms of their dead siblings hadn't been touched.

Sakura moved the door to her room to the side, blinking in the familiar scene. It was a distinct Uchiha room, covered in their clan crest, the uchiwa fan, but Sakura instantly recognized it.

She slowly stepped in but Izuna did not follow, instead choosing to hover uncertainly at the door. He watched wordlessly as Sakura ran a hand over her desk. Finally, she turned around, a small smile on her face. "Do you think Nii-sama will be done for the day?"

Izuna glanced out the window located in Sakura's room. He eyed the sun briefly, then shrugged. "I guess?" He said. "We're planning to eat together today."

Sakura's smile widened. She skipped towards the door and after closing her door, dragged Izuna back towards the living room.

Madara sent a team of Uchiha shinobi over to the Senju camp with a scroll, suggesting a possible date for a proper meeting. THey returned a day later with a Senju messenger and Madara announced later that day that a team of Uchiha Shinobi and a team of Senju shinobi would go out to explore the land Hashirama had first offered.

Of course, Sakura insisted on going.

She could be as stubborn as any prideful Uchiha, and that was very stubborn. And she had those eyes. The eyes that made you feel like you killed a puppy if you denied.

Of course, Madara flowed like a deck of cards.

The two teams put together by the clans met up at the outer walls of the Senju camp. Stiff greetings were shared and Tobirama did a mental facepalm when Hashirama stormed into the ranks of the Uchiha shinobi, grinning. Said clan members shuffled away uncertainly.

Sakura smiled at the sight of the happy clan head and skipped up to him. "Hello, Hashirama-sama!"

"Hi, Sakura-chan." Hashirama, still smiling, ruffled the girl's hair. "You seem happy today. You're coming with us?"

Sakura nodded. "Yup!"

"Kura-chan." Izuna caught up to her. He offered the Senju head a small bow then turned to Sakura. "You heard Madara. He won't slow down if you get tired."

Sakura brought herself up to full height. "I won't." She said firmly.

Izuna sighed. "But that doesn't mean the people having to chance after you won't." He said.

"Then Nii-sama can leave them behind." Sakura said stubbornly.

Izuna threw his hands up into the air. "Yes, yes." He patted Sakura's shoulder. "Stick close to me, okay?"

Sakura nodded.

NEW STORIES:

The Core (Sakura x Akatsuki/Sakura x Multi):

The Akatsuki are an Elite Police Authority group stationed in a city where the lives people are influenced by the predictions of a Supercomputer. The predictions had never been wrong ever since Version Sakura had been released. However, when the computer shuts down one day for no reason, they come across the horrifying truth and the Akatsuki must confront their twisted government.

Those who walk the Realms of the dead (Sakura x Multi):

The Haruno clan are known for their unique relationship with the dead. To them, hearing whispers, seeing the ghosts wandering the planes and having their bodies taken over by spirits are common occurrences. However, once in a hundred years, the 'Reaper Child' is born. The chosen of this century, Sakura can walk the land of the dead at will, the limit to her powers unknown.

Also, Happy Birthday to us! We're sixteen now!

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