Sakura enrolled in medical school in August. She is now seating in her favorite class with her favorite teacher. She seats in the front of the class like a good student, at least until class ends. She hears a soft buzz from her phone. She knew it was Ino. She have been begging to hang out. She ignores the message and continues to take notes.

Five months have gone by since their graduation in May. Sasuke was in the states for the academy, Hinata was in law school overseas, and Naruto was getting his MBA. Her friends were doing great, but she missed them terribly. She starts to count down the days to Naruto's 22nd birthday on Saturday. She is excited, because she reached out to Sasuke and Hinata to come home. She heard back from Sasuke, but not Hinata. Apparently, she have been busy with research and working part time for a firm. So, no guarantee she would even show up.

Class finally ended and she checked her messages. It was Ino texting about Naruto's party this weekend. So far, they have a head count of roughly fifty people. Who knew he would know so many people. She calls Ino to discuss.

"Hey, did you get the club?" She hears shuffling.

"Yes, I got it. Also, for a good deal too. Guess who I got to come?" Sakura had no idea who or even what Ino is planning. "Okay, heffa you taking to long. I got Gaara to come out of the heat." Sakura squeals.

"Really? Oh my god. That is awesome. Naruto would be thrilled. You rock." Ino giggles.

"I know, I know. I am good at what I do. Actually, I am awesome at what I do. Now, I got to finish planning. I have only two days to get this done. Love ya. Bye." Sakura grins.

"Love you too, Ino. Bye." Sakura was smiling from ear to ear. She just couldn't wait to see Naruto's face. She thought of his goofy smile before she felt a tap on her shoulder. Speaking of her rambunctious friend.

"Hey, Sakura. What are you smiling so hard about?" He stood smiling down at her. "Is it about my surprise party?" She shook her head.

"Naruto, what are you talking about? There is no party." He arches an eyebrow before pulling out his phone and opening his email.

"Well, I got an email from you on it. Not much of a surprise, if you send it to the guest of honor." Sakura hit her forehead.

"Crap. It was supposed to be a surprise. Just act surprised, okay." He smirks.

"Oh...I will try." The two starts to walk towards an nearby coffee shop. "So, have you spoke to Sasuke?" She smiles as they walk in and waves for their usual at the barista. The two took a seat in their usual corner.

"Yes, he is doing great. He is always busy, but great." He nods. "You?"

"Yeah, he is doing some type of gun training. He is enjoying it. He stays busy, but we talk maybe once a week. I am actually planning on going there next month. You should come with." She pulled her phone to check her schedule and sighs.

"I can't, I got exams all throughout next month. Maybe next time." He nods. The barista brought over their coffees. He starts to turn his cup some. "How are you and Nami?" She knows things have gotten even worse since Sasuke and Hinata left. She thought once Hinata left, things would have improved, but she was wrong. She's surprise they are still together.

"Oh..umm..okay. Well, I am actually over the situation and her. My love for her is slowly fading. I mean, last year was an eye opener. Now, I want out. She continues to lie and cheat. I feel like a fool." She touches his hand.

"You are not an fool. Maybe an idiot, but no fool. Break up with her. She isn't worth your time." He smirks.

"You're right about breaking up with her. I am not an idiot. Anyways, Umm.. have you heard from Hinata?" She stares at him. He continues to look down at his glass. The last day she was here, he wasn't available. Then when she left for her flight, he didn't even show up. He felt really bad. He was only being a good boyfriend.

"She has been really busy. The last time I spoke to her was about two to three weeks ago. You?" He shook his head.

"I haven't reached out to her, yet." Sakura stared in shock.

"What? Naruto, she is our friend. Talk to her. Say something." He clenched the glass.

"I know. It's just makes Nami insecure. I can't do that. I won't." Sakura sighs.

"Okay. I get it, but you did explain that there is nothing there between you and Hinata. You two are just friends." He nods.

"I did. I did. Just Nami doesn't believe me. So, I am showing her." She stares at the sadness on his face. His usual twinkle has been gone for months.

"Okay. Well, maybe this party will get your mind off of things." He smirks.

"I really hope so." He looks outside of the window to the clouds.

oooooooooooooooo

Ino and Sakura, were putting together their finishing touches on the party. Today was the big day and they had eight hours left. Sakura was putting up the decorations, when her phone rings. She looked at the caller ID to see an unknown number. She wasn't sure who would be calling her from an unknown number, so she let it go to voicemail. The door opens and a familar voice came booming through the building.

"You can't answer your phone when I call, babe." She grins and drops the decorations. Running towards him for a big hug.

"Ekkkk.. Sasuke." He smirks and hugs her.

"I am assuming you missed me." She pushes him.

"Of course, I did." She attempts to kiss him but turns to the side. She looks at him for a moment, before watching his eyes on another person. 'What the hell?' A young woman walks up and takes hold of Sasuke's arm. 'Motherfucker.'

"Sakura, this is Tiffany. Tiffany, this is my friend, Sakura." Tiffany smiles and stuck her hand out to shake. 'Friend?'

"Nice to ...meet you." She glares at Sasuke. 'This asshole.' Sasuke arched an eye brow and smirk. "Do you two work together?" Tiffany shook her head no. Sakura was extremely annoyed by this. He had the nerve to bring another woman to their best friend's birthday party. "Well, okay." Tiffany excuses herself to the ladies room to powder her nose. Sakura turned back to him.

"What, Sakura?" He crosses his arms across his chest. Sakura pushed him towards the back of the building.

"You asshole. You just met this chickenhead.You bring her to our best friend's party. Are you kidding me?" He glares at her and rolls his eyes.

"Actually, Tiffany tutors me in English. So, when I offered to bring her here, she was thrilled. She isn't some slut on the street. Besides, you and I, aren't together. So, get over yourself." He leans in closer to her and whispers in her ear. "At least I know you still want me." He smirks and walks away. She wanted to cut him. He frustrates her. She waited on him in hopes of reconciling. That was out of the question now. He doesn't even care about her. She like a fool waited, even after being told to move on by friends. She cleans herself up and walks back in to finish the party set up.

Throughout the whole set up, Tiffany wasvery helpful. She was a huge help actually and Sakura got over any issues she had with her. She doesn't even know her to have any. It sucks, because Sasuke is going to ruin her. She's not going to warn her either. 'Though, should I warn her? Nope.'

ooooooooooooooooooo

It was finally time for the man of honor to show up. She sent Sasuke out to get him. She is sure he was thrilled to see him. She checks her time. 'Almost time.' Everyone was hidden and waiting. The doors opened to the club. 'Right on time, Sasuke.' Everyone pops out yelling surprise. Naruto nearly jumped out his skin.

"Whoa! That was a surprise." He goes to hug Sakura. "Thank you." She smiles. Naruto makes his rounds. The music was booming and there were people on the floor dancing. It was a pretty good turn out. That fifty people turned into over hundred, easily. Gaara and his family walks in and Sakura approaches them.

"Oh god, you are here. Thank you. He is over there." Gaara nods walking up to Naruto. She watches as the two interacted. She watches Naruto's expression throughout the night. He was thrilled, but no twinkle in his eyes. She sighs.

"It's almost like he lost something." Sakura nods. Naruto was down after Sasuke and Hinata left. He missed them terribly. She frowns. She was unable to reach Hinata. No response or anything. Sakura turns to Sasuke.

"Yes. He has. I don't know how to fix it." Sasuke sighs. He didn't think she could.

"Just relax. I got you an drink." She looks up at him. "Everything will work out fine. I mean he is already having a blast on the dance floor. Go figure, he would be a great dancer." Sakura stares at the scene of Naruto dancing in the middle of Ino, Tenten and Temari. Once that song ended, he was surrounding by another group of girls. "He will survive. Plus, his eyes are twinkling a little." Sakura stared. 'They were.'

The two were approached by a smiling Naruto.

"Oh man, I am exhausted. Are you two going to dance?" Sakura shook her head. Sasuke turned the other way. "Well, Sakura let's dance." He pulls her on the floor to dance to Trey Songz, Bottoms up ft. Nicki Minaj. Sakura and Naruto went out into the crowd. Females were grinding on guys and other girls.

"Ayyee... bottoms up, bottoms up." Naruto sung as he danced to the beat. Sakura laughed. She was having a blast dancing. Naruto danced circles around her. "Come on Sakura, move."

"Naruto, you know I can't dance well." He continues to dance around her.

Back with Sasuke..

"Heyyy Sas. I missed you so much." He rolls his eyes at Nami.

"It's Sasuke, remember." She nods. "You showed up? For a little while, I thought you would never come. Naruto would be happy to see you." She smiles.

"I would never miss my baby's birthday party." He hummed and looks back out at the dance floor. "He is having fun with Sakura. Do you not have a problem with them dancing together?" Sasuke looks at her with an arched eyebrow.

"No. They are just dancing. Hell, Naruto is dancing around her. Not much of dancing together. I mean it's Sakura, she see no interest in him. " She looks back at Sasuke with another smile.

"I am just pointing out what I see. She is lonely and beautiful. Naruto, is handsome and a male. Why wouldn't she? You not here." He continues to watch as Naruto and Sakura interlock their fingers together and dancing facing each other. He looks at Naruto and see the same twinkle. No change. He is enjoying himself, but there is something missing or someone. Nami was still talking and he missed everything she said.

"Nami, if you feel insecure based off your own personal actions towards my friend, so be it. Don't make it out as if he did or doing something wrong." He brushes her off and walks away. She was left pouting. Sasuke doesn't like Nami. He did when Naruto first met her, but after she announced to Naruto about cheating; he was done. He doesn't respect her nor did he want to hear anything she had to say.

He walks around the party, until he saw someone familiar. Someone he knew would change the life in his friend. She stood on the far wall in a corner. She was wearing a shirt that crossed up in the back and exposed her belly and a long maxi shirt with two splits. She was dressing almost like Ino here. That's ridiculous. Her long locks were out and curled. She looked hot. She swayed her hips to the beat and sung the song playing. He was wondering why is she hiding. He approaches her and their eyes locked. She starts to run, but he grabbed her. She looks at him and smiles, but it doesn't reach her eyes. 'She feels the same way as he does.'

"Hinata."

ooooooooooooooooooooooo

It's been a while, but here you go.