Naruto Fan Fiction ❯ Losing Naruto ❯ Inner conflicts ( Chapter 4 )

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]

A/N: Hello everyone! Here I am with chapter four to Losing Naruto. The story is about to move on a bit more, I realize it took a little bit to get this love story in gear. But like I said, things had to be explained. Well, enough of that boring talk…

On with the story!


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Sakura walked into her bedroom, closing the door behind her. It was already dark out, so she closed her curtains, and turned on her light. After taking her headband off, she plopped down onto her bed, not even bothering to change her clothes.

What a disaster.

Sakura sighed, going through the day’s events in her head once more, she just couldn’t help it. This had been one of the worst days of her life.

Why did it have to be Hinata? Why couldn’t it have been someone else - anyone else? I don’t understand her, the girl makes no sense.

Sakura was tired. All day she had to deal with an even louder than usual Naruto, and on top of that, a quiet, trembling Hinata who fainted 6 more times throughout the day. She was ok with healing people, but this was getting a tad bit ridiculous. Every time he looked at Hinata, she would turn bright red, stop whatever she was doing, and look away. And if he even got close, or made any physical contact whatsoever…she would faint. And who has to heal her? Me.

Sakura groaned, turning over to switch off the light. Once her small room was completely dark she closed her eyes, deciding to get to sleep early.

Tomorrow is a day off for team 7... I’ll find Hinata, and hopefully talk some sense into her. We’re not gonna get anywhere if she continues to faint and blush all day…

With those final thoughts, Sakura quickly fell into a dreamless sleep.


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Sakura woke up a few minutes before dawn, which didn’t shock her, since she had fallen asleep at around 7:30 pm. It was a good thing, since she could take her time getting ready before setting out to get Hinata. She had a plan, and was confident that whatever she said or did would be in the best interests of her team.

Once Sakura was finally finished getting ready, the sun was already up, and Konoha had began it’s morning rush of students, workers, and early shoppers. Sakura set out into the crisp morning, enjoying the cool morning air hitting her face as she made her way to the Hyuuga house. She decided to take her time, since it really was a beautiful day. She even ran into a few friends on the way, including Temari and Shikamaru, who seemed to be getting closer lately.

I wouldn’t be surprised, Sakura mused, once Shikamaru and Temari were on their way again. She’s here in Konoha so often… and I doubt her ‘representative duties’ require her to spend to much time at Shikamaru’s place. With a small laugh, Sakura watched the two leave in the direction of the tea house. After a moment, Sakura continued on her way, deciding to hurry before Hinata had the chance to leave the house.

Once she arrived, Sakura instantly spotted Hinata making her way out of the house. Looks like I made it right in time, Sakura sighed, blessing her good luck.

“Hey, Hinata!” Sakura called out, getting the attention of the young Hyuuga girl, who looked a bit shocked to see Sakura outside her house, so early in the day.

“Oh, Hello, Sakura” Hinata smiled, walking over to where Sakura was standing.

Sakura’s eyebrow twitched. So, she really only has trouble speaking when Naruto is around?

Shaking off her annoyance, Sakura walked over to Hinata, stopping once she was standing at the girl’s side.

“Hinata, would you like to get some tea with me? You know, just the two of us, kind of like a girls day out?”

Hinata smiled. “Yes, of course. I just got back from early training with Naruto, and I could use the relaxation.”

Sakura’s brow furrowed, her face quickly developed a small frown at Hinata’s words.

“You and Naruto were training together?” Sakura asked, almost in disbelief. He always asks me to train with him, why didn’t he at least ask me to join? Not that I would have said yes… But, still.

“Yes, he came very early in the morning, he actually woke up my father with his shouting,” Hinata giggled, blushing a bit. “He asked me to join him for ramen this afternoon..”

What is going on here? Sakura thought to herself, then quickly became even more confused. And why do I really care?

“And? Did you say yes?” Sakura asked, her curiosity getting the better of her. But she wouldn’t let her sudden annoyance with Hinata show. She had things to ask Hinata, and since this was related, she should know what was going on. Not like she really cared about a relationship between the two… but this crush is really making training difficult. Sakura reassured herself. Imagine a mission, with Hinata fainting all over the place. With a heavy sigh, Sakura decided to put aside all those thoughts until later.

“Well… I wanted to say yes, but training with him was difficult enough. I can’t seem to concentrate when he’s around. It’s like I’m a little girl again, when it comes to Naruto, I-I can’t… Even breathe around him. Why is that?”

Exactly what I wanna know, the guy is a complete moron Sakura thought, deciding not to question Hinata just yet.

“Well, I’m sure you’ll be fine-”

“Sakura, can I ask you something?” Hinata cut Sakura off mid-sentence, shocking the pink haired chuunin.

“Uh, sure Hinata, what is it?”

Hinata stopped walking, putting her head down. Sakura noticed, and took a few steps closer to the girl, waiting for a response. After a few moments, Hinata finally began to speak, her voice was calm - but Sakura could sense sadness and hesitation laced in her voice.

“I need you to help me, you’re the only one who can.”

Sakura was getting scared, she had never seen Hinata look so grim, at least, not while a match or fight wasn’t going on. Maybe someone is in danger? But she would have mentioned it sooner. How strange, what could she need my help with?

“Of course, what do you need, Hinata?”

Hinata breathed a sigh of relief, looking up as Sakura, her eyes showed much relief. Sakura was glad, but was also a bit worried. What on earth had she just agreed to help with?

“Sakura, I need you to help me get Naruto.”

Sakura blinked.

“Uh, what do you mean?”

Hinata blinked. And then blushed.

“Well… you see… you may not know this, but, I like Naruto-”

“Ok, Hinata, I know that. In fact, we all do. The only person who doesn’t know that, is Naruto himself. Of course, there is much Naruto doesn’t know.” Sakura shook her head. “Anyways, I meant, what do you mean by ‘help’?”

Hinata sighed, cursing how obvious she’s been. But thanking her luck that Naruto hadn’t caught on. “Well, you know Naruto better than most of us, and he respects you so much-”

“I don’t know about that…” Sakura mumbled under her breath.

“But it’s true Sakura! Today, all he talked about was how strong you’re getting, and how funny you are, and… Well, you get the picture.” Hinata frowned, lowering her head again.

Sakura’s brows furrowed in thought. Naruto… Talked about me? The whole time? Sakura didn’t know why at the time, but it made her a bit happy. She instantly felt guilty, noticing that Hinata didn’t share the same feeling of happiness.

Hinata took a deep breath, raising her head to look Sakura in the eyes expectantly. Sakura frowned, a few moments of silence passed between the two. Finally, Hinata broke the silence.

“So, you will help me then? I really do care deeply for him, and if you could just-”

“Just what do expect me to do about this crush of yours?” After a moment, Sakura quickly brought her hand to her mouth, appalled at her small outburst. Where in the hell did that come from? She instantly felt even more guilty when she noticed Hinata’s hurt expression.

Now I’ve really done it, what’s wrong with me?

You know, It’s none of your business how they feel for each other Sakura! Naruto is your friend, and Hinata is your friend, BE SUPPORTIVE!

But he doesn’t even like her, the idiot still likes me.

That’s what she needs your help with, moron.

Why should I help, so they can drool over each other instead of a one-sided faint fest?

If it helps the team, yes!

To hell with the team!

Hinata watched with increasing curiosity and interest as Sakura seemed to be waging an inner war with herself. Sakura wasn’t even paying attention to the Hyuuga girl, she was two wrapped up in the argument with her conscience.

But that’s what this is about, right? You gotta make the team more productive. If Hinata and Naruto got together, this who fainting thing would stop, and they would probably work well together.

…..

…..

…..?

Ahhh…that’s what bothering you isn’t it? Them going well together.

No it isn’t.

Yes it is, you’re-

NO WAY!

Deciding not to think on it any further, Sakura finally spoke up. “Um, what I meant was, I mean... it’s just…”

YOU’RE JEALOUS!

“Argh!!” Sakura yelled in exasperation.

Hinata jumped in the air a few inches, caught completely off guard. Sakura was attracting a few strange looks from passerby’s. Unfortunately - or fortunately - Sakura thought, nobody but her knew of the inner conflict going on within her head.

Sakura sighed, calming herself before continuing.

“Ok Hinata, I think we should just get tea, and we can then lay everything out on the table. That sound good?

Hinata smiled. Sakura noticed the relief pouring through the girl, no doubt glad that her head was still attached to her body.

“Yes, sounds good Sakura. Thanks.”

“No problem” Sakura grunted, mentally exhausted.

Just what am I getting myself into? And what’s going on in my head?



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A/N: Another chapter, finished! I’m so proud of me! Notice that Sakura is starting to realize a few things, hehe. Don’t worry, it‘s not all that rushed, since it’s just the first domino to tip over, so to speak.

It might seem to be moving fast to some people, but like I said this isn’t gonna be a very long story. At least, I don’t think it is. But my mind is always changing, and as of right now I’m having fun writing this fic! So who knows?

Next chapter coming soon!