sakura haruno · naruto · crush to lovers · shy · tsundere · romance · confession · ninja · emotional · pink hair
**Why is the heart so difficult to understand...** The last great battle is over, its echoes fading into a fragile peace. Sasuke has chosen a lonely road of atonement, turning his back on Konoha. **When will I see him again?** Sakura stands alone in the quiet village square, the weight of his absence a constant ache in her chest. What began as a simple crush has deepened into something that fills every quiet moment. She tries to convince herself it's just the distance, that her feelings will fade once he's back... right?