For the first time in a very long time no one from Team 7 was late for the mission this morning. It was too important to them all. Tsunade had given them as much time as they needed for the unofficial mission, and they vowed to themselves that they would not fail. For the second time Team 7 was on the hunt for one of their own, and this time they would not fail.
"I'll take lead." Kakashi told them after he summoned his pack. "We will start where we encountered Sakura and give the dogs a chance to pick up her trail."
"Can't we just get going already." Naruto grumbled.
"We don't know what we will find or who she may be with." Kakashi ignored the blonde. "Remember the mission is to secure Sakura; I won't accept any risks to her safety."
"Fine." Sasuke nodded. He knew the last part had been directed at him and the message was clear. He was not to let his vengeance harm her.
Receiving confirmation that his orders would be followed Kakashi leapt into the trees. Sasuke took up the rear. Kakashi did not know it but during his long sleepless night Sasuke had already reached a decision.
He would bring Sakura safely home. Itachi had fed Sakura his sob story and of course she had bought it hook, line, and sinker. It would have been against her nature not to. He had resolved himself to the fact that despite that he still wanted her home. But that did not mean he could not accomplish both of his goals. If she was with Itachi he would have his vengeance as well. Somehow, he would just ensure that she was not harmed, at least physically, in the process.
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Shades of Grey
AdventureNaruto is about to be banished from the Leaf when Sakura decides to take matters into her own hands. She takes his place and discovers that life is not as black and white as she had once believed. (Currently editing)
