WHAT A GIRL WANTS (Modern AU SasuSaku )

Chapter Eight

(Author's POV)

Naruto found himself ensnared in a tempestuous tempest, his heart a battleground where conflicting emotions clashed with unyielding force.

"Sakura... Hinata... What do I do?" he whispered, his voice barely more than a breath, as if the mere utterance of their names would unravel the delicate balance within him.

Amidst this turmoil, Sasuke's parting words echoed in his mind, leaving behind threads of unease and uncertainty in Naruto's thoughts.

"Sometimes the heart leads us in unexpected directions... What does that even mean?" Naruto pondered, his eyes searching the horizon for answers that seemed as elusive as the wind before he carefully read Hinata's letter.

"Dear Naruto,

I hope this letter finds you well. You might be surprised to receive a letter from me, as we haven't had many chances to interact. I've admired you from a distance for a long time, and it's taken me a lot of courage to write this. You see, your energy and spirit have always inspired me. From our time at high school, I've watched you grow into a remarkable person.

You may not know this, but I've always been one of those people who watched from the shadows. I've seen you interact with your friends, especially with Sakura. Your friendship with her has always been something I admired from afar. Your determination, your willingness to help others, and your unwavering belief in your dreams have fascinated me.

I often found myself wondering what it would be like to stand by your side, to support you in your journey. Your infectious laughter and your bright smile always made my day, even if I was too shy to approach you.

Naruto, I'm not asking you to choose me. I just wanted you to know how I feel. I just want you to know that I care about you deeply.

Being with you, even as friends, has brought me so much happiness. Your smile can light up the darkest of days, and your laughter is infectious. When I see you laughed, I couldn't help but smiling too.

I understand if this is unexpected or if it makes you uncomfortable. I don't want to pressure you or disrupt your life. I simply wanted to be honest about my feelings and let you know that my heart has a special place for you.

Whatever your choice may be, Naruto, I'll always be here for you, supporting you in all your endeavors. Your happiness is what matters most to me, even if it means just being friends.

With heartfelt sincerity,

Hinata."

Naruto's attention shifted to Hinata's heartfelt letter, its words reflecting her feelings and presenting a map of choices before him. These decisions, he realized, could shape his high school experience in unexpected ways.

"This is going to be complicated," Naruto admitted with a sigh, feeling the weight of his decisions. The gravity pressed on him, like a persistent challenge, influencing the course of his high school journey.

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Naruto Uzumaki was known for his loud and boisterous personality. He was the class clown, the prankster, and the one who always had a grin on his face. He had a crush on Sakura Haruno, the most popular girl in school, and he couldn't imagine being interested in anyone else.

On the other side of the spectrum was Hinata Hyuga, a quiet and reserved girl who always seemed to fade into the background. She admired Naruto from afar but never had the courage to approach him. She had a gentle and caring nature, often helping her friends without seeking recognition.