My College Life (a NaruHina AU fanfic)

Prologue

          I slowly turn my head so I can see my whole room, one last time. I sigh, as I recall every memory this room had shared with me for the past 18 years. I have been in this four corners of my room since I was born, and it somehow makes my heart prickle, knowing that I will be leaving this sanctuary very soon.

          I am still taken deep in my thoughts, when I suddenly heard a soft knock on the door. It opened and revealed my middle aged mother. She got a gentle smile on her once, stern face.

          "Done already?" She said, referring to my now fully loaded, pink traveling and back pack, laying down on the edge of my bed. I look at her and smiled back, "I guess? Yeah." I answered.

          She walk towards me and hold my hands with those she owns, "be careful out there, okey?" My mom said, looking up to me. I remove my hands on her gasps to wrap my arms around her shoulders and back. She did the same and rest her head in my chest. "I promise I will, Mom. Promise me you'll also take care of your self here. okey?" I said, patting her head. She nods, then we part, breaking the warm hug that I will miss for quite some time.

          My Mom help me carry one of my bag and lead me out. I look inside my room one last time, sigh, and slowly close the door.  I followed my Mother down the stairs and to our living room.

          My Dad is there, so does my younger sister, Hanabi. They are both waiting for me and Mom while standing in front of our home. "Take care, big sis!" Hanabi said, she slap my right shoulder before hugging me goodbye. I turn my  attention to my Father, who's silently looking down on me. "Bye, Dad." I said, a little sad. He then reach his arms to hug me. We stood there silently for a moment. Mom and Hanabi join in and we held each other for more than five minutes.

          "Take care, my Princess. Give me a call whenever you need me." My Dad finally speak. He smiled at me and I return the warm gesture after. He then  helped me pack my luggage at the back of my car.

          We say our goodbyes for the hundredth time, then, I step into the gas to drive out of our garage and into the road.

          I drove around a corner, not too far from my home and pick up my best friend, Sakura. She's going to the same university as me, and we will be sharing the same dorm flat for the rest of our college life.

          As soon as I stop the car in front of their house, she immerse out of the door. Her Mom is following her, helping her carry some stuffs she'll be bringing with us.

          "Good morning, Hinata! Ready for college?" Sakura said, grinning from ear to ear.

          I open the trunk for her, so she could also stuck her bags at the back of my car. "Yes I am!" I replied, smiling.

          I turn to face her Mom, who just arrived beside my automobile. "Good morning, Mrs. Haruno" I greet her, giving a peck to her soft, aged cheek. "Great morning, Hinata. Thank you for picking up Sakura". She greeted back, thanking me for driving her daughter with me.

          After Sakura and her Mom bid their goodbyes, I drift my car back to the main road and drive towards Wistletone, the city where we decided to take up college. Its a six hour drive away from where we spent or childhood, and it is well known for being the 'dream city' for everyone back in the countryside.

          We're now driving along the long bridge above the sea, the wind gently touching our skins through the car's open windows. The song 'fix you' by 'coldplay' is playing on the radio, giving us a warm feeling. I can hear Sakura sigh from time to time.

          Suddenly, Sakura snap out of day dreaming and turn her head to look at me. "So, can we play a little pop quiz about our selves?" She asked, giddy. I roll my eyes before I answer "As if I had a choice beside agreeing" I said, chuckling. She slap my leg and pout like a kid "Meany!" She sigh. I laughed, "Okey, okay. Bring it on" I said, making my pink-haired best friend smile again.

          She pull out a small notepad and a pen out of her purse, "Okey, I'll ask a question, and we both need to answer it. Deal?" She exclaimed happily. I nod as an answer, while focusing on road.

          We reach the end of the bridge before Sakura started her little game.

          "What's your favourite food?" She asked.

          "Ramen." I answered briefly.

          "I knew it. Me, too! Okey, Next. What do you want to do on a friday night?"

         I think for a bit, "Sleep."

          She groans "What? Boring. I want to party!" She said. We both laughed and she continues her game.

          "Next. What do you want to achieve beside passing this semester?"

          "I really don't know." I turn the steering wheel, still focusing on the road. "Gain friends, at least?" I answered, hesitantly.

          "I want to have a boyfriend!" She said, touching her face and squealing a little.

          I rolled my eyes again. "Sakura, really?" I said, unbelievably surprised by her carefree dream.

          She turn to me and point her pen to my face "Hinata, it's Wistletone!" She exclaimed. "There are a lot of hot guys living around that city. College life is sure going to be difficult. So, I think we should at least find someone who'll make us happy while cramming for our GPA's, right?" She exclaimed, full of determination.

          I just shake my head and smile. She's so carefree and simple minded. But, that's all the reason why I love her.

          She continue asking me lame questions as we move forward. Suddenly, my back and shoulders feel a little tired. I look at the time on the radio, it's almost four hours since we left our hometown. I decided to pull the car out of the road and drive down towards a little diner along the way. Sakura and I both grab some lunch and rest for a while, then continue our journey heading towards Wistletone.

          Sakura keeps talking and I keep answering her with a nod or a smile. She never get tired of chatting, and I am very thankful for that. If not, this whole drive will make me bored or sleepy.

          Two more hours of driving and we were now so amazed by the dazzling cityscape of Wistletone. We can see lots of tall buildings and fancy shops everywhere. Also, a lot of people are walking along the pathways beside the road, and it makes the city's aura very welcoming.

          "This city sure is big and amazing!" Sakura exclaimed while looking around thru the car's windshield. "I can't wait until we hit the mall!" she continued.

          "We should be busy studying rather than wondering around, Sakura", I said, lightly lecturing my best friend.

          She scowl "Hinata, you're no fun! We have plenty of time for that. We should at least enjoy our youth here in Wistletone!" She pouted. She turn her head to me and hold my arm. "Besides, rumor says there are a lot of hot guys around the city! I might find my future boyfriend soon!", she said, very exited. I just sigh and nod. She's hopeless.

          I focus back on the road until we reached Thorston College. I drive down the parking lot and place my car in one of the empty slots around the place.

          We step out of my car. Sakura squeal while jumping up and down, "Im so exited! Welcome me, college life!" She said cheerfully, spreading her arms dramatically.

          While my best friend is taking her bags out of my car's trunk, I silently look around the almost empty parking lot. It was poorly litted, and too quiet, giving it a little chilly atmosphere.

          Sakura excitedly carried her bags toward the elevator, forgetting that I am still taking my own luggage out of the trunk. Then, Sakura disappears after I lock my car. Fantastic, she left me alone in this eerie parking lot.

          I sigh heavily. This is the start of a new chapter in my life, and I hope I can wish I can survive.