I left the apartment around four so I could go out and buy last-minute clothing for my date later tonight with Sasuke.

I walked into the department store and walked into the women's clothing section. I was walking by all the racks, anxious about what to wear to my first date with Sasuke.

What am I supposed to wear?! Is it like a fancy date? Casual date? Should I even bother looking nice or just wear the same clothes as usual? Ahhh I'm panicking!!!

I began to bite on my nails as I walked by each rack of clothing.

Where do I even start!?

"Naruko...?"

I jumped at the sound of the voice and turned around to see who was calling me. The sight of that person's pink hair made my heart stop and my eyes widen.

"S...Sakura..."

She gave me a weak smile and then looked at the ground in shame. "Hey Naruko...it's been a while..."

I looked away from her in sorrow. "It has..."

The atmosphere between us was so uncomfortable it almost unbreathable. I had to break the tension somehow, so I decided to speak, but when I tried, we ended up speaking at the same time.

"Um, you can go first," I said awkwardly.

She nodded her head as she took a deep breath. "Naruko...I'm sorry for everything I've done...I know what I did was unforgivable, and you have all the right to hate. If I were you, I would also hate me...But I just wanted to let you know I was sorry, even if you don't believe me."

Her words seemed sincere, but I knew I couldn't trust her as I did before.

"Sakura, what you did was truly unforgivable. You betrayed my trust, lied to me and Sasuke, and destroyed my relationship. I can't even trust you anymore. But...I still care for you. You were my best friend at one point, and seeing you hurt makes me sad yet also relieved because you're getting what you deserve...but if I'm being honest I miss my friend..."

She began to tear up, but she quickly wiped her eyes to hide the evidence of her tears.

"I know we can never be friends like before, but if it's okay with you, I would like to start off as acquaintances," I said with a small smile.

The tears she was trying to hide began to overflow and run down her face. "Naruko...I'm so sorry...I don't deserve your kindness..." she said between each cry.

I placed my arms around her to comfort her. "It's okay...but my forgiveness comes with a price."

She looked up at me as she breathed in heavily, trying to breathe after all her tears.

"I need you to help me pick an outfit for tonight."

"An outfit?"

"Mhm, I'm going out with Sasuke tonight and I need help with figuring out what to wear."

She gave me a sorrow-filled looked as she nodded her head. "I'll help you..."

"You sure? I don't want another problem like before."

She nodded her head while she wiped her tears away. "I'm sure. I won't do the same mistake twice."

She grabbed ahold of my hand and began to walk me through the aisles. "Don't worry, I'll make you so pretty, Sasuke's heart will stop," she said with a smile.

I looked at her smile, and for the first time, I saw what seemed like a genuine smile. I then nodded back happily as we walked together.

I hope one day we'll be friends again...

***

I was back at my apartment, sitting on the bathroom toilet as Sakura did my hair and makeup.

"Naruko, I swear if you don't stop moving you're going to come out looking like a whole ass clown!" She yelled angrily as I moved back from fear of the eyeliner poking my eye.

"But it's scary!"

"Yeah well, beauty is pain, so stop moving so I can finish! It's almost seven!"

I sighed as I tried to stay still.

It was quiet for a while until she began to speak.

"You know...You're really pretty Naruko," she said as she applied the eyeliner.

"Thanks..."

I heard her do a sad sigh as he finished applying the makeup.

"Naruko, you're a gorgeous person inside and out, and my jealousy blinded me to that fact...I always wondered why Sasuke was so in love with you, and now I understand...I'm sorry Naruko, I truly am..." she said wholeheartedly.

I felt my heart tremble and my eyes begin to water.

"Naruko, don't cry or you'll ruin your makeup!" She yelled as she fanned my eyes.

"I'm trying~" I wined while trying to suck in my tears.

She then began to laugh, leaving me with a smile as I saw her happy state.

Whether she's pretending or not, I've missed this...

***

"Wow...I did an awesome job," she said as she looked at me from the front door.

"That's cuz I had your help!"

I had changed into my outfit for the night, and I was nervous to meet him. My heart was pounding and my hands were getting sweaty from the thought of going out with him.

"Relax, you'll be fine, Naruko," she said as she took my hands in hers.

"You think so?"

"Yeah." She then looked at the clock on my wall and looked back at me with a sad smile. "I should get going. If Sasuke sees me here...he'll probably kill me..."

I looked at the ground in guilt. "I'm sorry..."

She quickly shook her head. "No! Don't be sorry, this was all my fault. Just have fun on your date, okay?"

"I will."

She smiled at me one last time and then left my apartment.

Ughhh I feel even more nervous with Sakura gone!

I began to pace around my apartment as I looked at the clock on the wall.

He should be here in five minutes, but I'm so scared! Ahhh this is ridiculous! It's not like this is the first time we've been out together, but it's so nerve-wracking cuz we haven't been alone together in over a month!

Suddenly, a knock was heard from my door, causing me to stop my thoughts and direct my attention to the sound.

He's here...!

I began to walk up to the door slowly, shaking with each step.

Calm down Naruko...

I reached for the doorknob and opened the door, allowing only half of my face to be shown through the small crack in the door.

"Naruko, open the door," he said as he crossed his arms.

I sighed and opened the door completely, revealing my look and allowing me to see his dressed up beauty.

He was gorgeous, enough to make my heart stop and my cheeks burn red. Everything about him was perfect. I couldn't take my eyes off him.

"You're staring..." he said bashfully as he looked away in embarrassment.

I smiled happily as I walked out and closed the door behind me. "How can I not stare? You're too gorgeous to not look at."

His ears flushed a bright red as his face continued to stare at the ground. "Shut up..."

I bent down in front of him to look at his face. I grabbed ahold of his cheeks and kissed his lips happily. "You're so cute~"

He covered his mouth with the back of his hand and quickly turned away before his face got any redder.

"Let's go..." he whispered while he grabbing my hand.

As we entertained our fingers, nothing could feel anymore perfect. We were finally fortunately together.