Sakura sat on her bed, her fists clenched tightly in her lap as she replayed the frustrating encounter with the mysterious man, Shoi.
Her teeth ground together as her anger simmered beneath the surface.
No matter what tactic she used, he refused to give her even the smallest piece of information about himself.
How could he be so impossible to read? She thought, her chakra flaring in agitation.
The bed beneath her creaked, groaning under the pressure of her rising emotions. Before she could spiral further, a faint movement outside the window caught her attention.
There, leaning casually against the frame, stood a familiar figure—Ino, her long blonde hair pulled back in a high ponytail, dressed in tight-fitting clothes that highlighted her confident demeanor.
"What are you doing here, Ino?" Sakura demanded, her voice sharper than intended.
Ino raised an eyebrow, clearly unbothered by Sakura's tone. "Well, I could ask you the same. You're practically radiating frustration. What's going on?"
Sakura sighed, running a hand through her pink hair as she gestured for Ino to come inside. "It's about this guy... Shoi.. there is something about him and he is also connected to hyuga clan."
"Hyuga?" Ino repeated, her curiosity piqued. She stepped inside and perched on the edge of Sakura's bed. "What's so special about this guy?"
Sakura's expression darkened, her brows furrowing. "That's the problem. The first time I met him, I sensed something—his chakra. It was pure, like nothing I've ever encountered before. But the second time... nothing. It was like he vanished, like he had no chakra at all."
Ino crossed her arms, considering. "And why exactly are you so focused on this Shoi guy? Hyuga clan connections aside, there's gotta be more to it if it's got you this worked up."
Sakura hesitated for a moment before speaking, her voice lower. "I think... I think his chakra might be the key to bringing Sasuke out of his coma."
Ino's eyes widened, the weight of Sakura's words sinking in. "You mean—"
"After the Great Ninja War," Sakura cut in, her tone tight, "Sasuke fell into that coma. Even with all my medical knowledge, I couldn't bring him back. But Shoi... there's something about him. If I could just figure out how to harness his chakra, maybe, just maybe, I can bring Sasuke back."
Ino frowned. "But he's connected to the Hyuga clan, right? You can't just—"
"I know!" Sakura interrupted, her frustration bubbling over again. "I can't just kidnap him! The Hyuga clan would be on me in seconds.
And besides, I have no idea what he is or what he's capable of. But I have to find a way. I have to save Sasuke."
Ino leaned back, her expression thoughtful.
"Sounds like you're walking a tightrope here, Forehead.
But maybe there's another way. If you can't sense his chakra anymore, there's got to be a reason for that. Maybe instead of trying to force something, you figure out what makes him tick."
Sakura nodded, her determination hardening.
Ino placed a hand on her shoulder. "Just be careful, okay?"
Sakura gave a small smile, appreciating the concern. "I'll be careful. But I can't give up. Not when there's even the slightest chance of bringing him back."
Sakura sat back, letting Ino's words sink in. The weight of her mission pressed heavily on her, but she knew she couldn't stop. She had to find Shoi, had to understand his chakra, no matter what.
Before Ino could continue, there was a sharp knock on the door. Both women turned as the door creaked open to reveal none other than Tsunade, her presence commanding as always, her sharp eyes immediately locking onto Sakura.
"Sakura," Tsunade's voice was calm but held the unmistakable tone of someone who knew more than she was letting on. "I need to talk to you."
"Tsunade-sama," Sakura stood quickly, surprised by her sudden appearance. "I wasn't expecting—"
"I know," Tsunade interrupted, stepping into the room and glancing briefly at Ino before turning her attention back to Sakura. "Ino, would you mind giving us a moment?"
Ino hesitated, glancing at Sakura, but she nodded. "I'll be around if you need me," she said, before slipping out of the room, closing the door quietly behind her.
Tsunade raised an eyebrow at Sakura's tense demeanor, her eyes narrowing slightly. "What's going on with you? You've been acting strange lately."
Sakura hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal, but then she sighed and decided to be honest.
"It's this guy... Shoi. He appeared in the Hyuga compound recently, and ever since I met him, I can't stop thinking about his chakra.
The first time I sensed it, it was so pure, almost overwhelming. But the second time, nothing. It's like he just... disappeared or he intentionally hid it."
Tsunade frowned, crossing her arms. "Shoi? Who the hell is that? I haven't heard of anyone new being affiliated with the Hyuga clan, at least not someone noteworthy."
Sakura shook her head, frustrated. "That's the problem. No one knows anything about him. And Apparently, he's under the protection of the Hyuga patriarch, but no one seems to know why."
Tsunade's frown deepened, and she paced the room. "The Hyuga clan is notoriously secretive, but for the patriarch to personally back someone? That's rare." She paused, eyeing Sakura with concern.
"And you think this Shoi's chakra could help you bring Sasuke out of his coma?"
Sakura nodded, her voice soft but filled with determination. "I do. I know it sounds crazy, but his chakra is unlike anything I've ever encountered. If there's even a chance it could help Sasuke, I have to try."
Tsunade was silent for a moment, studying Sakura carefully. Finally, she spoke, her tone firm but gentle.
"I understand why you're desperate, Sakura. But messing around with the Hyuga clan—especially after they sacrificed so much for the village—could lead to serious consequences,".