Naruto smiled, a dangerous glint flashing in his eyes for just a second.
"Good girl," He said, patting her head again, though his words turned icy. "Because if you did tell anyone… I'd have no choice but to kill you."
The chilling tone of his voice made Sakura shiver, but she didn't flinch away. Instead, she swallowed hard and nodded solemnly. "I understand. You can trust me, Lord Naruto. I swear."
Satisfied, Naruto stood and offered her his hand. "Then we'll start tonight. Go home and tell your parents you'll be staying at my house for dinner—and that you won't be back until tomorrow."
Her heart raced at his casual suggestion. Spending the night? With him? It was so sudden, so unusual.
"B-But…" She started, hesitating.
Naruto's serious expression made her pause. "This isn't a game, Sakura. If you want to become strong, you'll need to trust me completely. If you don't want to, that's fine. But…"
He trailed off, letting the weight of his words hang in the air.
"I trust you!" She blurted out, her cheeks flushed. "I'll go tell them right now!"
Naruto watched her run off, his smirk returning as soon as she was out of sight. This is just the beginning, Sakura. You're going to be mine—loyal, obedient, and completely devoted. By the time I'm done, you won't even remember a world without me at the center of it.
Sakura's parents were hesitant at first, but as soon as they heard the name "Naruto Uzumaki," their objections melted away.
He was the Fourth Hokage's son, after all. With Lady Kushina at the house, what could go wrong?
Relieved, Sakura ran back to the training field, her heart fluttering with nervous excitement.
"I told them," She said breathlessly, looking up at Naruto with a mix of apprehension and anticipation.
"Good," He replied, his smile warm yet calculating. He reached out, brushing his hand along her cheek, letting his fingers linger just enough to make her blush. "You've made the right choice, Sakura. Trust me—this is just the start of something amazing."
Sakura nodded, her chest tightening as she gazed up at him. For you, Lord Naruto, I'll do anything.
Sakura hesitated as she stood before Naruto, the young prodigy who had already earned her unwavering admiration. His golden hair caught the dim light of the peculiar space, and his piercing blue eyes seemed to see straight through her.
Today was different—this wasn't the academy courtyard or some field. This was Naruto's domain, and the air itself seemed to hum with his power.
"Close your eyes," Naruto commanded softly, his voice holding an edge that sent shivers down Sakura's spine. His words were firm, not leaving room for protest.
She hesitated for a moment but nodded, shutting her eyes tightly.
A ripple of energy enveloped her, and in an instant, she felt her body being transported.
When she opened her eyes, she gasped audibly.
Slap!
"Isn't it incredible?" Naruto playfully spanked her butt and asked.
"This... this is incredible!" Sakura, unbothered by the spank, stammered, turning in circles to take in the lush greenery surrounding her. Vast fields stretched as far as the eye could see, vibrant and alive.
At the center stood a sprawling villa that looked straight out of a fairy tale, complete with towering columns and glimmering pools.
"This is my personal space," Naruto explained, walking ahead of her with casual confidence. "It's tied to the Nine-Tails sealed inside me. Time here flows differently. One hour outside equals one year here. But it takes a toll on my chakra, so we can only use it once a month."
"A year for every hour…" Sakura whispered in awe. "It's like a miracle. I can't believe you have something like this."
She paused, a mischievous thought flashing through her mind. "Maybe I should get the Nine-Tails sealed inside me too, huh?"
Slap!
A sharp sting spread across her rear, and she yelped, spinning to look at Naruto with wide eyes. "W-What was that for?!"
"Don't joke about things you don't understand," Naruto said with a smirk, his hand lingering in the air as if ready to repeat the action. "And don't call it a demon fox—it'll get angry."
Sakura clutched her backside, her cheeks flaming. She should've been mad, but instead, her heart raced faster. There was something strangely thrilling about his playful dominance, though she'd never admit it.
Naruto's smirk deepened as he watched her reaction. A little embarrassed, but not mad. Perfect. She's already starting to accept her place.
"Don't let it happen again." His tone was calm, yet it carried a weight that made Sakura shiver. He reached out and patted her head lightly, his touch strangely comforting. "You'll need to toughen up here. This place isn't for the weak."
Naruto turned and gestured toward a vast training ground that resembled a football stadium. "We'll start with basic endurance. Double gravity. Fifty laps."
"F-Fifty?" Sakura's jaw dropped as she stared at the massive track. The ground shimmered faintly as Naruto manipulated the environment, and almost immediately, Sakura felt her knees buckle.
"Don't tell me you're already giving up," Naruto teased, a hint of sharpness in his tone. "I thought you said you wanted to become strong."
Sakura gritted her teeth, determination flaring in her chest.
"No, I'll do it!" She declared, clenching her fists. "I won't disappoint you, Lord Naruto!"
"That's more like it," He said, watching her with an approving nod. But behind his calm demeanor, his thoughts were more calculated. She's eager. Desperate. Good. That desperation will make her moldable. Loyal. Mine.
As Sakura began to run, the oppressive weight of the doubled gravity bore down on her. With each step, her muscles screamed in protest, but she refused to stop. Sweat poured down her face, and her breaths came in sharp gasps.
Naruto watched her struggle with an amused glint in his eyes. She's not strong now, but she has potential. All she needs is guidance. My guidance. And when I'm done, she'll be the most loyal weapon in my arsenal.
By the tenth lap, Sakura's legs felt like lead. She stumbled but caught herself, unwilling to show weakness in front of Naruto.
"Keep going," He called, his voice carrying an almost taunting edge. "You're not going to let a little pressure stop you, are you?"
"No!" She shouted back, her voice hoarse but resolute. "I won't stop!"
She pushed herself harder, even as her vision blurred and her body screamed for rest. By the thirtieth lap, her breaths came in ragged gasps, and her movements slowed.
Finally, on the thirty-fifth lap, her legs gave out, and she crumpled to the ground, unconscious.
Naruto was by her side in an instant, catching her before she hit the ground. He carried her limp body effortlessly, his lips curving into a small smirk. So fragile now… but that will change. You'll thank me for this one day, Sakura. You'll become strong enough to rival any shinobi—and you'll do it for me.
He placed her gently on the grass, brushing her damp hair away from her flushed face. With a touch of his chakra, he healed her fatigue, restoring her energy. As she stirred awake, her eyes fluttering open, she looked up at him with a mixture of gratitude and guilt.
"I… I'm sorry, Lord Naruto," She whispered. "I couldn't finish…"
"Don't apologize," He said smoothly, his voice soothing yet firm. "You did well for your first day. But remember, Sakura, this is only the beginning. If you want to stand by my side, you'll need to push yourself beyond your limits. Are you ready for that?"
Her heart swelled at his words.
"Yes, Lord Naruto," She said earnestly, her voice trembling with emotion. "I'll do anything to make you proud."
Naruto smiled, his hand resting on her shoulder.
"Good girl," He said softly. She's already so devoted. It won't be long before she's entirely mine. Mind, body, and soul.
As he helped her to her feet, Sakura's cheeks burned. Her admiration for Naruto had deepened into something far more intense. He believes in me… even when I fail, he's there for me. I'll prove to him that I'm worthy of his trust. I'll prove that I belong by his side.
Naruto, meanwhile, watched her with a calculating gaze, already planning their next steps.
"For now," He said, leading her toward the villa, "Let's get you cleaned up and fed. Tomorrow, we'll begin again."
Sakura nodded, her determination renewed. As she followed Naruto, her heart raced—not just from the training, but from the growing feelings she couldn't ignore. For him, I'll endure anything. For him, I'll become the strongest kunoichi this world has ever seen.
And Naruto, with a sly smile, knew he had her exactly where he wanted her.
Hehe... you will walk a very different path compared to your original destiny, Sakura-chan. You will eventually become a very talented and strong Healing Jutsu expert but... I will develop you, your character, and your body according to my tastes. You will be my obedient bitch!
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