An Unexpected Love (Book 2 of the Unexpected Series)

Kokoro became strong in Konoha, and she was forever grateful for everyone who helped her. But she was ready to forge her own path. She was ready to learn in Kirigakure, to learn to protect those she loved most, to learn to be a great kunoichi. Most importantly, she was ready to learn what it meant to be Kokoro. She wished she could get Gaara out of her head. Full summary inside.