You were new to the Ninja academy, and everyone had their eyes on you especially Sakura! She wanted to be your friend so badly but you never really gave her your attention that she was oh-so desperate for. Her and her ex best friend Ino were total fans of you. Everyone thought you were cool in school but not for any particular reason, unlike Sasuke. He was an Uchiha! I guess it you just attracted more people since your actually interested in conversations unlike him.