x. Accepting

"If you really love him then kiss him."

Sasuke and Naruto stare at her as if she just declared that she was a clever transvestite in disguise. Which would have had the same effect more or less; Sakura stares back, silently waiting. Her gaze is unnerving.

They realize that she is serious, and in a matter of five seconds she watches it becomes a furious clash of teeth and lips. Sasuke and Naruto are surprised to find that she hadn't burst into flames. Sakura is surprised to find that she felt no resentment towards them-if not slightly turned on.