"You got laid didn't you."

Sakura turned to her best friend looking as unimpressed as she could muster. Hopefully a bit of sarcasm could throw Ino off her trail. How she was so perceptive Sakura would never know, Ino always chalked it up to 'woman's intuition'. Either way, Sakura was about to deny, deny, deny. She wanted to keep her night with Itachi as private as possible. Not to mention Ino would never let it go if she found out Sakura had a, thing, with Itachi.

"No Pig, I did not get laid, unless you count the last time."

"Oh please, with what's his name? It doesn't even count if it lasts less than ten minutes."

Sakura internally rolled her eyes. That was totally something characteristic for Ino to say, but that's why Sakura loved her. Ino had never limited herself in any way with social graces or what people expected of her. Sure, she could come across as crude, but at their age Ino was a well-established kunochi and had been more successful than most. Sakura respected her bravery to resist social norms and her commitment to her own values, even if it did come across as crude.

"Some of us don't need to have marathon sex to be satisfied Pig."

"Well, some of you are seriously missing out."

This time Sakura really did roll her eyes. Ino kept a few 'boyfriends' around and Sakura was sure they all knew about each other, which she considered both an impressive feat and a much too powerful boost to Ino's ego. Her best friend loved male attention. Thrived in it even.

'If boys can do it so can I.' Is what Ino had said, and she had been right. Her best friend had seemed to enjoy all the perks of being both single and in a relationship. Not quite Sakura's style, but she respected it.

"Don't you ever want something quicker than a marathon?"

"Yep, and when I do I get it."

Sakura giggled.

"You're impossible you know, those poor boys."

Both girls giggled together.

"Well if you didn't then it's time to get you laid. You know I can hook you up with a nice guy, or a not so nice guy. Up to you."

Another eye roll.

"It's ok Ino, even if I wanted to I don't have time for boys right now anyway."

This time it was Ino's turn to roll her eyes.

"Well you should make time, it's called self-care Forehead."

Well, Sakura didn't think she could argue with that one. Especially when a raven-haired heir came to mind.

"Come on, I can totally hook you up with someone, what are you looking for?"

The exasperated look on Sakura's face did nothing to deter her best friend from continuing.

"How about an Uchiha? They don't often date outside their clan, but sneaking around is totally your thing right?"

Sakura could only hope she hid the jolt of adrenaline that hit her in the gut. She was confident that most wouldn't notice, but Ino would catch on to even the most minuscule tell. She had no idea if Ino was talking about her past sneaking around with men, or her current sneaking around. Well, not that Itachi was sneaky, he totally showed up on her doorstep. And Sakura wouldn't be surprised if a nosy neighbour had seen and already started to gossip.

She furrowed her eyebrows.

"What makes you think I want to date a broody Uchiha? I think dealing with Sasuke already is more than enough."

"Oh please, because all Uchiha are sexy duh! And your crush on Sasuke was legendary, obviously he was once your type."

"Ino he was everyone's type, even you had a crush on him. And that was ages ago, is he still your type?"

"Oh please, you know I don't have a type. I love all beautiful men. Sasuke is beautiful but seeing him and Naruto bicker is a total turn off. I have no idea what Hinata sees in that oaf."

Sakura had to nod in agreement. She loved Naruto, but like a brother not a romantic partner. She was sure Hinata found him charming in one way or another, but totally not her type. But now Ino had her thinking about what she did want from Itachi. And what did he want from her in return? Clearly they had a physical attraction, and he was clearly pursuing her. She had flirted with him in the store which probably gave him to confidence to do so. Sakura definitely hoped he would make his way back to her apartment again before the ANBU had so awkwardly interrupted them. God that had been embarrassing.

"I don't want to be hooked up with anyone right now Ino, I'm too busy to worry about men."

"See, you always say that, and I never understand it. Like I said, self care."

And with that Ino flipped her hand in a way Sakura knew she was set in her ways.

"Can we pick a show now please?" They had been sitting in Ino's place for their scheduled date night. Something they had done since they were Genin.

"Sure, but if you ever decide you want some dick in your life just tell me ok? I know tons of shinobi who would like some Sakura Haruno in their life."

Hey everyone, sorry for the very short update. But I wanted to at least put something out to show I am very much still dedicated to this story. I'm just finishing up my semester so I haven't had much time to update recently, but that will be changing soon!