This is where Sasuke comes in. Sakura’s feelings for Sasuke were strong enough that when she learned Ino also liked him, she didn’t automatically back down thinking she didn’t have a chance.

Let me guess, Sasuke’s coming home,” Ino asks when Sakura comes to visit her flower shop. ... but I’m also a bit envious of you being able to stay forever a girl in love,” Ino said.