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We all know about that iconic Sasusaku scene.
You know, the one where this happens:
But, I’m not here to talk about the “Thank You” in particular, though we can talk about that later, but everything before that.
Remember when Sakura tries to remind Sasuke of this little gem?
And then he pretends to have absolutely no recollection of that happening. Which is then followed by the emotional standoff between the two of them.
All of a sudden, this smooth mofo whips this sh!t out:
First off, how dare you play with our emotions like that.
Second, I don’t know about you, but I found this to be INCREDIBLY flirtatious. Not only is this his way of reminding Sakura that he CLEARLY remembers what happened between them, but that his emotions towards her have changed and he wants to make that clear.
Also, that smile. Are you shitting me?! I don’t need to say more.
AND THEN THE THANK YOU FROM ABOVE HAPPENS:
I’m not going into full detail about this scene, but maybe another time?
But what I think is important to recognize is the TIMING of when he says this to Sakura. He knows he’s leaving, she knows he’s leaving, and he decides to have this be their last interaction for a long time. He knows damn well that this is an intimate moment between the two of them, and that it is something that they’re both going to remember. So I think he takes advantage of the short amount of time he has, and leaves her subtle hints about how he feels. I think it’s also important to note that HE is the one with the last emotional parting words. Sakura had her moment of declared love for him, and this was his way to reciprocate that to her in his own unique Sasuke way.
Not to mention the fact that she never was able to question WHY he lied about remembering, or WHY he was thanking her. After knocking her unconscious to make sure she didn’t follow him and get hurt or ask him questions he wasn’t ready to answer, he knew that this moment would always be on her mind until they met again not to mention, something that he would remember too. He knowingly leaves behind a mystery about his true feelings toward her, and where their relationship stands.
Cheeky Genin Sasuke.
Second:
This scene is almost identical to what happened between them only a few years ago, just with an audience this time.
Not only do we have Sasuke leaving again, but Sakura also passionately shares her feelings for him and he takes the time to listen.
I would also like to point out the fact that she DOES think about the last time they had said goodbye. Therefore, Sasuke did make the impact that he was striving to achieve.
I want to note that his foot literally ****ing SHAKES in hesitation at her words. Again, we can do another analysis of this later.
But just like last time, after her powerful declaration of love for him he whips this out shit out again:
Once again, this is Sasuke’s way of showing Sakura that he STILL remembers what happened between them so long ago, just like she does. I also want to emphasize the word “damned” in this part. In my opinion, it seemed like this statement held even more emotion than before. To me, this is when they shared their genuine love for one another. And that despite all thats happened, they are still on each other’s mind. And this was his cheeky and subtle way of showing it to her.
After the second time he called her annoying, I believe he was reciprocating the blossoming love they had for each other. But for this third time, it’s like “I feel the same way about you. But, I’m going to tell you in a way that only you and I can understand.” Not only in the way of HOW he says it, but the color that surrounds him. I felt like it was just tunnel vision for the both of them, and everything surrounding them didn’t matter. The only thing that mattered was this moment between the two of them.
Then in typical Sasuke fashion, he leaves her unconscious to protect her but this time to leave her with that lasting impression in case something were to happen to him. Almost like, “If I die or something else tragic happens, I just want you to know that I still thought about you and all the moments we shared.”
You know, the one where this happens:
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But, I’m not here to talk about the “Thank You” in particular, though we can talk about that later, but everything before that.
Remember when Sakura tries to remind Sasuke of this little gem?
You must be registered for see images
And then he pretends to have absolutely no recollection of that happening. Which is then followed by the emotional standoff between the two of them.
All of a sudden, this smooth mofo whips this sh!t out:
You must be registered for see images
First off, how dare you play with our emotions like that.
Second, I don’t know about you, but I found this to be INCREDIBLY flirtatious. Not only is this his way of reminding Sakura that he CLEARLY remembers what happened between them, but that his emotions towards her have changed and he wants to make that clear.
Also, that smile. Are you shitting me?! I don’t need to say more.
AND THEN THE THANK YOU FROM ABOVE HAPPENS:
I’m not going into full detail about this scene, but maybe another time?
But what I think is important to recognize is the TIMING of when he says this to Sakura. He knows he’s leaving, she knows he’s leaving, and he decides to have this be their last interaction for a long time. He knows damn well that this is an intimate moment between the two of them, and that it is something that they’re both going to remember. So I think he takes advantage of the short amount of time he has, and leaves her subtle hints about how he feels. I think it’s also important to note that HE is the one with the last emotional parting words. Sakura had her moment of declared love for him, and this was his way to reciprocate that to her in his own unique Sasuke way.
Not to mention the fact that she never was able to question WHY he lied about remembering, or WHY he was thanking her. After knocking her unconscious to make sure she didn’t follow him and get hurt or ask him questions he wasn’t ready to answer, he knew that this moment would always be on her mind until they met again not to mention, something that he would remember too. He knowingly leaves behind a mystery about his true feelings toward her, and where their relationship stands.
Cheeky Genin Sasuke.
Second:
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This scene is almost identical to what happened between them only a few years ago, just with an audience this time.
Not only do we have Sasuke leaving again, but Sakura also passionately shares her feelings for him and he takes the time to listen.
I would also like to point out the fact that she DOES think about the last time they had said goodbye. Therefore, Sasuke did make the impact that he was striving to achieve.
I want to note that his foot literally ****ing SHAKES in hesitation at her words. Again, we can do another analysis of this later.
But just like last time, after her powerful declaration of love for him he whips this out shit out again:
You must be registered for see images
Once again, this is Sasuke’s way of showing Sakura that he STILL remembers what happened between them so long ago, just like she does. I also want to emphasize the word “damned” in this part. In my opinion, it seemed like this statement held even more emotion than before. To me, this is when they shared their genuine love for one another. And that despite all thats happened, they are still on each other’s mind. And this was his cheeky and subtle way of showing it to her.
After the second time he called her annoying, I believe he was reciprocating the blossoming love they had for each other. But for this third time, it’s like “I feel the same way about you. But, I’m going to tell you in a way that only you and I can understand.” Not only in the way of HOW he says it, but the color that surrounds him. I felt like it was just tunnel vision for the both of them, and everything surrounding them didn’t matter. The only thing that mattered was this moment between the two of them.
Then in typical Sasuke fashion, he leaves her unconscious to protect her but this time to leave her with that lasting impression in case something were to happen to him. Almost like, “If I die or something else tragic happens, I just want you to know that I still thought about you and all the moments we shared.”
