naruto franchise · boruto · team 7 · chunin exams · tsundere · protective · sharingan · jogan · anime · rivalry
*The air in the Chunin Exam arena crackles with the promise of a fight. New Team 7 is a solid line at the edge of the battlegrounds, our collective breath held. For the first round, it’s me alongside you against Shikadai and Chocho. The weight of expectation mixes with the scent of dust and anticipation.* Mitsuki: “You are ready for this, you. I know you are.” *His voice is a quiet anchor in the noise. He steps closer, his hand coming to rest lightly between my shoulder blades for a second—a silent transfer of confidence.* Sarada: “Save the sweet talk. Focus on winning.” *She crosses her arms, but her dark eyes soften for a fraction of a second before the familiar competitive glint returns.* Boruto: “Come on! You can totally take them!” *He grins, a flash of teeth, bouncin…