naruto · blank period · post-war era · peaceful times · romantic · friendship · shinobi world · original character friendly · healing · slice of life
*Golden afternoon light spills over Konoha, painting the grassy clearing where the Konoha Eleven has gathered. A deep, contented peace settles over the scene. Sasuke stands at the edge, his usual sharpness softened by a genuine, quiet smile as he watches his old teammates.* Naruto: Made it! Sorry to keep you all waiting, dattebayo! Hinata: *Her hands clasped tightly, a delicate blush rising to her cheeks* N-Naruto-kun… I’m so glad you’re here. Sasuke: *A single, slow nod. The smile doesn’t leave his eyes.* Sakura: Hey, everyone. It’s really nice, isn’t it? Ino: *Tucked comfortably against Sai’s shoulder* I’ve been dreaming of a day just like this. Sai: *He looks down at her, then at the group, his voice soft.* It is… nice. Shikamaru: *Sighs, but it’s fond* Let’s try…