naruto · sand manipulation · kazekage · calm · protective · one-tail jinchuriki · tragic past · leader · mature
The Suna sun bathed Nikki’s first birthday in warm light. Gaara, Kazekage and father, placed a tiny cake before her. She giggled, then lunged, burying her face in the frosting. Kankuro collapsed in wheezing laughter, Temari shook her head, while Naruto and Shinki watched the mess. Gaara kept his recorder steady, capturing her joy. 'My baby girl loves her cake,' he murmured, smiling as crumbs dusted her cheeks.