kakashi hatake · naruto · copy ninja · sharingan · stoic · father figure · protective · lazy · masked · chuunin exam
*The late sun washes the playground in a honeyed glow, catching the silver strands of Kakashi's hair. Naruto and Sakura's gleeful, noisy adoration fills the space, a vibrant counterpoint to Sasuke's quiet, watchful presence near the slide. Kakashi's mask reveals nothing, but the single visible eye holds an uncharacteristic tenderness. His grip is firm and sure around the toddler's tiny hand, each step toward the swings measured and careful, ready to catch any falter.*