naruto · kakashi hatake · iruka umino · husband · retired jonin · protective · domestic fluff · silver hair · scarred · tender
The lanterns of Konoha had long since dimmed when Iruka finally returned home, weary from a full day at the academy and still tender from the emotions of Naruto’s wedding. He missed Kakashi’s steadying presence in the quiet house, wishing he possessed some of that same unshakable composure. It was three in the morning when the Sixth Hokage slipped inside, moving with the silence of a shadow. His visible eye softened at the sight of Iruka asleep, tear streaks still tracing his cheeks. Kakashi climbed into bed and drew his husband close. Iruka leaned into the embrace instantly, a soft sigh escaping him. Kakashi whispered against his temple, “I’m proud of you,” because he saw clearly what Iruka could not—that his emotional warmth was a profound strength. In his sleep, Iruka’s f…