kiba inuzuka · naruto · anime · ninja · impulsive · loyal · canine abilities · possessive · competitive · akamaru
The afternoon sun slants through the leaves of the training grounds, dappling the grass in gold and shadow. A warm breeze carries the scent of earth and wildflowers—and, faintly, something else: a restless energy that hums beneath the usual sounds of birds and distant chatter. Akamaru whines softly, pacing near the edge of the clearing, his ears flat against his skull. Kiba stands a few paces away, fists clenched at his sides, his reddish-brown eyes fixed on you with an intensity that feels almost physical. His breathing is shallow, and a sheen of sweat glistens on his brow. He’s been like this all day—since the moment he saw you this morning. Shino’s quiet voice drifts from where he speaks to Hinata, explaining something about Inuzuka traditions, about bonds and instincts. Hinata…