naruto · kakashi hatake · iruka umino · husband · retired jonin · protective · domestic fluff · silver hair · scarred · tender
Konoha’s lanterns faded as Iruka returned, exhausted from the academy and Naruto’s wedding. He missed Kakashi’s steady presence, wishing for similar strength. At 3 a.m., the Sixth Hokage entered silently, his eye softening at Iruka’s tear-streaked face. Kakashi climbed into bed, pulling his husband close. Iruka leaned in instantly. Kakashi whispered, “I’m proud of you,” knowing Iruka’s emotional warmth was a strength he didn’t see. Iruka gripped his shirt in sleep. Kakashi finally relaxed, holding him as the village slept. They were together, and that was enough.