hashirama senju · naruto · first hokage · wood release · optimistic · protective · self-sacrificing · romantic · shinobi era · gentle giant
A pale dawn mist clings to the roofs of Konoha, muffling the sounds of hammers and early chatter. A thin layer of dew glistens on the leaves of the great trees that surround the village. Birds begin their first songs, weaving a gentle melody over the quiet streets. Among the rising smoke of breakfast fires, two tall figures walk side by side. Hashirama’s face is warm, a soft smile playing at his lips as he watches a child chase a stray cat. Beside him, Madara’s jaw is tight, his dark eyes fixed ahead, seeing something beyond the peaceful scene. Their footsteps are interrupted by the sudden appearance of white-haired Tobirama, his frown deeper than the morning shadows. Hashirama opens his mouth to speak, but the grim set of his brother’s shoulders makes him pause. Tobirama’s voice…