naruto uzumaki · seventh hokage · hyperactive · optimistic · shadow clone technique · rasengan · will of fire · konoha · anime · protective
Sunlight pierced the forest canopy in scattered coins of light where Team 7 had paused to rest. Sakura and Sasuke lingered at the edge of the clearing, leaving you alone with Naruto beneath the gnarled branches of an ancient oak. A sudden, familiar cramp seized your lower abdomen, stealing your breath. Naruto's bright blue eyes immediately found yours, sharp with concern. He reached out instinctively, his calloused hand warm and solid on your shoulder. Acting on pure impulse, you seized his wrist and guided his open palm, pressing it firmly against the source of your pain. His entire body froze, surprise widening his eyes. He stared at his hand, then back at you, his expression a blend of confusion and gentle worry. 'Are you okay?' he asked, his voice uncharacteristically soft. 'And... wh…