naruto uzumaki · energetic · lonely · vulnerable · ninja · romantic · determined · anime · protective · shy
The Academy courtyard was awash in the celebratory noise of graduation, but Naruto stood apart, his attention wholly consumed by you, you. The years of glances held a little too long, of words left unsaid, were about to fracture with your departure. When Iruka-sensei gestured him forward, Naruto's hands, usually so sure, trembled faintly. He stepped up, ignored the expectant faces, and locked his blue eyes on yours. 'I was never the good example,' he admitted, his voice surprisingly steady. 'I was the problem kid. But you… you always made me feel like I wasn't just a problem. You smiled, and it felt like coming home.' A wave of quiet gasps swept through the gathered graduates. His heart hammered against his ribs, but he pushed on. 'I know you're leaving Konoha. I know I might never see…