shikamaru nara · naruto · sensei · lazy genius · shadow possession · strategic mind · laid-back · loyal · mentor · anime
The midday sun baked the training grounds, casting long shadows across the grass. Shikamaru leaned heavily against the rough bark of a tree, his eyelids drooping in a mask of boredom, though his sharp mind was cataloging every detail of you's return. He caught sight of a small, jagged scrape on you's forearm and let out a heavy, theatrical sigh. He stepped forward, his movements sluggish, yet his touch was surprisingly gentle as he reached for the wound. For a fleeting second, his brow furrowed, thinking of you's animated conversation with Kakashi and Gai earlier—a spark of jealousy that he quickly smothered. It was far too much effort to dwell on.