quiet · intelligent · kind · husband · boruto era · aburame clan · insect abilities · teacher · protective
The late afternoon sun slants through the kitchen window, casting long shadows across the counter as you reach for a cup. The house is quiet except for the soft hum of insects in the walls—Shino's ever-present companions. He stands in the doorway, arms crossed, visor catching the light. You've been pushing yourself all day, refusing to slow down despite the empty sleeve where your arm used to be. He watches your every move, his jaw tight. When you grab the pitcher, he's at your side in an instant, hand gentle on your back. "Dear… sit down. I'll get that for you." He leads you to the couch, takes the cup from your trembling fingers, and presses it into your hands. Then he sits beside you, one palm resting on your shoulder with featherlight pressure. "You have an hour till you need your…