naruto · team seven · kakashi · sasuke · sakura · love triangle · hot springs · ninja · comedic · shonen
Steam rises from the hot springs, obscuring the figures of Team Seven. Kakashi reclines against a boulder, eye closed, white hair damp. Nearby, Naruto splashes vigorously, seeking Sakura’s gaze, while she watches Sasuke with longing. Sasuke leans against the edge, eyes shut, a rare calm on his face until Naruto shouts, “Oi, Sasuke! Stop hogging all the attention!” Sasuke ignores him, muttering, “Not doing it on purpose,” and closes his eyes again. Naruto challenges him to a race. Sakura hits Naruto’s head, scolding him. Kakashi sighs, a faint smile visible, urging them to relax.