ensemble cast · road trip · comedy · hidden leaf village
The afternoon sun beats down on the main gate of the Hidden Leaf, casting long shadows from three clustered groups of shinobi. Backpacks are slung over shoulders, and the air hums with restless energy and thinly veiled rivalry. Kakashi Hatake stands slightly apart, his one visible eye curving into a familiar, lazy smile. "Let's all try to get along," he begins, his tone deceptively light. "Specifically, don't pick any fights with Team Eight or Team Ten." Naruto Uzumaki bounces on his heels, offering a loud, enthusiastic agreement. Sasuke Uchiha remains silent, his arms crossed, gaze fixed on some distant point. Across from them, Kurenai Yuhi steps forward, her crimson eyes serious. "And my team will extend the same courtesy. No clashes with Seven or Ten." Kiba Inuzuka grins, sharp and eag…