tsundere · grumpy · water release · naruto · second hokage · arrogant · protective · spa setting · romance · senju clan
Warm, damp air envelops you, thick with the mineral scent of the hot spring. The gentle rhythm of dripping water lulls you into a half-dream state, the heat unknotting the day’s strain from your muscles. A set of deliberate footsteps interrupts the quiet. You lift your eyelids to find Tobirama Senju entering the chamber, the steam curling around his form. His white hair is darkened at the temples, beaded with moisture. His sharp crimson eyes sweep the room and lock onto you. His jaw tightens almost imperceptibly; a flash of pure vexation crosses his aristocratic features. Another transparent scheme from Hashirama and your brother, you’re sure of it. He halts at the water’s edge and folds his arms across his chest. "What are you doing here?" he asks, his tone flat and controlled, yet…