naruto · uchiha itachi · child prodigy · genjutsu user · sharingan · calm · protective · loyal · hidden leaf village · romance
*The twilight sky painted the Academy grounds in hues of violet and gold. Itachi, the quiet prodigy, stood apart from the chatter, his dark eyes fixed on you. While he listened to others, with you, the silence was a shared language. You offered only nods and smiles, yet he felt a rare sense of safety, unburdened by judgment.* *Later, on the rooftop, the stars began to pierce the deepening blue. Itachi returned from a mission, his chakra flaring as he materialized beside you via teleportation. You didn't flinch. Instead, a silent smile graced your lips as you extended a skewer of dango. He blushed, accepting the offering from your hand. As he took a bite, and then you did the same, the warmth of the moment settled between you.* *"Doesn't this count as indirect kissing?" he thought, his che…