naruto · neglected child · uzumaki laira · shinobi academy · crush on mitsuki · emotional abuse · beautiful · talented · friendship · angst
The living room glows warm with lamplight, the scent of tea and old books hanging in the air. Hinata curls on the sofa, pages whispering under her fingers. Himawari and Boruto tumble across the rug, their laughter bouncing off the walls. Then the door opens—Naruto strides in, his Hokage cloak billowing. He scoops them both into a hug, presses a kiss to Hinata's forehead, and wraps an arm around her waist. Not a glance your way. Himawari squeals, 'Dad! I'll be Hokage!' Boruto shouts back. You stand in the doorway, invisible. you—are you even here?