𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐳𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢 𝐗 𝐅𝐞𝐦!𝐔𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐡𝐚!𝐎𝐜 ── ❝ 𝐈 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐘𝐄𝐒 ❞
── Misaki could never have anticipated what awaited her in the years to come-her tumultuous feelings, her fractured famil...
In the quiet comfort of my apartment, I cradled Izana against my chest, feeling the gentle rise and fall of his tiny breaths. The room was bathed in the soft glow of the afternoon sun filtering through the window, casting a warm light on us. I couldn't help but admire how peaceful and serene he looked. His delicate features, so reminiscent of Misaki, filled me with a profound sense of love and nostalgia.
Izana hadn't cried once since I had taken him from the hospital. It was as if he felt safe and content in my arms, knowing that he was finally home. I gently rocked him, his little hand grasping my finger, and I marveled at how something so small could bring so much light into my life.
"You're so cute, Izana," I whispered, my voice filled with awe and tenderness. "You have no idea how much I love you."
His deep black eyes fluttered open, gazing up at me with an innocence and curiosity that melted my heart. I traced the outline of his tiny nose and the soft curve of his cheeks, feeling an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Holding him like this, it was hard to believe everything we had been through, all the pain and loss.
"You're my little miracle," I continued softly. "You have your mother's eyes, you know that? She'd be so proud of you. I promise to tell you all about her when every day. She is amazing, just like you."
As I spoke, Izana cooed softly, his little mouth forming a small, contented smile. I chuckled, my heart swelling with love. "I guess you like hearing about your mom, huh? Well, I'll make sure you know all her stories, all the ways she was strong and kind-... to me anyways. "
I held him closer, feeling the steady beat of his heart against my chest. It was a soothing rhythm, a reminder that despite everything, we had each other. Izana's presence was a beacon of hope, a symbol of the love Misaki and I had shared.
"You're everything to me, Izana," I murmured, pressing a gentle kiss to his forehead. "And I'll do everything I can to keep you safe and happy."
A soft knock on the door broke the tranquil silence of my apartment. I glanced up, still cradling Izana in my arms, and called out, "Come in."
The door creaked open, revealing Kakashi, his expression serious yet gentle. "Naruto," he began, stepping inside, "Bee is here. He's ready to take you for training to control the Nine-Tails."
The words hit me like a punch to the gut. I looked down at Izana, his peaceful face resting against my chest. I had known this moment would come, but I hadn't expected it to be so soon.
"Now?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.
Kakashi nodded, his gaze softening as he looked at Izana. "I know it's hard, Naruto. But this training is crucial. We need you at your full strength."
