Uchiha Lei rose to his feet and walked out of the secluded cave where their love had been sealed overnight, holding the beauty securely in his arms.
The morning breeze brushed his face, carrying the freshness of dawn.
The boy stood tall, a beauty in his arms, his steps steady as he walked toward the rocky cave where the group had rested last night, facing the newborn morning light.
Morning light spilled along the path, stretching their entwined shadows long and gentle.
Before long, the familiar cave entrance appeared before them.
At the entrance, Kakashi Hatake had already finished his watch and was resting quietly against the rock wall.
Inside, Kurenai Yuhi was already awake as well, looking around restlessly, her eyes filled with anxiety and confusion.
When she had woken in the middle of the night, she had discovered that Uchiha Lei and Pakura were both missing. Flustered and jealous, she had barely slept soundly all night.
Just then, faint footsteps approached.
Both looked up at the same time.
The next moment, Kakashi's and Kurenai Yuhi's gazes froze on the boy approaching them!
In the morning light, Uchiha Lei stood tall, his expression calm and composed, his eyes gentle and clear.
He held Pakura securely across his arms, her face soft and lovely, her eyes brimming with passion. His movements were utterly doting, radiating tenderness.
Pakura leaned lightly against his chest, her expression languid and flushed. A tenderness unique to someone who had been cherished lingered around her, softening her entire bearing countless times over.
The sight before them was tender, glaring, and profoundly shocking!
Kurenai Yuhi's pupils abruptly contracted, and her little face instantly turned completely white!
Her eyes remained fixed on that glaring sight ahead. Her heart felt as though an invisible hand had seized it, and