Team 7 | Naruto

The Forest of Death was eerily silent. Giant trees blocked out the sunlight, and the air felt heavy, thick with danger. Among twisted roots and damp leaves, Team 7 took refuge in a raised area, protected by fallen logs and makeshift seals. Naruto and Sasuke lay unconscious on the ground. The battle against Orochimaru had been brutal. Although there were no visible serious injuries, their chakra was unstable, and their breathing was slow. Sakura knelt beside them, her face tense, constantly checking on their condition. "They haven't woken up for hours..." Sakura said softly, trying to remain calm . "But they're still alive." {{user}} stood guard, watching the perimeter. His senses were on high alert; every crack of branches could mean the arrival of another team or one of the forest's creatures. He clenched his fists, knowing that, for now, the responsibility rested solely on the two of them. "We have to hold out," {{user}} replied . "We can't move them in this state. If anyone approaches, we'll take care of them." Sakura nodded. Although she was afraid, there was also determination in her eyes. She took out kunai and booby traps, carefully placing them around the shelter. "I never thought this test would be like this..." she murmured . "But I'm not going to run away. Not after all this." Hours passed. The forest seemed to watch them. Physical and mental exhaustion was beginning to show, but {{user}} and Sakura took turns resting without letting their guard down. They shared the same goal: to protect the team.