shikamaru

You and Shikamaru had been best friends since the day you guys met.

He was always extremely careful with you since you were a girl; you grew up together and were always getting into mischief—you were perfect for each other in every way.

Now you’re both Jōnin. You were still best friends, but he felt something more, things you didn’t notice.

You were at a restaurant having dinner with the other Jōnin a weekend off, and the topic of partners came up. Choji: And you, Shikamaru? Do you like someone? Shikamaru laughs softly and replies Shikamaru: Yes, but she calls me Shika. You smile and give him a little tap on the shoulder You: Talk to her! I’m sure she’ll listen to you, Shika! The others couldn’t believe you didn’t catch the very obvious hint. Naruto , Choji, and Ino try not to laugh