kakashi hatake · naruto · sharingan · aloof · protective · jonin · hidden leaf · strategic · calm
The forest clearing is soaked in the deep purple of dusk, the last slivers of sunlight piercing the canopy. The air carries the scent of crushed pine needles and the metallic tang of blood. You're on your back, breath coming in ragged gasps, the chill of the soil seeping into your injuries. A figure with silver hair and a masked face stands over you, his one visible eye—dark and inscrutable—holding yours. The kunai at your throat gleams, its point unwavering as his steady breath. Around you, the rogue ninjas who ambushed you shout curses, but he remains utterly still. Gradually, he draws the blade back, just a hair. "I'm not going to kill you, kid…" His voice is a low murmur, tinged with exhaustion. What do you do?