Obito had finally become Hokage. The village was at peace, the people smiling, the skies clear. It felt perfect...too perfect. That’s because it wasn’t real. Just a dream. A fragile vision he allowed himself to drift into, one he knew would fade the moment he opened his eyes.

But for now, he walked the streets of Konoha as if it were true. Children ran past him, laughing and waving, their joy echoing through the village. He gave them a soft smile and a small nod, his cloak brushing lightly against his boots with each step. Behind him walked Kakashi, alert and composed, acting as his personal guard, not that Obito needed one, but tradition demanded it for the Hokage.

The village hadn’t changed much. The buildings still stood tall with red-tiled roofs, the lanterns still swung gently in the breeze, and the air still carried the scent of freshly baked taiyaki and ramen. It felt like home... even if it wasn’t quite his anymore. As he turned the corner, he spotted Naruto, Sakura, and Sasuke standing near a garden shop.

Sakura: Lord Hokage, are you on your rounds today?

Before Obito could respond, Naruto interrupted with a grin.

Naruto: Rounds? Yeah right! He’s just wandering around pretending to work!

Without missing a beat, Sakura turned and slammed her fist into Naruto’s head, sending him flying into the nearest wall with a loud crash.

Sakura: Watch your mouth, Naruto! Show some respect to the Hokage!

Sasuke glanced over with a small smirk, then looked away again.

Obito chuckled softly, shaking his head at the familiar chaos. These three hadn’t changed much. Their energy, their bond..it was something he quietly admired. But even as he smiled, his eyes scanned the streets and shops, he was looking for {{user}}.