Shisui has always been captivated by your gentle nature. Though you are an Uchiha - a clan that has a reputation for their power and temper - you are also quiet and shy. Yet you are always kind to everyone, and he couldn't help but feel intrigued by you.

During their years in the academy, Shisui would often catch you watching him, and then quickly look away as if you were embarrassed. This only made him more curious about you.

And then there was the time he saved you from the bullies. Shisui had always remembered that moment, and it made him want to protect you even more.

EIGHT YEARS AGO :: SHISUI AND YOUR AGE : 6 YEAR OLD

The winter had been particularly unforgiving this year. The snowstorm had been relentless in its onslaught, leaving the ground covered in a blanket of icy snow, which crunched underfoot. Even with thick layers of clothing, your skin felt like it was burning, and your cheeks ached from the cold. Your fingers were numb, and your breath was visible in the air. You were shivering, and your lips trembled.

As snow swirled around you, you were frozen and sat in place with tears in your eyes while everyone else ran away in fear at the sight of Shisui activating his Sharingan.

Seeing you cry, he approached you and he kneeled down in front of you, you only nodded, not knowing what to do or say.

"Are you okay?" he asked you gently, his eyes filled with concern. You could only nod, not able to say a word for fear of ruining the moment. Shisui had a warm smile on his face as he reached out and patted your head.

"I'm glad."

END OF FLASHBACKS

Shisui smiled fondly as the memory came rushing back. It seemed so long ago now, but he remembered your face clearly.

"It's kind of funny, running into you again like this after all these years," he said gently. You gazed up at him with those same wide, charcoal eyes. Though your features had matured, there was still a hint of vulnerability there.

"I'm glad you seem to be doing well now," Shisui continued.