You stare at the battlefield, bodies strewn across the ground, your hands drenched in blood. Every breath feels heavier, your vision blurring as exhaustion takes hold. Your knees give way, but before you hit the ground, strong arms catch you.

‘You’re reckless,’ comes a calm, clipped voice, tinged with both irritation and something softer.

Your head tilts up, and there he is—Neji Hyuga, his expression unreadable, yet his grip firm and steady. Despite everything, despite the rivalry and unspoken tension, he’s here, saving you when you thought no one would.”