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**Chapter 16: Morning Moments and Playful Encounters**


The soft glow of the morning sun filtered through the curtains of their bedroom, gently waking Naruto from a deep, peaceful sleep. He stirred slightly, noticing the warmth and softness beneath him. Blinking his eyes open, he quickly realized his face was pressed against Ino's bare chest. His heart leapt into his throat as the memories of last night came rushing back—Ino had been surprisingly assertive, and they had shared a night full of intimacy and laughter.

His face turned crimson as he realized the position he was in, but before he could move, Ino, still half-asleep, mumbled softly. "Good morning, Naruto-kun," she whispered, her voice thick with drowsiness.

Naruto felt his heart pound in his chest as he tried to pull away, but Ino's arms instinctively wrapped around him, pulling him closer. "Let's stay like this... just for a little while longer," she said, burying her face into his hair.

Naruto's mind raced, his face glowing red from both shyness and the sheer intimacy of the moment. "I-I... Ino-chan..." he stammered, but she only giggled, snuggling closer.

Eventually, they both managed to pull themselves out of bed, Ino tugging Naruto by the hand and leading him toward the bathroom for a shower, a routine they'd somehow fallen into since getting married. Though still shy about it, Naruto could never refuse the mischievous glint in Ino's eyes as she playfully dragged him along.

After cleaning up and getting ready for the day, they stepped out into the fresh morning air, walking hand-in-hand down the street. The town was buzzing with early-morning life—people running errands, heading to work, and enjoying the bright new day. Ino leaned into Naruto's side, feeling completely content.

As they walked, a young woman noticed Naruto's striking appearance—his bright blue eyes and blond hair catching the sunlight. She smiled flirtatiously and approached the couple with confidence.

"Hey," she said, completely ignoring Ino's presence. "You're really cute. How about you and I go grab a coffee sometime?"

Naruto blinked, his eyes widening in shock. Before he could respond, Ino stepped forward, her protective side kicking in. She placed herself between Naruto and the woman, her hands on her hips. "Back off," Ino said firmly, her voice steady. "He's my husband."

The woman raised an eyebrow, glancing between them. "Oh, really?"

Ino, still blushing from the events of the last few days, leaned closer to the girl, lowering her voice slightly. "See these marks?" she said, pulling down Naruto's collar slightly to reveal the faint scratches from their passionate night. "I'm the one who gave him those. He's mine."

The woman's eyes widened in surprise, and without another word, she quickly backed away, not wanting to get involved any further.

Naruto's face turned beet red as he realized what just happened, and Ino, too, blushed furiously when the weight of her words sank in. "I-I can't believe I just said that," she mumbled, her face buried in Naruto's chest in embarrassment.

Naruto, equally flustered, awkwardly patted her head. "Y-You... really do have two sides, don't you, Ino-chan?"

Ino smiled sheepishly, feeling both proud and embarrassed at her outburst. "Maybe," she muttered, snuggling closer to him. "But you love me anyway, right?"

Naruto laughed softly, wrapping an arm around her. "Of course I do."

Naruto and Ino walked hand in hand through the park, the sun shining down on them, creating a peaceful atmosphere. They had decided to take a break from all the chaos of the past few days—getting married, teasing from friends, and adjusting to life together. Ino smiled, feeling a sense of warmth and comfort as she sat down on a bench next to Naruto. She leaned her head on his shoulder, wrapping her arms around him as they watched the children playing nearby.

Naruto, though still shy about all the attention they had been receiving, felt a surge of love and protection for Ino as she snuggled closer to him. Her head rested against his chest, and he could feel her heartbeat, steady and calm. For a moment, they were able to escape the world around them and just enjoy being together.

Ino sighed happily, her voice soft. "I feel so safe with you, Naruto-kun. I don't want this moment to end."

Naruto blushed but smiled, putting his arm around her as they sat together in peaceful silence. He didn't need to say anything. Just being there with her, holding her, was enough.

After a while, Ino sat up, her bright blue eyes twinkling with excitement. "Come on, let's head to your work. I want to see what kind of trouble Sakura and the others are causing."

Naruto laughed softly, though there was a slight twinge of nerves at the thought of going back to the precinct. After all the teasing he had endured from Sasuke and Sakura, he wasn't sure if he was ready to face them again. But with Ino beside him, he felt like he could handle anything.

When they arrived at the precinct, Naruto was greeted with the usual chorus of friendly hellos and teasing remarks. His fellow officers and friends had been giving him a hard time ever since the wedding, and today was no different.

Sasuke, leaning casually against the door, smirked as Naruto and Ino walked in. "So, Naruto," Sasuke said with a teasing grin, "did Ino give you a repeat performance of last night?"

Naruto, not quite catching the joke at first, nodded absentmindedly. "Yeah... she did."

Sasuke burst out laughing, and Naruto's eyes widened in realization. His face turned bright red, and he quickly stammered, "W-wait, no! That's not what I meant!"

But it was too late—Sasuke's laughter echoed through the precinct, and soon others were joining in. Naruto buried his face in his hands, groaning with embarrassment. "Why do you always have to do this, Sasuke?"

Sasuke shrugged, still smirking. "It's too easy, Naruto. You make it too easy."

Before Naruto could respond, Sakura appeared, holding something large and framed in her hands. With a wicked grin on her face, she held it up for everyone to see—a massive, blown-up photograph of Naruto and Ino's first kiss at the wedding, the very moment Sakura had forced them together.

"Look what I've got!" Sakura announced, grinning from ear to ear. "I'm thinking we should hang this on the front door of the precinct. What do you think?"

Naruto and Ino both turned red as they saw the giant photograph. Ino's eyes widened in horror, and Naruto could feel his face burning with embarrassment.

"Sakura!" Ino exclaimed, her hands flying to her face. "You can't put that up!"

But Sakura, ever the mischief-maker, was already making her way to the door. "Oh, I think it'll look perfect right here. Don't you agree, everyone?"

The entire precinct erupted in laughter, and Ino, determined to stop Sakura, bolted after her. "No way! Give that back!"

Sakura laughed as she sprinted around the precinct, holding the photo high above her head. "Come on, Ino! It's a great picture! You should be proud!"

Naruto sighed heavily, watching the chaos unfold before him. He was exhausted—mentally and physically—and this wasn't exactly the peaceful day he had hoped for. As Ino chased Sakura around the desks, knocking over papers and causing a scene, Naruto slumped into a chair, his head in his hands.

"This is so troublesome," Shikamaru muttered from behind his desk, shaking his head. "They're always so loud."

Sasuke, still grinning, walked over to Naruto and patted him on the back. "You know, you should hurry up and have kids. Sarada needs someone to play with, and it looks like you two are already practicing."

Naruto's face flushed again as he shook his head. "Sasuke, please... I'm already embarrassed enough."

Sasuke chuckled and crossed his arms. "I'm just saying, the way things are going, it won't be long before you're chasing after a little Naruto or Ino."

Naruto groaned, burying his face deeper into his hands. "Can we talk about something else?"

As Ino continued to chase Sakura around the precinct, Naruto could hear the sound of laughter and playful banter filling the air. He loved Ino more than anything, but moments like these made him wonder how he was going to survive all the teasing and embarrassment that came with being married to her.

Eventually, Sakura slowed down, laughing as Ino finally caught up to her. "Alright, alright," Sakura said between giggles. "I'll hold off on hanging the picture... for now."

Ino, panting and red-faced, snatched the picture out of Sakura's hands and hugged it close to her chest. "You're impossible, Sakura."

Sakura grinned, clearly pleased with herself. "What can I say? I like to keep things interesting."

Naruto, still slumped in his chair, glanced over at Ino as she walked back toward him, holding the picture tightly. She sat down beside him, resting her head on his shoulder, still flushed from the chase.

"I can't believe she printed that picture," Ino muttered, her face buried in Naruto's arm.

Naruto sighed, though a small smile crept onto his face. "That's Sakura for you. She's always been like this."

Ino nodded, still embarrassed, but the warmth of Naruto's presence beside her made her feel better. "At least we can laugh about it later... right?"

Naruto chuckled softly, his hand gently squeezing hers. "Yeah... I guess we can."

As the day wore on, the teasing continued, but Naruto and Ino faced it together. Whether it was Sasuke's jokes about starting a family, Sakura's relentless pranks, or the lighthearted banter from their colleagues, they knew they could handle it all. Because at the end of the day, they had each other—and that was all that mattered.

And so, as they left the precinct together, hand in hand, Ino glanced up at Naruto with a soft smile. "No matter what happens... I'm glad we're doing this together, Naruto-kun."

Naruto smiled back, his heart swelling with love and gratitude. "Me too, Ino-chan. Me too."

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It had been two months since Naruto and Ino had tied the knot, and their life together had settled into a comfortable routine. They enjoyed quiet mornings, shared laughter, and the simple joy of being in each other's presence. But lately, Ino had been feeling different—small changes in her body and sudden bouts of nausea made her suspect something big was happening.

That morning, Ino had felt the now-familiar wave of nausea hit her hard. She rushed to the bathroom, her mind swirling with a mix of emotions. Her hands shook slightly as she held the positive pregnancy test in her hand, her heart pounding in her chest. "I'm... I'm pregnant," she whispered to herself, her face glowing with a mixture of disbelief and happiness.

Ino sat down on the edge of the bed, the reality of it sinking in. She was carrying Naruto's child. The man who had saved her from her darkest moments, the one who had given her hope when she had none, was now the father of her child. Her cheeks flushed red with both excitement and nerves as she thought about how to tell him.

"I'm going to be a mother," she murmured, her heart swelling with emotion.

Later that evening, Ino waited patiently in the garden outside their home, sitting on a bench surrounded by her favorite flowers. She picked petals off a daisy absentmindedly, her thoughts racing. She wanted to tell Naruto in the perfect way, but every time she thought about it, she felt shy and nervous. How would he react? Would he be as thrilled as she was?

She heard the familiar sound of Naruto's footsteps approaching the house, and her heart skipped a beat. She stood up, smoothing her dress nervously as she waited for him to enter the garden. When Naruto finally appeared, his usual goofy smile brightened up the space around him.

"Hey, Ino-chan!" he called out, waving as he walked toward her. "I'm home!"

Ino greeted him with a shy smile, her heart racing as she kissed him deeply, catching him by surprise. Naruto's face turned red as Ino's lips lingered on his, her arms wrapping around his neck.

"W-what was that for?" Naruto stammered, his face flushed as he scratched the back of his head.

Ino giggled softly, stepping back as she led him inside the house. The dining table was set with candles, the soft glow creating an intimate atmosphere. Dinner was already prepared, but there was something different about the night. Naruto sensed the nervous energy in the air, but he couldn't quite figure out what it was.

As they sat down to eat, Ino fidgeted with her fork, sneaking glances at Naruto while her heart pounded. Every time she opened her mouth to speak, she felt her cheeks flush, and the words got stuck in her throat. She was excited, nervous, and overwhelmed all at once.

Naruto noticed her nervousness and tilted his head, curious. "Is something wrong, Ino-chan?" he asked, his voice full of concern.

Ino smiled shyly, shaking her head. "No, nothing's wrong. I was just... thinking." She paused, trying to gather the courage to tell him. "Naruto-kun, do you ever think about... having kids?"

Naruto stopped mid-bite, blinking in surprise. He set down his fork, looking at her with wide eyes. "Kids? Yeah, I mean, I've thought about it. It would be great to have kids one day. All of my friends are having kids now—Sasuke and Sakura, Kiba—everyone's talking about it. It would be amazing to have a little one running around."

Ino blushed deeply at his response, feeling a flutter in her chest. "What do you think?" she asked hesitantly. "Would you want a boy... or a girl?"

Naruto grinned, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "It doesn't matter to me," he said softly. "As long as you're the mother, Ino-chan, I'll be the happiest man in the world."

Ino felt tears welling up in her eyes, overwhelmed by the love she felt for him in that moment. She stood up from her chair, walking over to Naruto's side of the table. Without a word, she wrapped her arms around him, hugging him tightly as he looked up at her, confused.

"Ino?" Naruto asked, his voice gentle.

Ino buried her face in his chest, her voice trembling with emotion. "Naruto-kun... I'm pregnant."

Naruto's breath caught in his throat as her words sank in. He blinked, his mind racing to process what she had just said. "Y-you're... pregnant?"

Ino nodded, pulling back slightly to look into his eyes, her face red with a mixture of excitement and embarrassment. "I'm pregnant, Naruto-kun. We're going to have a baby."

For a moment, Naruto was completely speechless. His heart swelled with joy, and before he knew it, he was grinning from ear to ear. "That's... that's amazing!" he exclaimed, standing up and pulling Ino into a tight embrace. "I can't believe it... we're going to have a baby!"

Ino laughed softly, tears of happiness streaming down her cheeks. "I'm going to be a mother, Naruto-kun... I still can't believe it."

Naruto held her close, his heart pounding with excitement and love. "You're going to be an amazing mother, Ino-chan. I just know it."

Ino blushed, her face pressed against his chest. "I hope so," she whispered. "I still can't believe it... I'm going to be a mom."

They stood there for a long moment, just holding each other, both of them overwhelmed with happiness. Finally, Ino pulled back, wiping away her tears and smiling at Naruto. "Thank you, Naruto-kun," she said softly. "Thank you for giving me this."

Naruto shook his head, smiling warmly. "You don't have to thank me, Ino-chan. You're the one who's done all the hard work. You're the one who's been with me through everything."

Ino giggled, her cheeks turning red. "Well, you did help a little," she teased, poking him playfully in the chest.

Naruto laughed, scratching the back of his head. "Yeah, I guess I did."

As they sat back down at the table, Ino rested her hand on her stomach, feeling the new life growing inside of her. Naruto reached across the table, taking her hand in his, and the two of them sat in silence for a moment, letting the reality of their new life together sink in.

"I can't wait to meet our baby," Naruto said softly, his voice filled with excitement.

Ino smiled, her heart full of love. "Me too, Naruto-kun. Me too."

It had been a month since Ino found out she was pregnant, and life with Naruto had been filled with excitement, anticipation, and, of course, a lot of teasing from their friends. Now, Ino was starting to show, her belly growing steadily as she and Naruto prepared to become parents.

One morning, Ino decided to join Naruto at the police precinct, hoping for a normal day. But as they stepped into the building, hand in hand, it was clear from the get-go that things were going to be far from normal.

The first person they ran into was Sakura, who immediately spotted Ino's slightly swollen belly. Without thinking, she blurted out in her usual loud and energetic manner, "Finally! You did it!"

Ino's face flushed a deep red as she looked around, mortified. "S-Sakura! You don't have to say it like that," she stammered, hiding her embarrassment by burying her face into Naruto's chest, like she always did when she felt overwhelmed. Naruto, equally embarrassed, just gave her a comforting hug, knowing how shy Ino could be in public.

Sakura, undeterred, clapped her hands together and beamed. "This is amazing! Ino-chan, you're going to have a little one running around. Sarada's going to have a new friend! Have you thought about names yet? Will it be a boy or a girl?"

Ino, still hiding in Naruto's embrace, could only mumble shyly, unable to handle all the attention. Naruto rubbed her back, trying to ease her anxiety, while his own face stayed bright red from all the questions.

Before they could respond, Sasuke strolled into the room, his expression as unreadable as ever, though a small smirk tugged at the corner of his lips. "So, it's true," he said, glancing at Naruto. "You're finally going to be a dad."

Naruto managed a small smile, his nerves showing. "Yeah, I guess so…"

Before he could finish his thought, Kiba appeared from behind, his usual mischievous grin plastered on his face. "I wonder if it's going to be twins! You know, double trouble for Naruto!"

Naruto groaned, his face turning redder by the second. "Kiba, don't even joke about that," he muttered, clearly overwhelmed by the teasing.

Ino, who had been blushing this whole time, buried her face deeper into Naruto's chest. She couldn't help but feel self-conscious, especially when the spotlight was on her pregnancy and her body changes. Her social anxiety always seemed to heighten when too many people paid attention to her at once.

"Don't mind him," Naruto whispered to her, giving her a reassuring squeeze.

Sakura, not one to let things die down, suddenly grabbed Ino by the hand, pulling her out of Naruto's arms. "Come on, Ino-chan! We need to start planning everything—baby clothes, the nursery, maybe even a baby shower! You know I love organizing these things."

Ino blinked, still trying to catch up with Sakura's enthusiasm. "Y-you're acting like it's your baby!" she stammered, but Sakura just grinned, dragging her across the room while she rambled on about cute baby outfits and how she couldn't wait to spoil the little one.

Just as Naruto thought he could relax for a moment, Tsunade strode into the precinct, her eyes immediately landing on him. Without a word, she pulled him into a bear hug, smothering him against her chest. "I can't believe little Naruto is going to be a father!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with pride.

Naruto struggled to breathe, his face once again turning a bright shade of red. "G-Granny Tsunade, can you let go? I can't... breathe!" he gasped, trying to free himself from her grip.

Ino, seeing Tsunade's arms wrapped around her husband, suddenly felt a surge of possessiveness. Her shy side melted away, and her more assertive side kicked in. She stormed over and pulled Naruto away from Tsunade, glaring at her with a mix of embarrassment and protectiveness. "Back off, Tsunade-sama," she said, her voice low but firm. "Naruto is mine."

Tsunade blinked, taken aback by Ino's sudden change in demeanor. "Oh?" she said, raising an eyebrow.

Ino, blushing furiously, tugged at Naruto's shirt, pulling down his collar just enough to reveal a few faint scratch marks. "See these? I'm the one who gave them to him. He's mine, and no one else's."

The room fell silent for a moment, everyone staring at Ino in shock. Naruto's face turned an even deeper shade of red as he realized what she had just said. "I-Ino-chan!" he stammered, completely mortified.

Sasuke, who had been watching the entire exchange, let out a rare chuckle. "I can't believe it," he said, shaking his head. "You didn't even do the work, Naruto. Seems like your wife is in control."

Kiba doubled over in laughter. "I didn't realize you were so... submissive, Naruto!"

Naruto wanted to disappear on the spot, his face burning with embarrassment. "I-I'm not!" he protested weakly, but the teasing was relentless.

Sakura, who had been standing by with wide eyes, finally burst into laughter. "Ino, I had no idea you were so... bold! I'm proud of you! You're an inspiration to women everywhere!"

Ino, realizing the weight of her words, blushed even more and quickly buried her face in Naruto's chest again. "I can't believe I just said that..." she mumbled, feeling mortified.

Naruto, feeling completely overwhelmed, sighed heavily and rubbed the back of his head. "Can we just go to my office?" he muttered, trying to escape the laughter and teasing that surrounded them.

As they hurried toward Naruto's office, Ino still clinging to him for comfort, Sasuke called out behind them, "You'd better hurry up with those kids! Sarada's going to need someone to play with soon."

Naruto groaned, his face still flushed as he dragged Ino into the office. He collapsed into his chair, burying his face in his hands. "Why is everyone always teasing us?" he muttered.

Ino, still embarrassed but feeling a little better now that they were away from everyone, sat down beside him and placed her hand on her belly. "I guess it's just because they care," she said softly, her face still red.

Naruto peeked out from behind his hands, smiling sheepishly. "Yeah... I guess you're right."

Despite the teasing, despite the embarrassment, they knew one thing for sure—they had each other, and soon, they'd have a new addition to their family. And no amount of teasing could take that joy away.

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The sun was setting as Naruto and Ino left the precinct, walking hand in hand. The golden light bathed the streets, making everything feel calm and peaceful. Naruto's face was still slightly flushed from all the teasing earlier in the day, but the warmth of Ino beside him made it easier to forget the embarrassment. They had each other, and that was all that mattered.

Ino leaned into Naruto, her hand gripping his a little tighter as they walked side by side. Her growing baby bump was just beginning to show, and as they passed people on the street, some gave her warm smiles, while others whispered with excitement, recognizing them from the village. Ino felt proud, not just because she was carrying Naruto's child, but because she was with him—someone who had always been there for her, no matter what.

"I still can't believe it," Ino murmured, her voice soft as she rested her head against Naruto's shoulder. "I'm really going to be a mom soon."

Naruto smiled, glancing down at her with that familiar, goofy grin that made her heart flutter every time. "You're going to be an amazing mom, Ino-chan. Our baby's going to be so lucky to have you."

Ino blushed, though this time it was from happiness, not embarrassment. "I feel so lucky too, Naruto-kun. I never imagined things would turn out like this, you know? You, me, a family. It's more than I ever dreamed."

They walked in comfortable silence for a moment, enjoying the gentle breeze that rustled through the trees lining the street. As they turned a corner, they spotted Hinata approaching from the opposite direction, her gentle smile lighting up as soon as she saw them.

"Ino-chan! Naruto-kun!" Hinata greeted them warmly, her eyes immediately darting to Ino's small but noticeable bump. "I just heard the news. Congratulations! I'm so happy for both of you."

Ino's face turned pink with embarrassment, but she managed to smile. "Thank you, Hinata. It's all still sinking in."

Hinata's eyes sparkled with excitement. "Have you two thought about names yet? I'm sure whatever name you choose, it'll be perfect."

Ino chuckled nervously. "We've talked about it a little, but we haven't made any decisions yet. There's still plenty of time."

Naruto scratched the back of his head, grinning awkwardly. "Yeah, we're still figuring it out. But we'll let you know once we've decided."

Hinata smiled again, her eyes filled with warmth. "I can't wait to see what you come up with. I'm sure the baby will be as wonderful as the both of you."

With that, they said their goodbyes, and Hinata continued on her way. Ino sighed in relief once she was out of earshot, resting her head back against Naruto's shoulder as they resumed walking.

"I feel like everyone's going to keep asking us about names until we pick one," Ino murmured, glancing up at Naruto with a small smile.

Naruto laughed softly. "Yeah, probably. But I trust you to pick a great one, Ino-chan."

Ino stopped in her tracks, looking at him in surprise. "Wait, you're leaving the name up to me?"

Naruto shrugged, smiling warmly. "Of course. You're the one carrying our baby for nine months. You should have the honor of choosing the name."

Ino's heart swelled with emotion, her cheeks flushing again, though this time it was from the overwhelming love she felt for Naruto. "You really are the best, Naruto-kun," she whispered, stepping closer to him and wrapping her arms around his waist in a tight hug. "I'm so lucky to have you."

Naruto's face reddened as he returned the embrace, his hands gently resting on her lower back. "I'm the lucky one, Ino-chan. You've done so much for me... I don't know where I'd be without you."

Ino pulled back slightly, her eyes meeting his with a soft smile. "Well, I know one thing for sure. We're in this together, and no matter what happens, we'll figure it out."

Naruto nodded, his eyes shining with affection. "Yeah, together."

They continued their walk through the village, stopping occasionally to admire the flowers blooming in the gardens. Ino was particularly drawn to the colorful displays, her love for flowers always shining through no matter where they were.

As they walked past a small park, Ino suddenly stopped and turned to Naruto, her expression serious but soft. "Naruto-kun, have you ever thought about what kind of parent you'll be?"

Naruto blinked in surprise, not having expected the question. "Uh... well, I guess I've thought about it a little. I just want to be a good dad, you know? Someone our child can look up to."

Ino smiled at his answer, her heart swelling with love. "You will be. I know you will."

Naruto blushed, feeling a little self-conscious from her praise. "Thanks, Ino-chan. I'll do my best."

Ino reached out and took his hand again, her fingers lacing through his as they continued walking. "I know you will. And we'll figure it out together. You, me, and our little one."

Naruto squeezed her hand gently, a warm smile spreading across his face. "Yeah. We'll make a great team."

They continued walking in comfortable silence, their hands clasped together as they shared the quiet joy of the moment. Ino's mind wandered as she thought about their future—about the home they were building together, the life they were creating, and the little one that would soon be joining them.

As they walked, some women passing by couldn't help but glance enviously at the couple. Naruto, always the doting husband, had his arm protectively wrapped around Ino's waist, his expression soft and full of love. It wasn't just the sight of a couple in love that caught their attention—it was the way Naruto treated Ino, the way he looked at her like she was the most precious thing in the world.

Ino noticed the glances and smiled to herself, feeling a sense of pride. She was lucky, and she knew it. Naruto had always been kind, always made her feel special. As they walked down the busy streets of the village, she felt a deep sense of contentment wash over her.

After a while, Ino turned to Naruto again, her voice quiet but playful. "Naruto-kun, I've been thinking... have you come up with any names yet?"

Naruto chuckled, shaking his head. "I haven't really thought about it much. But, like I said, I trust you to come up with the perfect name."

Ino's eyes widened in surprise. "You're leaving the whole decision up to me?"

Naruto nodded, his expression serious but affectionate. "Yeah. You're the one who's carrying our child. You should have the honor."

Ino blushed, feeling touched by his words. "I-I don't know if I can do it alone... Maybe we can decide together?"

Naruto smiled warmly, leaning down to kiss her on the forehead. "Of course. We'll figure it out together."

Ino's heart swelled with love, and she leaned into his side as they continued walking. "I'm so happy, Naruto-kun. I'm happy that I'm carrying your child. And I'm even happier that you're my husband."

Naruto blushed, his face turning a deep shade of red. "I'm happy too, Ino-chan. I still can't believe you're my wife."

Ino giggled, her heart feeling light. "Well, believe it. You're stuck with me."

Naruto laughed, pulling her closer as they walked. "I wouldn't have it any other way."

As they neared their home, Ino suddenly stopped and turned to Naruto with a playful smile. "You know, Naruto-kun... you have a lot of great qualities."

Naruto raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued. "Oh yeah? Like what?"

Ino's smile turned mischievous as she leaned in closer, her voice dropping to a teasing whisper. "Well, for starters... you're strong, you're kind, and you have... a very attractive cousin."

Naruto's face turned bright red as he realized she was referring to Sasuke. "W-what?! Ino-chan!"

Ino giggled, clearly enjoying his reaction. "I'm just teasing, Naruto-kun. You know I only have eyes for you."

Naruto pouted, his face still red from embarrassment. "That's not funny, Ino-chan..."

Ino laughed softly, leaning up to kiss him on the cheek. "I'm just teasing. You know I love you."

Naruto sighed, his expression softening as he looked at her. "I love you too, Ino-chan."

They shared a quiet moment, their foreheads resting together as they stood in the middle of the street. People passed by, some casting curious glances, while others smiled at the sight of the young couple so deeply in love.

Naruto and Ino didn't care about the people watching. All they cared about was each other, and the life they were building together.

As they finally reached their home, Naruto turned to Ino with a soft smile

the end


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