Kisame sat at a table in the bustling café in Konoha, a slight frown etched on his brow as he mentally sorted through the notes he had made during his conversations with Sakura's friends. Today was the day he had decided to gather those closest to her—her honorary brothers and sister-in-law—to discuss how to make his proposal truly special.

As the door swung open, Shikamaru sauntered in, his usual laid-back demeanor on full display. He spotted Kisame and approached, plopping down into a chair across from him. "What's this all about, then? You sounded serious on the messenger," he said, eyeing Kisame with curiosity.

"I need your help," Kisame admitted, his voice steady despite the weight of his request. "I want to propose to Sakura, but I want it to be perfect. I'm not sure where to start."

Shikamaru raised an eyebrow, clearly surprised but not completely unprepared. "A proposal, huh? You really want to go for it?"

"More than anything," Kisame replied, the determination in his voice clear. "But I need to know what she'd like. I want it to be meaningful, not just some over-the-top gesture."

As if on cue, Chouji and Ino walked in, joining them at the table. "What's going on?" Ino asked, her eyes sparkling with intrigue.

Kisame took a deep breath, feeling the weight of their gazes. "I want to propose to Sakura, and I need your help to make it special."

Chouji's face lit up. "That's awesome, man! We're here for you!"

Ino leaned in, her expression shifting to one of seriousness. "Okay, what do you have in mind? You need to give us some details so we can help."

Kisame began sharing his thoughts, describing the intimate setting he envisioned and the emotions he wanted to convey. He mentioned the necklace Sakura had received from his dead self, the promise it symbolized, and how he wanted to incorporate that into the proposal.

As they discussed ideas, Asuma joined them, his presence commanding but warm. "I heard you were looking for some help," he said with a grin. "I'm glad to see you taking this step."

"Thanks, Asuma," Kisame replied, relieved to have someone who understood the importance of the moment. "I just want to make sure it reflects who she is, not something outrageous or flashy."

"I can help with that," Asuma assured him. "It's about her and what she means to you."

With the group gathered, they began brainstorming ideas, bouncing suggestions off one another. Shikamaru, ever the strategist, started outlining the logistics, considering locations and the best time to surprise her.

Chouji chimed in with thoughts about food, suggesting that they prepare Sakura's favorite dishes to add a personal touch to the proposal. Ino, meanwhile, proposed creating a setting that felt intimate and safe, where Sakura could truly absorb the moment.

As they worked together, Kisame felt a sense of camaraderie blossom among them, each offering their unique perspectives while keeping Sakura at the forefront of their plans. He couldn't help but smile as he imagined the look on her face when he finally proposed.

"Okay, so we have a plan," Shikamaru concluded. "Let's make sure everything is in place, and when the time comes, we'll make it a moment she'll never forget."

Kisame's heart swelled with gratitude as he looked around at the friends who were rallying together to support him. "Thank you, everyone. I can't tell you how much this means to me."

As they wrapped up their meeting, he felt a newfound sense of hope for the future. With their support, he was one step closer to creating a moment that would solidify the bond between him and Sakura—one that would intertwine their lives even more deeply than before.