desert–king:

愛— “Ever since you saved me from the darkness Naruto”  He mumbled, reaching over to clasp Naruto’s hands. “I’ve loved you" 

「 ℕ」— Hands joined, the blond was redder then ever. He moved to hide his face on the other’s shoulder, the embarrassment of it all getting to him. He was admitting things he’d only dreamed of, thoughts he purposely forgot so that they wouldn’t sway his judgement or heed his actions. "You understood me yaknow, I wasn’t alone.. I wasn’t the only jinchuuriki.. They all hated us, but.. ever since I met you..” Trailing off he shifted his head slightly, to somewhat look at the redhead whilst still keeping contact with his shoulder. “I love you Gaara..”