#i had it as k14 before i forgot neji would not be at these outings oop

[rookiegenin]

sry i have a lot of thoughts lemme just vomit real quick

Ino is always the one to arrange for a hangout between the K12. Whether it's "hey spread the word" in passing or leaving little invitation scrolls on window sills.

The get togethers are always a fun source of gossip since they try to get everyone together once a month, though sometimes Ino hosts a ✨️girls night✨️ bc she loves playing matchmaker

Ino also takes it as a chance to check in with everyone, especially after the war. Overdue mission returns with zero communication always send an adrenaline rush of fear for former teammates, especially in those who have already lost loved ones.

She jokes she's the group therapist, but she kind of ends up taking on that role. She enjoys being a shoulder to lean on, supporting her friends, but she also enjoys the random village gossip she learns from everyone's venting sessions (ino never would have expected shino to come in so handy in learning which restaurants she should be avoiding because he would note unique bugs he saw in the village)

She claims she's the best person for the job because "I'm the most emotionally mature out of the group, obviously." Shikamaru barks a laugh but before he can speak his comeback dies on his tongue as Choji reminds him Ino was his wingman during his proposal plans because they knew Choji would cry too much.