Naruto, frowning: It's just...I'm pretty sure Hinata likes me, and I think I might like her back. But I'm not sure how to ask her out.
Iruka, chuckles and sits next to him: I don't know if I'll be able to help with that. I've never had to ask a girl out before.
Iruka, blushing and panicking: Er, I mean! I just never...had the chance. You know me, super busy all of the time. Between the academy and the mission desk, I barely think about that kind of stu-
Naruto: It's okay, Iruka-sensei. I know you're gay as hell. *rubs his chin in thought* Hmm, I got it! I'll ask Shikamaru for help!
this is lowkey one of my fav moments between iruka and naruto (yes i know it occurs within seconds of them being introduced lmao) like we really get a feel for their relationship and how iruka clearly knows naruto well and cares about motivating him to do better bc he sees so much potential in naruto and knows that he can…don’t get me started on iruka being one of the only adults in the entire fuckin’ village who’s willing to spend one-on-one time w/ naruto and treat him like a human being (more importantly, a human child) instead of a monster