I like it.

The reflective nature of which you communicate so well in Shikamaru really shines through here. Wrapping up the occurrences and even including a quick walk through the histories of some events was done so very well. It was nice to spend moments in time with remembering the relationships and visiting the closeness that each of these characters feel. No doubt that given a day or two at the funerals of their respective fathers, Ino and Shikamaru would have shared even more with one another.

I do like the hint to a prospective relationship between Ino and Kiba and the incredible closeness shared by Ino, Shikamaru, and Choji.

This is a very well rounded piece. I adore the final scroll and including Sai into the group of ninja that became a family w/ their closeness as well as the snapshots that were given of what transpired after the war. This piece is brimming with raw emotion, warmly received.

I realized I haven't left a comment but I favorited a story O.o

It's very melancholic and kind of bittersweet and beautifully written! It made me tear a bit while reading. And I love how everyone tries to comfort each other and offer their strength and sympathies. You've shown great and strong bonds of friendship (and YOUTHFULNESS!) and understanding that comes with it. Just like a salve

I don't know why this does not have man faves, because i seriously liked it. It has a very real feeling to it as if the manga will actually end this way. ) Also the whole Neji dying thing and Sai not considering him to be a part of the rookie 11 i like it, it had a lot of feeling in it and I admit i found my self in tears at one point! P Good job!

Wonderful. I think its amazing on how you tackled the Konoha 11 bonds, its so true on how they're all linked with one another. I was about to cry with the mention of Neji, damn. I also love the scroll for Sai, that was just heart warming