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"Oh man, I feel like my whole body squeezed into a tight hole," he muttered, then opened his eyes. That proved the be a mistake because as his eyes opened, he was unable to see because of the light. "Wait, am I in a hospital?" He thought, finally being able to open his eyes. "Oh, that's right, some moron ran me over!"

He remembered leaving the local gym after his workout. He decided to run his way back to his apartment. He made it to an intersection, then waited for the walk sign to appear. He was just about to make it across when he saw headlights coming from his left. After that nothing. He couldn't believe his luck, no he cursed that moron that ran a red light!

"Ugh, well it's superb that I am in a hospital now," he deduced not noticing his voice was just gibberish. "Hey, can anyone hear me! I'm awake now!" He tired saying, but again all that came out was gibberish.

He attempted speaking again but stopped he heard voices. "Finally, can someone explain to me whats going on," he demanded, moving his vision to the people. To him, these people looked like giants- he put it off as laying down. Confusion cruised through him when he realized that the people were not speaking English, but Japanese. The sole reason he knew the language was due to his fascination at a young age. All the anime he watched help also. His mussing ended when he heard something that made his blood run cold.

"What did you just say! I'm not a baby you...you!" He stopped himself from insulting the person, but still had more to say. "Where the hell am I, and where is the doctor!" He babbled, forgetting that his voice was incoherent.

"Aw, look Masaru he opened his eyes!" The women above him spoke. After some head moving, he was able to get a valuable view of the person. What he realized made him panic. She was not just above him but cradling him in her arms. His mind raced back to the earlier conversation- he was a god, damn baby! After that revelation, the now confirmed baby vocals began to cry.

"Shh, don't cry Kazuki-Chan, Ka-san is here," the women holding him spoke.

That got him to quiet down. "So that is my name, huh, Peace and Hope- he could live with that. Wait! NO! his name was Christopher!"

That's when the other women decided to speak again. He concluded that this was the nurse. The other person was male, presumably his father.

"So Kazuki, is that the name you have chosen Emiko-Chan?"

"Hai, his name is Kazuki... Kazuki Uchiha."

"Uchiha?" He mused. "Where have I heard that before?" Nothing came to mind, but then realization hit him harder than the car that ran him over. "U-Uchiha, n-n-nooo n-nooo, this can't be real. It also has to be some dream," he denied. "Yeah, I will just wake up and be in a normal hospital."

That was the last thought he had before falling asleep- being mentally exhausted.

It has been a few days since he woke up in this new life. After some, no, a lot of panicking he managed to calm down and access his situation.

He started by piecing together all his knowledge of the Naruto anime. He remembered that there were two parts to the show. Naruto's genin days and then a time skip that followed with the Shippuden timeline.

He started by piecing together all the details he could remember from the show. After that, figure out where in the timeline was he. Finally, decide what path he would take to ensure his survival. Given he ended up on the Naruto timeline. There was a small part of him that wishes he wasn't though- save's him all the frustration.

His changes in attitude did have its consequences. His parents become worried about him. He couldn't blame them. The first few days all he cursed whatever put him in this situation. Well, to the outside world crying. Then he goes to silent baby mode as if someone flipped a switch.

From that point on he decided to cut the people some slack. He never had parents in his other life. His mother passed away during his birth, and his father just left him. Raised in the orphanage for seven years until they located his mother's brother.

His uncle rarely involved himself in his life. Not that he could fault the man. With him having two kids of his own to take care off. He was especially grateful- receiving a proper education, later managing to enlist in the military. His cousins after high school also when their separate ways.

He spent five years in the Military before released. On his return, he got himself an apartment and started college. He wasn't sure of his profession, so he just took general courses.

Besides being reborn into probably the worst possible family/clan, he was sure of one thing. Living this new life to the fullest will be his top priority, and no-one will tell him otherwise.

Three years old :

Three years have passed since my entrance into the Shinobi world. During those years he managed to pick up some useful information. Most importantly his position in the canon timeline. Well, he was yet to enter the main storyline. He was three years older than Itachi meaning that he would be eight to nine years older than the Rookie Nine.

That last part opened some memories that flew passed his mind. How could he forget the Uchiha Clan massacre? After having another panic attack and giving my mother some grey hairs- he calmed down.

After gaining some resolve, he concluded that he didn't care about Itachi. A prodigy he will be, but that will not seal his fate. Itachi was one of his favorite characters in the series, but when it involves his life he moved onto his blacklist. The masked man will be the real danger during the massacre.

He had three years on him, so all he had to do was train his ass off. His parents are already calling him a prodigy, but he thinks that only because of his adult brain. If he was a prodigy, better yet no? At least him born an Uchiha came with having natural combat prowess.

Now that he was three years old he was able to do some exercises that would allow his body to adapt to the more gruesome training later. It surprised him how his body could hold up even at such a young age. Back in his first life three-year-olds could barely run without tripping on their legs.

Of course, all of this was after he convinced his Ka-san to let him do some training. Over the years he has come to adore his mother. She practically raised him by herself. Father was always busy with clan matters, or out on missions. That didn't bother him though- familiar with not having parents at all, but it overjoyed him that his mother was around.

Being a three-year-old did come with some problems. The toddler body he possessed battle with his adult brain on multiple occasions.

His hand-to-hand combat he learned in the Military will be notably useful. He was more of a grabble, and up-close fighter. Facing off heavier and taller opponents would be a limitation. The Uchiha had a fighting style, so he had that failsafe.

Another thing that got his attention was that the Third Shinobi war was in progress. That explained why his father was absent for most of his life. That also meant that Obito would suffer his accident particularly soon- if he hasn't already. He was able to leave his house and explore the compound and saw no sign of Obito.

Someone that he did notice was a young toddler by the name of Shisui. He was only two years of age, and could barely walk, let alone speak clearly. He was also a person that would be in his best interest to not interact with because of the timeline. Though, if Shisui was to live Shisui might be able to stop the massacre from happening. That is if Danzo didn't get a hold of his Mangekyo Sharingan. It was still years away, so he didn't need to plan for it now. His existence here could have just made the timeline flow differently.

"Kazuki it is time for dinner, so clean yourself up and come inside," his mother yelled from inside the house. Kazuki let a smile grace his face at the sound of his mother. One thing was for sure he would not allow his mother to fall to Itachi's or Obito's hands. Not if he had anything to say about it- keeping the timeline in order will come second. He always wondered how an AU Naruto story would play out in real life.

"I will be right their Ka-san!" He yelled out letting his body relax which allowed all the leaf's sticking to his body fall. He was glad that his mother approved of starting his training. With it, he was able to unlock his chakra, and begin basic control exercises. At the pace he was at, would have him be able to walk up trees by next year. Something that surprised his father, and mother.

His father gifted him some practice Kunai and shuriken to further his training also. He was not able to hit the targets just yet. Being too weak to throw the things a great distance. That did not stop him from learning the proper stances and ways to hold the weapons.

"Hey, Ka-san do you think Tou-san will make it back soon? I think that I will be able to use those kunai soon," he asked making his way to the kitchen table.

Kazuki was now sitting down at the table as his mother finished setting it up. He didn't miss that smirk that his mother gave as she sat another plate down where his father would sit. He was about to ask, but another voice interrupted him.

"Hoho, is all you need from me kunai practice Kazuki-Kun?" He heard his fathers voice. Startled by the voice Kazuki turned to its direction, and there clad in his casual clothes was his father. It's only been a month since his father's left, so he didn't change much. He did grow out his facial hair to have a goatee.

"Tou-san!" It was these types of moments, Kazuki noticed that even though he was an adult in mind, he was still evidently much a kid in this world. Another reason is that he didn't have parents in his other life.

"I'm glad that you have not slacked off on your training, son. Someone has to take care of your Ka-san while I'm away."

"Masaru... I'm still incredibly capable of taking care of myself, thank you," Emiko retorted in a sweet tone that promised pain. "Though, I'm also proud to see Kazuki advance so fast."

Masaru quickly nodded fearing for his life. "Indeed, at this rate, you will not have to stay at the academy longer than a year my boy. You are not only making us proud of you son but the whole clan also."

Praises were things that Kazuki rarely received- his other life included. Hearing them come out of his parent's mouths overjoyed him greatly.

"Alright, there can be more talking later. I'm sure both of you are hungry, so eat up."

"Hai, Ka-san/Emiko-Chan!" Father and son chorused simultaneously.

Smaller conversation rains the table while eating, but nothing of importance. Kazuki was glad for this moment when his whole family was able to eat together. His father was only going to be back for a few days before sent off on another mission.

From what he's heard the war was just nearing its climax, so everyone is on edge to the other villages movements. Pushing those thoughts away to focus more on the ways he will spend these few days. It won't be for another two to three months for his father next return.

Little did he realize that these next few days would be the last time he will see his father.

Six Years Old :

Seeing a punch head his way he sidestepped to the right. It gave him enough momentum to spin around his opponent. He linked his arms under the other armpits. In doing so, with ease, he lifted the other up and slammed him to the ground.

"Ugh, Kazuki! You said you were only going to use the Uchiha Intercepting Fist," a boy complained picking himself off the ground. He had short black hair with spikes leading out in random directions. He looked to be around five years of age with noticeable chubby cheeks.

Kazuki gave the kid a blank stare. "Take that as a lesson then Shisui. Never trust your opponent because at any moment they can stab you in the back."

Kazuki was now six years of age. Like Shisui he had short black hair, without the spikes. He stood at 4 feet 6 inches- well above his age group.

After his fourth birthday, he enrolled in the academy. Like his father predicted, he only lasted one year before graduating at the age of five- tying the record with someone named Kakashi Hatake.

Since that point, he has been a genin. The graduating class he was in, already had their teams assembled, so the shinobi reserves became his dropoff. Being in the reserves allowed him to meet many new individuals with different combat styles. The experience was well worth being without a team. The only downside was the lack of higher ranking mission, due to the lack of a Jonin leader.

During one of his missions, a group of Iwa shinobi ambushed his team while on patrol run. The enemy was no higher then chunin. His team consisted of three chunin and himself. Taken by surprise allowed the enemy the advantage.

One of his teammates froze from the shock and was not able to move from a Kunai that stabbed into his heart. After that, his other two teammates bolted into action.

His remaining teammates took up an opponent. A kid around the age of 12 remained as his opponent. He did not have a flat jacket, so he guessed that he was also a genin like himself.

Flashback :

"Hahaha, what do we have here. Shouldn't you be at home playing with your toys puny boy?" The Genin mocked trying to rile him up. Kazuki's only response was to get into his fighting stance.

"Tsk, well, if you're so eager to die! Who am I to deny you that privilege!" The Genin roared launching himself at Kazuki.

The genin managed to close the distance at an impressive speed and began a Taijutsu fight.

Both moved a quick pace, punching, and kicking, after a few minutes both separated with heavy breaths.

"Hmp, so you have some skill brat, but don't think you're leaving this place alive!" The genin proclaimed not long after closing the distance between them again throwing a punch at Kazuki's face.

Kazuki was able to dodge the punch but failed to see the knee heading to his stomach. Slouching over due to the pain gave the genin the ability to knee Kazuki in the face. After the genin Roundhouse kicked Kazuki sending him to impact a tree.

Kazuki picked himself up while wiping the blood he got from an open lip. That action only served to anger the genin resulting in him repeating the act of before.

'Hn, I won't fall for that again,' was Kazuki's thought. First, he leaned out of the incoming punch. Next, he jumped over the genin dodging the knee. After landing behind the genin, he gave the genin a Bolley kick straight to face launching him into the same tree he impacted.

"Ugh! You puny shit! I am going to kill you now," The Iwa genin ranted, but not long after he began going through hand-signs.

Earth Release: Mud bullet's

Seeing the jutsu close in Kazuki widen his eyes. He was able to dodge the first two but then forced to Kawarimi with a log. The genin soon after attempted to Ax kick him. Kazuki rolled out of the kick and used the opportunity to swipe the genins legs. Kazuki quickly made a distance between them and threw some shuriken at the down genin while going through hand-signs.

Ninja Art: Shuriken Shadow Clone Jutsu

Since Kazuki didn't shout out his jutsu name, the Iwa genin was not able to pinpoint his location. Kazuki never understood why anyone would shout out their jutsu name. It held no advantage whatsoever.

The Iwa genin was able to jump, but it was already too late and shuriken impaled legs. Kazuki closed the distance to continue but realized that the Genin was already dead.

"What?" Kazuki whispered, now realizing he killed someone. The shock expression on the genins face was one he would never forget. It didn't take long for his teammates to wrap up their fights and rejoin him.

"Hey Kazuki, you all right?" One of them asked. Not knowing how to deal with the situation he turned to his other teammate for advice but met with a shrug. He sighed and put a hand on my shoulder. "Come-on Kazuki lets hed back and report what happened."

Kazuki nodded and followed his remaining teammates back to the village. He didn't perceive if he should be upset or glad they didn't try to explain his ordeal. If he was any other person and not someone with an adult mind, this could have broken him. He knew that what he did was necessary, but goddammit he was a five-year-old at the time.

He would find out on his return that he managed to activate his Sharingan. How his teammates didn't notice was beyond him.

Flashback end :

"Helloooo, earth to Kazuki. You in there?" Shisui shrieked, waving his hands in front of his face.

Kazuki shook his head forgetting the memory and gave his attention to Shisui. "Oh, right you're here. I'll take my leave now, good day."

"Hey, I'm sorry you're forced to train with me, alright."

Kazuki turned around facing Shisui boring his eyes into his. After his Sharingan activated and labeled a prodigy, he began to train with some of the other Uchiha kids that had potential. All in the hopes that it would allow others to unlock their Sharingan- if that made any sense.

"As long as you give me a challenge Shisui I don't mind. Beside's it's only once a week."

"Hn, you're just lucky you unlocked the Sharingan! When I unlock mine, you will be the one slammed to the ground!" Shisui mimicked the action of slamming Kazuki on the ground.

Kazuki raised an eyebrow at the action. 'He sure is a weird one for the Uchiha standards,' he thought while scratching his head seeing others begin to stare. "Having the Sharingan means nothing Shisui. Yes, it is a great tool to have, but tell me has there ever been a kage with a doujutsu?"

"Hmm, well no, but you are the same age as me and with the Sharingan! You can even defeat all the Uchiha Genin! Shisui babbled while dramatically swaying his arms." Now that I think about it you're the youngest Uchiha to unlock the Sharingan. Even Madara unlocked his Sharingan at seven years old!"

Kazuki was about to tell him the Madara was a taboo topic to talk about, but decided against it. "Yet he was still beaten by the Shodaime. A man who had the Mokuton. Does that make the Mokuton a superior Kekkei Genkai? No, of course not. My point Shisui is that even though we have a doujutsu, even a stray kunai can end our lives."

Seeing Shisui distracted with his words, he made a blitz for his house. Once there he sighed. Ever since his father's reported death, the house has never been the same. Always with a depressive aura that plagued the house. His mother ever since has left retirement and re-enlisted into the forces. His first concern was if she had fallen victim to the Uchiha Curse of Hatred. It relieved him when she volunteered as a medic and support shinobi. All he could now was hope that nothing dire happened.

After stepping foot into the house, he noticed his mother's equipment lying on the floor. Her return was to be by the end of the week, yet it was only Wednesday. He shrugged, missions were somethings finished early.

"Kazuki is that you? I was just looking for you." His mother yelled from within the house, not long after appearing from the hall still clad in her Jounin flat jacket. That shocked him, considering her retirement since pregnancy. He knew of his father's skill, but now he realized that his natural talent came from his mother.

"Welcome back Ka-san. What is it you need?" Kazuki asked watching his mother move from place to place in search of something.

"Have you forgotten already Kazu-Chan?" His mother questioned with a hand on her hips and a smirk.

Kazuki didn't hide his annoyance at the nickname. Only around her would he show such emotions. "Hn, you understand I'm a shinobi now, so you can't call me that no more."

"Oh please, as long as I live and breathe you will be my delicate Kazu-chan."

"Ka-san!"

His mother began to chuckle at his expense. "Okay, okay, back to my question."

Kazuki narrowed his eyes, but soon realization hit him. "Oh, you're starting my training, correct?"

"Yup, now I understand that you just finished sparring with that Shisui kid, but I leave again in a few days so let's make the most of it, yeah?"

"Um, Ka-san, what is it you're searching for, maybe I can help?"

"No need, I found it! I had forgotten where I put the thing, but now that I have it we can head out."

After his mother came into view, he noticed something in her hands. A ninja-to if the little knowledge he had about swords was correct.

Noticing Kazuki's confusion his mother broke the silence. "The sword was mine, back before I retired. My re-enlistment as a medic makes its main use collecting dust. So are you up to learning some Kenjustsu?"

Kazuki couldn't imagine what to say. "But this is your sword Ka-san, I can't just take it."

"No, but's Kazuki! This sword has passed down since Konoha's founding. You, my little Kazu-chan are next in line, so hurry up and meet me in the training field."

Kazuki has received gifts before, but a family heirloom blew all those out of the water. Becoming emotional was only natural, so it was no surprise when a few tears fell. He quickly wiped them away and turned his gaze back to his mother. "Hai, let's go."

"Marvelous! Let's head out before the sun retires."

Training Field :

"Alright, to make training smoother, activate your Sharingan so you can memorize the stances. Once that's done, we'll do some sparring." Instructed his mother, handing him the sword.

Nodding, Kazuki did as instructed. Once he unshielded the sword did he notice its beauty. It was a standard length ninja-to with a black leather handle adorned with red diamonds. At the end of the handle was a chain around a foot in length. On the handle guard was the Uchiha crest. Otherwise, it was black and in a rectangle. The blade was as reflective as a mirror and without imperfections, besides the kanji that is. He gave it a confused glance not recognizing it.

"Those are Fuinjutsu seals," his mother pointed out. "They make the blade stronger and lighter. That's why it looks like it has never been wielder before."

Kazuki knew of Fuinjutsu, but he has not gotten too deep into that area of shinobi arts. The immense potential it held was something he knew. Putting Fuinjutsu was a task that he would dwell in the future for sure. His calligraphy was excellent, so that was not a worry he had. Perhaps he could ask his mother for some pointers.

As if knowing his thoughts his mother butted in. "I'm no expert in the art, but if you're up for it, I can teach you the basics."

"Hai, that would be awesome Ka-san."

No other questions surfaced, so they began with the stances for Kenjutsu. Like instructed Kazuki activated his Sharingan, each with two totems.

The day continued until he was able to memorize the stances. Once completed they did some sparring. He came nowhere near to beating his mother, but that didn't deter him one bit. She was a Jonin now.

After the training session, they both departed back to the compound and retired for the day. His mother piggybacked him, due to his exhaustion. Even when adorned with cuts and bruises, Kazuki lurched to sleep with a smile. Moments like these when he spends time with his mother, he treasured the most.

Chapter End :