A/N So, this is going to be a very interesting fic, for me at least. In my entire writing experience, which was pretty much the second I could even begin to spell, I have never done a more girly guy. Not in the run around in a dress tranny sense, but in a more kind appearance. I like making rough and tough, heartless guys. This time though, I'll be making my lead, Naruto, a nicer sweeter guy. It will either be a win or an extreme fail that will require the instant evacuation of this account. I'm hoping for mega win. As for planning, I have spent a LOT of time thinking about it. Yeah, it's been about two months since I sent out that preview-like chappy, but that is because I wanted to be 100% sure I was going through with this. Which I am. Onto the chappy~!

Warnings A slightly naïve Naruto. Really cruel Gaara and some violence. Rated M for foul language and mature themes. Also I don't want to have creativity restricted. Honestly it could probably pass as a T. If I do a lemon, which I have a 90% chance of doing, I'll probably post it on AdultFanFiction, which has no relation to FanFiction. Anything that happens in it has no importance, it's just for, well ya know.

DisclaimerI own nothing in this. Well the idea was mine but Naruto belongs to . . . well whoever made Naruto. (Too lazy to look it up)

Lightening flashed behind the mansion. The girl swooned in the man's arm. His eyes became a glimmering red through brown bangs as he stared down at her exposed veins. Fangs expanded slowly as he nudged her into an even foggier mind state. Moving like a cobra, he sunk his teeth into her neck. Escaping rivulets of red blo-

"What complete bullshit." Kyuubi complained, turning off the TV.

A young blonde haired boy turned doe-like blue eyes on his older brother. His older sibling had the same blue eyes but they were always icy with cruel plots and mean jokes. Foxy red hair was held back in a ponytail that reached to his shoulder blades. Kyuubi Uzumaki was an idol in Naruto Uzumaki's eyes. The younger brother was lying on the couch while the older brother stood, glaring at the now blank TV.

"I thought you were looking forward to the new Vampiric Kiss II movie." Naruto said, popping popcorn from the bowl he cradled against his chest into his mouth.

Buttery goodness exploded on his tongue as his brother explained his annoyance, "Well the story was stupid. One friggin rose and she is slapping on a label saying 'EAT ME'. Where is the horror? The fangs were crap as well."

Still not understanding why Kyuubi wanted the horror, Naruto was content to nod like he got it. It was a starry evening and the moon was rising outside the window at the end of the brown couch. Their 34 inch LED TV was sporting a black screen so the only light came from the kitchen. A fuzzy warm glow was settled in his chest, being able to spend time with his brother was a treat. Happy, he closed his tired eyes.

"You sleeping?" His brother's voice asked.

Eyes still closed, he answered, "Trying."

The couch dipped at the end where his feet were so he knew Kyuubi had sat down, "Don't sleep now. There are other things to do on a night like this."

Peeking a single blue eye open, he glanced at his brother, "Like what?"

"Exploring," A dangerous glint sparkled in his icy blue eyes, "Come on, it'll be fun!"

Not wanting to go but unwilling to disappoint his brother, Naruto pulled himself into a sitting position, "Fine, where are we going to go?"

Kyuubi grinned, "Just put on a sweater and meet me on the porch in ten. Don't wake up dad."

"But shouldn't he know we are going out this late?" He asked, unsure.

The smile slipped, instantly making Naruto wish he could bite back his words, "I'm sure dad won't care," Kyuubi said carefully, anger underlying his tone, "He's too busy getting drunk."

Their dad, Minato Uzumaki, had once upon a time been a great dad. When their mom died though, he had changed. At first Naruto had been scared and terrified, his eight year old self not knowing what was going on. However, Kyuubi had carefully guided his brother and taught him what their dad failed to. All because of alcohol. Now Naruto was 16 and knew a lot more, Kyuubi 18, but still he wondered what made his dad do that; abandon two little boys so he could drink his sorrow away.

He pulled himself from that thought line and tugged off his blanket. Slightly missing the warmth, he swung his legs off the edge of the couch and shivered as they touched the cold hardwood floor. His brother had already made his way downstairs to his basement room. Naruto climbed up the carpeted stairs to the second floor. It led off into a hallway. The first door to his left was slightly cracked open. He could smell the stench of alcohol strongly and his father's mop of golden hair covered his sleeping face, Moving closer, he watched the rise and fall of his father's figure. Carefully, Naruto closed the door all the way, it making the faintest of clicks.

Slightly sick to his stomach, he continued to the end of the hall. On the right his door stood proudly. Opening it quietly he slipped inside. As he closed it he also flicked on the light. His room was simple with a wooden framed bed, a dresser, a closet, a mirror, and across from the door and overlooking the forest, a window. At the moment it was securely shut. The floor creaked as he walked over to his closet and pulled out his favorite sweater. It was a dark orange, zip up, hooded, with a double pockets on the front. He tugged it over his navy blue T Shirt that had a smiling Meat Bun on the front, and zipped it up. Glancing down at his faded jeans, he decided they were okay. Wiggling his bare toes, he pulled out some socks as well,

Sitting down on his plain white sheets, he pulled on the socks. Finished getting ready, he quietly padded his way back down the hall. Slower on the stairs so he wouldn't cause that much noise, he reached the bottom without waking his dad. Quickly he stuffed his feet into his plain runners. Excited and nervous he opened the front door and stepped out onto the porch.

Kyuubi was already waiting, his fox red hair a spotlight in the night. The moon was full so it gave off plenty of light and Naruto could see the smile that passed over the other boy's face. It was a chilling smile and once again, nervousness squirmed into his gut.

"You finally ready?" Kyuubi asked, turning around.

Startled that his brother had noticed him, Naruto answered slowly, "Ah, yeah."

"Well come on." He said, walking down the steps.

Naruto mutely followed. Curiosity got the best of him though when they reached the edge of the forest.

As Kyuubi flicked on his flashlight, he spoke into the silence, "Where exactly are we going?"

"You remember that story I told you about a house in the woods?"

"Yeah, the one with the crazy loons that used to own it. They moved out ages ago though."

"Well I say we go and search for the house." The flashlight beam cut through the night.

Scared, a lot, Naruto shakily disagreed, "Why should we do that? It's late and there could be bears or wolves."

Kyuubi turned around and grinned, "That's what makes it fun."

"But . . ."

"Come on! Don't be a scaredy cat Naru; it's just a little exploration."

Tentatively he nodded and Kyuubi's face lit up.

"I'll lead, watch where you step." He waved the flashlight into the distance.

There wasn't much noise as the two boys began to make their way through the forest. Naruto was hopelessly lost after a few minutes but Kyuubi seemed to know where he was going. In the dark skeletal maze of trees in late autumn, Naruto's thoughts easily drifted to the past.

He was 16 now. Eight years ago had been when his mother had died. It was a car crash. He, Kyuubi, and his mother had been on a short trip to visit their grandparents. Naruto still remembered the night vividly. It wasn't something you just forgot.

"Kyuubi's being mean again! I wanna sit in the front seat." Naruto complained.

His determined blue eyes tried to convince her that it was his turn. She had long red hair and keen blue eyes. He reached up to tug on her shirt when she didn't look at first.

"MOOOOMMMMM!" Naruto wailed.

Kyuubi snickered from inside the car which only agitated him further.

"Naruto, I know you want to feel grown up but it's against the law to let you ride in the front seat," His mother said, turning to look at him, "Kyuubi is ten so he is allowed. Just wait two years sweetie."

"But-"

"Granny and Grandpa are going to be lonely if we keep them waiting." She smiled.

Quelled, Naruto hoisted himself into the back seat. It smelled like cigarettes but mom had told him it was cuz it was a rented car. He kicked his feet trying to reach the ground but gave up after a while. Quickly he put on his seatbelt as the car began moving. For a while he amused himself with counting the cars that drove by. It didn't last though and he fell asleep.

"We're here." Kyuubi told him, wrenching him from his thoughts.

The flashlight lit up what looked like a blend between a tree and a house. It was covered in vines and falling apart. The windows were all smashed and several parts of the walls were falling down. Naruto was amazed it was still standing.

"We are not going in there." He said as Kyuubi began walking up the porch steps.

His brother cast him an annoyed look and continued walking. Grumbling under his breath, Naruto followed suit. Ever step he took made the porch creak and when Kyuubi touched the door it swung open. Unease was making a permanent nest in his stomach as he stepped over the threshold. The room was completely empty with an inch of dust covering the ground. Something was bothering him a lot but he couldn't put his finger on it. Kyuubi fearlessly walked into the center of the room and waved the flashlight around.

"Three doors; pick one." He said.

"What are we looking for?" Naruto asked.

"Anything, people say these guys murdered someone. Maybe there is a skeleton."

He stared at his brother, "And you want to find it?"

Kyuubi glanced at him for a moment, "It's just a story, and chances are the only thing we'll find is dust. I'm just confirming whether it's true or not."

He went back to examining the doors. One was at the end of the room, one on the left, and one on the right. It was eerie how they were set up.

"I call the one on the left then." Naruto said.

"Okay, then I'll take the one on the right. Scream if you're dying."

"Ha ha," He said, hiding how freaked out he was.

Kyuubi opened his door and left Naruto alone.

"HEY I NEED LIGHT!" He yelled.

A flashlight went sailing into the room and he barely caught it.

"Thanks!" Kyuubi didn't reply.

Swallowing back a bit of his fear, he crossed the room and gently pushed the door open. It led into a staircase going down. Great, he got the basement. He flicked the light on and aimed it down the stairs. A few steps down there was a hole in one and at the bottom he saw a cement floor. Carefully he made his way down. Thankfully none of the stairs gave out but one bent under his foot making him move faster. He was shocked when he looked over the room.

There were no windows in the basement and not a single piece of furniture. On the walls there were odd glyphs and drawings. The room's pressure itself was heavier. Unease went to max but he couldn't help but be drawn to the door at the end of the room. All the symbols seemed to be originating from it. Curiosity won against common sense and he took a few steps closer. The floor was cold under his feet and he began to shiver. Every step he took was more difficult as he neared the door and his fear rose. Finally he was facing it though.

His hand shook as he placed it on the brass knob. Inside him something was urging him, gently nudging him to twist the knob. There was a click as he twisted it and it swung in.

Everything seemed to freeze and then it all shattered. A tremor went through the air and the pressure in the room dropped. Nausea swept over him as he felt something rush past him. Black spots clouded his vision and he doubled over clutching his stomach. A prickling sensation made him freeze and turn around. His flashlight was on the floor but it illuminated him perfectly.

The guy had spiky red hair and fiery cyan eyes. They glimmered with a predatory sheen and Naruto felt his breathing stop. Neither of them moved, staring at each other. The other guy was wearing a filthy white shirt and ripped jeans. Dirt was smudged all over him and he looked like he had just gone through war. What scared Naruto so much was that he felt nothing. Nothing came from this guy. Most people had a presence but this guy was like he wasn't there.

Unable to hold his breath anymore, he took a breath. Instantly the guy was gone and Naruto felt something slam into him from behind. Terror made his scream catch in his throat as he rolled over. His arms were pinned down and the guy was on top of him. He opened his mouth and Naruto saw a flash of fangs. Years of watching vampire movies with Kyuubi kicked in. Heaving and struggling he tried to push the guy off. His strength was incredible though and he didn't even budge. Naruto shut his eyes as he felt the gust of warm breath on his neck. His heart beat furiously and his only thought was, Oh, god, no. Vampire?

"Naruto? Where are you?" Kyuubi's voice cut through the dark.

Suddenly the hands pinning him were gone. The stairs creaked with his brother's weight and Naruto pulled himself up. He felt the adrenaline still coursing through his veins. Fear lingered as well.

"What are you doing?" The fox haired boy asked as he stepped off the last step.

"The sy-" Looking around in shock he saw there was nothing on the walls.

"The what?"

Spinning around he saw the door was also gone, "I- I don't know."

"Well come on, this was a waste of time." His brother pulled him off the floor.

Questions swirled through his mind but the only thing that made sense was that he was crazy. Glancing at his bruised arms, another story was being told.

"Kyuubi," He said tentatively as they began walking down the pooch steps.

"Hm?"

"I- do you know where you're going?" He changed his mind.

There was no point in making his brother think he was insane.

"What's up with this?" Kyuubi asked, stopping.

Looking around Naruto saw what he was talking about. The trees were all dead, the vines, even the grass.

"Let's get out of here." He whispered into the silence.

Finally, he knew what had scared him so bad. The whole time they hadn't heard a single creature.

"Yeah." Kyuubi even sounded nervous.

A single twig snapping had them take off running. The trip that had seemed so long was shortened as they raced through the forest. Naruto's legs burned and his breath came in pants but memory of the fangs kept him going. The two flashlight beams flared over the endless trees but eventually he noticed the trees thinning. Despite his screaming muscles he pushed harder and he and Kyuubi exited the forest. Running faster than he ever had, he sprinted across the lawn and up the stairs. Bursting into the house, Kyuubi followed in.

Gasping and panting he sat down with a thump. His heart was racing a mile a minute and he began calming himself down. Kyuubi sat beside him and for a few minutes they sat in silence.

"That never happened, okay?" Kyuubi said, breaking the silence.

Naruto nodded, unwilling to speak.

"What happened?"

"I don't know." Naruto answered honestly.

"We better get to bed." His brother got up.

Despite his poker face, Naruto could tell how freaked out he was and that just scared him even more.

"Night." Naruto said and began walking up the stairs.

When he reached his room he fell onto his bed, shivering. The second his head touched the pillow all his strength fled and even the image of those fangs couldn't keep him awake. A chill still bothered him even as he fell asleep.