He hated this. Living a lie like he was—hiding his true nature—his true heritage—from the world. But he didn't have a choice. Working as a double agent for Konoha—while pretending to do so for Sound country—had taught Kabuto a few things over the years. First and foremost to NEVER let either village learn that Kabuto Yakushi was really, in truth, Kabuto Hyuuga. Konoha must think the eldest heir to the famed clan was dead, and Sound country must never learn of his existence.

Thank goodness for genjutsu, he breathed. It felt unnatural, but he'd rather go through life with false eye color, then reveal his true identity.