Naruto's led a tough life, but with a fresh start at a new school, his natural optimism kicks in. Unfortunately, things are about to get FAR worse. Pulled into a world of drugs, abuse and crime, he must find a way to make it out alive or die trying. "Remember, Uzumaki," he said to the mirror, "Your real life is with your friends. This...this is just a nightmare." Warnings inside.
Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 38 - Words: 141,299 - Reviews: 517 - Favs: 411 - Follows: 217 - Updated: 3/31/2013 - Published: 3/22/2012 - Naruto U., Sasuke U. - Complete