The black haired boy with red eyes soon awoke from his slumber, now being the next day. As he got up and readied himself, looking in the mirror as he adjusted his newly acquired headband that displayed the Hidden Leaf symbol on the metal forehead protector. It had been five years since he had come here. Since the day he watched his whole clan get slaughtered. But it had been a long time since he'd seen his family back in the other land.

As he continued to stare long into the mirror, flashes of a bright orange filled his vision. The color of flames, a man with pale white skin and red tattoos as he had a smile on his face slaughtering his family members. Especially the man he called father. He quickly shut his eyes, only to open them to see there was nothing there.

???: ...Nothing but a bad dream.

Ever since coming here and meeting with the man who ran the village, the Third Hokage, he was put on a month of rest before he requested to work, dangerous work to be exact. The old man thought the child was joking, but noticing the emotionless and dull look in his eyes, the young boy wasn't kidding. The Third Hokage wondered what caused the young child to become this way. To be broken. And thus, he was inducted to be an ANBU Black Ops Agent. But it was only for a short while, at least a year or so of working alone before the Third Hokage enlisted him and ordered him to attend the ninja academy.

The boy thought his skills had already proven himself enough that he didn't need to go to school. While the child was correct, the black haired boy followed his orders and attended the school anyway.

His first day at the school, he tried to avoid people. But he was often hounded by the females of his class, specifically a certain blonde girl and pink haired girl, but he didn't care about that. He didn't want to make anymore bonds. He didn't want to experience that pain again. He had already experienced it more than once, twice in fact.

Once again, he adjusted the forehead protector on his head before he grabbed his tanto and his pouch of ninja tools, clipping the weapon on his back and attaching the pouch on the back of his shorts. He put his shuriken holster on his right leg and opened the door, bowing and saying goodbye, only to realize there was no one living in the apartment aside him. He shook his head and began making his way to the academy.

---

After he arrived at his school, being one of the early people, he made his way to his classroom. Again, the females of the class waved towards him, but he did nothing, walking past all of them as if they didn't exist.

As he goes to sit down, he notices the blonde trouble maker that was known in this village. Naruto Uzumaki, otherwise known as a demon child. He wasn't sure why the villagers called him that. They even called him an outsider, despite he himself was the outsider. He calmly sat down next to an acquaintance of his, someone who is in the same situation as him, Sasuke Uchiha. He sent a nod his way and Sasuke nodded back.

The black haired boy then heard thundering footsteps, two girls come running in. One had pink hair and the other was blonde.

Blonde/Pink: Goal!

Blonde: (looks to pink haired girl) I won again, Sakura!

Sakura: What're you saying!? The tip of my foot got in one centimeter faster!

Blonde: You must be blind!

He began to tune out the noise as he heard the running footsteps of the girl.

Sakura: (nervously) G-Good morning, Sasuke-kun, Y/N-kun.

The Uchiha had looked over, but the red-eyed boy, now known as Y/N, continued to look forward at the chalkboard.

Sakura: (blushes) D-Do you mind if I sit next to you two?

Blonde: (running in) Hey! I'm going to sit next to Sasuke-kun and Y/N-kun!

Sakura: First come, first served!

Blonde: I got in the classroom sooner!

Sakura: I did!

Random Girl 1: If that's the case, then I did!

Random Girl 2: I was first!

Soon enough, the girls began to pile on one another, determining who would sit next to the two prodigies of the class. Sasuke let out a "hn" but Y/N kept his emotionless face.

Elsewhere

In a crystal ball, high ranking ninja, or otherwise known as Jonin, and the Hokage were looking in it. The view focused on the two.

???: Is that this year's top rookies, Sasuke Uchiha and Y/N Hasashi?

Third Hokage: Indeed.

???2: The sole survivor of the Uchiha clan? And what about that other boy?

One of the Jonin had a mask, his forehead protector covering his left eye. He eyed the red-eyed boy's clothes, the colors being distinct and well known to a certain clan of ninja assassins.

Masked Ninja: ...Hokage-sama...is that boy--

Third Hokage: Yes...he is also the last one of his own.

Masked Ninja: ...I see.

---

As the girls continue to argue, the blonde nuckleheaded ninja grew an irritated look. He hopped onto the table, glaring at the two, specifically at Sasuke. Sasuke opens his eyes and the two begin to glare, Y/N looking at the blonde boy with a curious and confused look, tilting his head at the same time. The girls finally took notice of this and looked at the three.

Sakura: (growls) Naruto! Don't glare at Sasuke-kun and Y/N-kun!

Y/N shook his head at the stubbornness of the two. He clasped his hands together before he began to be deep in thought. He tried thinking of different ways of how to kill the man and get his revenge, but at his current state, Y/N was nothing more but a mere ant that can just be squished. He hate to admit it, but he was weak at the moment. 

His attention was then brought back to the two boys, Y/N noticing that Naruto was elbowed from behind. Being propelled forward, Y/N's eyes widen temporarily at the sight. Naruto and Sasuke had planted their lips together. Again, Y/N looked on curiously as he tilted his head, not sure of how to make of the situation. The girls on the other hand were livid with anger.

After the two boys released their kiss, the two coughed and spit in disgust. Soon enough, Naruto was then surrounded by all the girls and was beaten to a pulp. Y/N shook his head at the reactions. It was all childish to him. He just thought that these people would hold him back and doesn't desire any bonds. Minutes later, his teacher, Iruka had come in, a smile on his face.

Iruka: As of today, you all have become full-fledged ninjas...however, you're still Genin. The tough part's still to come! From here on, you'll be in a squad of three and carry out your missions under Jonin teachers. However, since there is an extra person, there will be one team with an extra member.

Y/N: (thoughts) Teammates? No...never...they'll only hold me down...and I don't want to experience that pain again. Never again.

Blonde: (smug) I wonder who's going to be grouped with Sasuke-kun and Y/N-kun. 

Sakura: I don't know...

Iruka: The groups have been determined so that the strength of the groups will be balanced. Now for the assignments!

Referring to his paper, he begins to list them off. Minutes go by as he establishes who the team members are.

Iruka: Now then, next is Team 7...Naruto Uzumaki. Sakura Haruno.

Naruto: ...Hooray!

Sakura: I'm with...Naruto...?

Iruka: Sasuke Uchiha and Y/N Hasashi!

Sakura: Hooray!

Naruto: I'm with those two...?

Y/N stood up and bowed with his dull eyes, responding in his usual monotone voice.

Y/N: Very well.

Iruka: Next is Team 8. Hinata Hyuga!

The girl in the back responded shyly, letting out a small "yes" after being called on.

Iruka: Kiba Inazuka! Shino Aburame!

Two boys perk up, the one with red face paint grinning to himself as the other had glasses on, pushing them up. Sakura turns around with a triumphant grin, giving the blonde girl she was arguing with a peace sign.

Iruka: Team 10. Ino Yamanaka. Shikamaru Nara.

The blonde that Sakura was arguing with hung her head low while the boy next to her gave her a smug grin.

Iruka: And Choji Akimichi! That's all for the group division.

Naruto: Iruka-sensei! Why does an exceptional student like me have to be in the same group as those two!?

Iruka: Those two have the best grades of the graduates. Naruto, you're at the bottom!

The class begins to laugh at the blonde ninja while he begins to flare up with anger.

Iruka: Of course, this is how it is when trying to balance the strength within groups. 

Sasuke: Just don't get in my way, loser.

Y/N: (sigh) How shallow-minded.

Naruto: Hey, what did you two say!?

Sasuke: You want to fight, loser?

Sakura: Knock it off, Naruto!

Iruka: In the afternoon, I'll introduce you to your Jonin teachers. You're dismissed until then!

Being dismissed to go to lunch, Y/N temporarily went behind the school. In front of him was a training post, Y/N getting into an offensive stance before the sound of punches and kicks striking against the wood could be heard as the scene pans upwards.

---

Some time has passed and Sasuke had just escaped his trap and encountered Sakura, quickly dismissing her. Now, the lone Uchiha was roaming around the area, looking for the knuckleheaded ninja.

As he did so, he heard the sounds of wood being struck. He wondered who could be training at this hour. Drawn to the noise, he keeps going and stops and watches from afar. He sees it was Y/N, training relentlessly as he struck the wood with his punches and kicks, sweat pooling down his face, him showing no sign of stopping. He then looked at Y/N's eyes. Dull, but full of hatred. That fiery hatred Sasuke saw in Y/N's eyes reminded it of his own, him seeking to kill someone as well.

With the last kick making a loud sound, echoing throughout the area, the red-eyed boy took a deep breath and closed his eyes.

Y/N: I know you're out there. Come out.

Sasuke paused. He wasn't sure how Y/N sensed him. In fact, he could see Y/N turning his head in his direction, his signature emotionless stare staring at him.

Y/N: You know, it's not nice to stalk others, Sasuke.

Sasuke: (stepping out) How did you know it was me?

Y/N: I wonder. Figure it out yourself.

Wiping his sweat off, Y/N begins to head toward the academy, since it was nearing the time for them to meet with their teachers. The last Uchiha eyes the other raven-haired boy, curious as to who he was. Y/N never really disclosed information to everyone, him preferring to keep to himself. He never talked, always minding his own business and ignoring everyone around him, unless it was a specific instruction he was asked to do. One thing ran through Sasuke's mind.

Sasuke: (thoughts) Who are you, Y/N Hasashi?

Some more time had passed and the four shinobi sat in their empty classroom, waiting for their teacher. Everyone else and their teacher had already come.

Naruto: He's late.

Naruto kept peeking out of the classroom, looking both ways to keep an eye out for their teacher. Sakura leaned against the desk and both Y/N and Sasuke sat in the chairs, Sasuke having his hands clasped together while Y/N crossed his arms with his eyes closed.

Sakura: (irritated) Naruto! Stay still.

Naruto: Why's it that only our squad's teacher is late? The other squads have gone off somewhere with their new teachers, and Iruka-sensei's also left.

Sakura: Don't look at me.

Y/N: How shallow-minded.

Ignoring the two, Naruto gained a devious smirk as he grabbed a chair and an eraser. He snickered to himself as he begins to position the eraser on top of the classroom's sliding door.

Sakura: Hey, what're you doing, Naruto!? Hey!

Naruto: (laughs deviously) It'll be his fault because he's late.

Y/N: (thoughts) Always late, but rather watching from the shadows...is it not Kakashi Hatake-senpai?

Sakura: Man! You're really asking for it!

Sasuke: Hn. A Jonin wouldn't get caught in such a weak trap.

Sakura: That's right. You're such an idiot...!

A hand could be spotted in the crack of the door. The man who walked in was a masked ninja with grey hair, Kakashi Hatake. However, they all expected him to dodge the falling eraser, they watched as it fell on his head, puffs of dust coming off it.

Naruto: (laughs triumphantly) I got him, I got him!

Sakura: I-I'm sorry, sensei. I tried to stop him, but Naruto did it on his own...

Y/N: (thoughts) Why...? He could've dodged it easily and yet...he let it fall on him? What's his game?

The grey haired ninja could feel Y/N's stare, his eyes studying his every movement. He was being cautious, Y/N thinking he was already testing them.

Kakashi picks up the eraser that fell on his head and then looked at the four.

Kakashi: Hmm...how can I put this? As for my first impression of you guys...? Well, I hate you.

The three deadpanned, but Y/N kept his glare. He wasn't sure what Kakashi was planning, and he was watching his every move.

---

Meeting on top the roof of the academy, Kakashi sat on the railing, looking at his students with a bored look.

Kakashi: Let's see...first off, let me have you guys introduce yourselves.

Sakura: (confused) Introduce ourselves...what should we say?

Kakashi: (shrugs) Your likes, dislikes, your future dream, hobbies, things like that.

Naruto: Hey! Before that, can you tell us about yourself?

Kakashi: Me? My name's Kakashi Hatake. I don't feel like telling you my likes and dislikes.

Sakura/Naruto: Eh?

Kakashi: I've never really thought about my future dream...as for hobbies, I have many.

Sakura: In the end, isn't all we know his name?

Naruto: (nods) Yeah. 

Kakashi: Next is you guys. Let's start with you.

Naruto: (fiddles with forehead protector) My name's Naruto Uzumaki! I like instant ramen, but what I like even more is the ramen from Ichiraku that Iruka-sensei treats me to. What I dislike is the three minutes after pouring hot water in the instant ramen. My hobby is eating and comparing ramen! And my future dream...is to become Hokage! And I'm going to get the entire village to acknowledge my existence!

Kakashi: Okay, next.

Sakura: (smiles) I'm Sakura Haruno! What I like...I mean, who I like is... (looks to Sasuke and Y/N) And, my hobby is...I mean...my future dream is... (squeals in happiness)

Kakashi: And? What about your dislikes?

Sakura: (disgusted face) Naruto!

Naruto looked shocked while Sakura continued to look at the other two boys lovingly, but they paid no attention to her.

Kakashi: (points to Y/N) You, next.

Y/N: ...Y/N Hasashi. That's all.

Kakashi: No likes or dislikes?

Y/N: ...Don't feel like telling.

Sakura looked saddened. She was hoping she could learn more about their mysterious person in their class. He never really said anything about his past, which made all the more curious about him.

With a nod, Kakashi looked to the last person who hadn't introduced himself.

Kakashi: And lastly.

Sasuke: ...My name's Sasuke Uchiha. I have lots of dislikes and no likes in particular. And...I don't feel like summing up my ambition as just a dream but I do have an ambition. The ambition to restore my clan and without fail...to kill a certain man.

The other two Genin felt chills down their spines. Y/N felt the same as Sasuke. He too, had a certain man he wanted to kill. The other two Genin look at the lone Uchiha, silence filling the air. Y/N kept his red eyes trained on Kakashi.

Kakashi: Good! The four of you are very distinctive and interesting! We'll have a mission tomorrow!

Naruto: (giddily) Yes, sir! What kind of mission?

Kakashi: First, we'll do what we can do with just four people.

Naruto: What, what, what!?

Kakashi: ...A survival exercise.

Naruto: Survival exercise?

Sakura: Why are we doing an exercise even though this is supposed to be a mission? We've had more than our of exercises in the academy!

Kakashi: This is no simple exercise. 

Naruto: Then...then what kind of exercise is it?

The masked ninja only chuckled, causing Y/N to narrow his eyes. Sakura looked at Kakashi irritatedly.

Sakura: Hey! What's so funny, sensei?

Kakashi: (chuckles) Uh, well, if I tell you, I know you'll grow disenchanted.

Naruto: Huh?

Kakashi: (serious) Of the twenty-seven graduates, or in this case, twenty-eight, only nine will be recognized as Genin. The remaining will be sent back to the academy. In other words, this exercise is an extremely difficult test with a failure rate of 66% or higher.

Naruto looked shock, Sakura deadpanning slightly while Y/N and Sasuke kept their glares.

Kakashi: See, see? You got disenchanted!

Y/N: (thoughts) This guy...

Naruto: That's crazy! To have suffered that much! Th-Then, what was the graduation test for!?

Kakashi: Oh, that. It was just to select those who have the potential of becoming Genin. 

Naruto: What!?

Kakashi: Well, that's the way it is. I'll be determining whether you pass or fail. Bring your complete set of ninja tools! We meet five in the morning. Okay! You're dismissed. Oh...and skip your breakfast. You'll throw up.

With a quick hand sign, Kakashi disappears. Letting out an annoyed sound, Y/N was the first to leave, leaving the village grounds as he goes to his usual training spot.

He had to get stronger. So he could get them back, and avenge his fallen family. That's what his only goal in life was.