Summary: Tsuna has an older brother who became Vongola Decimo while he was neglected and bullied. All he wanted is a little attention and a smile from his mom. And when a mysterious stranger's voice appeared in his head one day, he finally got his wish. But he's starting to think that's he's gaining too much attention... Natsu is hiding something, Tsuna has a weird tattoo on his stomach, and Mafia gained a new enemy called Akatsuki.

Disclaimer: Not mine, never mine!

Warning: Slightly OOC, not so oblivious Nana. (Obviously, since every Nana in twin fics is OOC) Ero Sennin is dead, Tsunade is alive, all members of Akatsuki were alive, including Sasori & Deidara. (A story is not fun without these two 'artists' bickering!) They will show up later in the story.

AN: I've read many twin fics and I decided to write one myself! But this is my first twin fic, I wanted to make it different from all the others I've read. So I added a few things here and there that's not supposed to show up in ordinary twin fics.

Naruto might appear more mature in this fic. Well, in this story, he's 16, and has gone through many battles, massacres...etc. So obviously, he's gonna be more mature than his 12 years old obnoxious self. Also, in this fic, Iemitsu and Nana are NOT evil, just so you know. They do care for Tsuna, it's just...they can't help but lean towards Natsu more since Natsu is an ace student while Tsuna failed in EVERYTHING. Anyone would like Natsu more right?

AN2: This story is currently on hiatus/rewrite planned. I've fallen out of the Naruto/KHR fandom for the time being and am more invested in the BNHA fandom. My current bnha fic I'm working on is a long fic and that's taking all my attention away from anything else. I'll have to rejoin the Naruto/KHR fandom by reading tons of fics. So when you read this fic, keep in mind that this is a one-way street with no way out. (2018 Aug 2)

Updated: Mar. 16, 2014. 4:16 PM

Chapter 1 Mindscape and Memories

A blast of light engulfed Naruto. He tried to move but found himself unable to control his limbs. What happened? He thought he and his friends had been fighting Madara, then there was something...he can't remember what it was. But that thing hit him, causing him to fall forward, then...then he found himself in this total whiteness.

A jolt of pain suddenly went through his head. The last thing he remembered before falling unconscious was Sakura's screaming, "NARUTO!"

Naruto opened his eyes slowly, and found himself laying in a very familiar surrounding. He was staring at the ceiling of what appeared to be a sewer and was drenching in dirty, foul-smelling water, soaking his orange jumpsuit. Propping himself up with an elbow, Naruto scanned the sewer. At first glance it appeared to be his mindscape, but as he examined closely, there were something different about the sewer. The water was cleaner than the water in his mindscape. The space also appeared to be larger in width and height. This, apparently, doesn't seemed to be his mindscape.

"Kyuubi?" He called out, but received no response in reply. So this really isn't his mindscape? There's one more way to test it, however.

Closing his eyes and letting out a calming breath, Naruto imagined the surrounding to change into a grass field with many training dummies surround it. If it worked, then that means he was in his mindscape, because only the owner has the power to change the view of their mindscape.

Opening his eyes nervously, Naruto was greeted with the same awful sight and rotten egg smell. Sighing dejectedly, Naruto got up and decided to walk around. He has to find out whose mindscape this belongs to, and try to find a way to communicate with that person. After all, it's rude to enter other people's mind without permission (except in a battle, for Ino does it all the time).

And...Naruto was also very curious about the identity of this person. Why does he, or she, has a similar mindscape as his? Was it because he or she is also a Jinchuuriki? Was it because he or she was also bullied, abused, and hated by everyone like how Naruto was before he met all his friends? If it's true, then Naruto must help that person. He wouldn't let another person suffer like he had in his childhood. The hated look, the hushed whispers, the mocking laugh, the beatings... he knew how much pain all this can cause on a person.

Without Iruka sensei, without Sakura chan and Sasuke bastard (although he hated to admit this), without Kakashi sensei and Ero sennin, without everyone who are precious to him...he could never make it through his abusive childhood alive. It was their presence, always by his side, that gave him the courage to live. They were one of the first to offer him help when he needed it. He knew he would never become what he is today if he doesn't have anyone helping him. Therefore, he's going to find the identity of this person, and see just what caused he or she to have a mindscape like this. And if he could, he would offer help to this person. He would deal with Madara and that weird jutsu later, seeing he doesn't even know whose mind he's in, he doubt that he had the power to defeat Madara right now.

Sauntering around aimlessly, Naruto finally arrived at a narrow pathway with no water on the ground. Taking off his ninja sandals, Naruto shook the water out of them then put them on again. Walking down the narrow pathway, Naruto found a door on his right. It has red painted all over the door. Naruto hesitantly grabbed the handle and pulled open the door, preparing for the worst. But the only thing he saw, was mountains and mountains of stacks of papers with red marks all over it!

"Seems like this person doesn't have a smart mind..." Naruto muttered, mentally comparing the person to himself.

Closing the door, Naruto walked further up ahead and after about a few minutes of walking and looking, he saw another door on his right. Naruto opened it without hesitation, curious to see what's behind the door, and found himself engulfed in a bright flash of light. Then, everything turned dark, with a few flashes here and there. He panicked for a second before realizing the darkness began to swirl and twist as if it's changing into something else. It looked as if a real movie scene was playing in front of him.

-7-years old-

"Mama! Look mama! I got 100% on my test again!" A young boy with blond hair and caramel eyes ran to a woman wearing an apron who was smiling kindly at him and hugged her.

"Oh! My dear Na-kun! You are so smart! Mama is so proud of you!" His mother hugged him back with such warmth and adore that made the boy's grin even wider.

It was then another boy ran into the kitchen. He has fluffy brown hair and the same caramel eyes, but his eyes were filled with hope instead of happiness like his brother. He ran towards the hugging pair, but didn't throw himself onto his mother. Instead, he stopped a few feet in front of her and timidly showed her his test paper, which had a bright red 60 marked on it. His brother scoffed at the fluffy haired boy.

"M-mama, l-look! I-I improved o-on my test!" He stuttered out, shakily holding the paper in front of him. His stared at his mother hopefully, trying his best to ignore the mocking glare his brother placed on him. But his mother's frown made all his hopefulness disappear.

"Tsu-kun, yes, you did improved," Mama said, causing the boy's eyes to widen in happiness. "But," the boy's shoulders slumped a bit. "-You still didn't pass the test. Look at Na-kun!" She held the other boy's paper in front of the fluffy haired boy, causing him to flinch back a feet. "He got 100% again on his test! Why can't you be more like Na-kun? Mama doesn't mind if you aren't good at PE and others, but at least be a good student. Why are you always so dame, Tsu-kun?"

By then, the little boy was on the verge of tears. Taking the paper back with shaky hands and turning, he ran out the door quickly so that his mama and brother wouldn't see him cry. As soon as the boy's out of the door, mama turned towards the other boy, who had been smiling gleefully at his brother's retreating form, and said, "well, to celebrate your 100%, mama will cook hamburgers tonight!"

The fluffy haired boy who had been hiding behind the kitchen door, finally broke down to tears hearing his mother's announcement and his brother's happy cheering.

Seeing the scene, Naruto let out a sigh of relief. At least this boy has a family, unlike him, who is an orphan and is hated by everyone. "Wow...another gravity-defying hair...just like Kakashi sensei's..." Naruto commented after the scene's over. Suddenly, a voice echoed around him. It took him a moment to realize the voice was the thoughts of the fluffy haired boy's.

Why doesn't mama like me? Why can't she congratulate me too? Why isn't she happy that I improved? Do I have to get a 100% in order to get her to smile at me? Is that what it takes to make a mother happy?

Why is Natsu the one getting everything? Everyone in school, in this town, likes him. He is popular, smart, and is an awesome basketball player. Everyone adores him. While I'm weak, clumsy, 'dame', stupid, nonathletic...everyone hates me. Was it because I'm not 'good' like Natsu? Do I have to be 'awesome' like Natsu to gain everyone's acknowledgement? Is that what it takes?

Hearing the boy's thoughts, Naruto was reminded of how he, in his childhood, was always jealous of the attention Sasuke was getting, especially from Sakura. How he hated people to laugh when they heard his Hokage dream. How he hated Sasuke to beat him in everything. How he hated everyone to have someone love them and care for them while he has no one. Not until he met Iruka sensei that is.

But I can't do it. I'm 'dame'. I'm no-good Tsuna. I'm weak and clumsy. There's no way I'll ever become as popular as Natsu. I can't do it.

But...I'll try. Mama said. If I'm not good at PE and other stuff, at least be a good student. I will pass the next test, definitely!

Naruto smiled at the boy's determination. The boy seemed to have a strong will of fire burning inside him. He wished the boy had gained the acknowledgement he wanted, but as the scene began to swirl and twist into the next few scenes, Naruto changed his mind.

The fluffy haired boy really did try his best to improve his grades, but unfortunately, the classes were still too hard for him. He tried to ask the teacher for help, but they waved him off and thought he's just trying to waste their time. He tried to ask Natsu, but all he gained was mocking laughs from his brother and his admirers. He tried to ask his mother, but she just told him she is busy of caring for Natsu and so she doesn't have time to help him. With no one to help him, the boy tried to teach himself by looking through the scholastic materials at the library, but that gained him nothing since he could barely understand half of what the book says.

With his brother's mocking sneers and his mother's disappointing frowns, fluffy haired boy's confidence reduced greatly. And so, after a few weeks of trying and gaining no success, he finally gave up on gaining good grades and trying to make his mother smile at him. To him, it is an impossible task.

Naruto frowned as he watched the scenes. He remembered the time when he first asked Iruka sensei for help and got rejected terribly. At that time, Iruka sensei still hated him for being a Jinchuuriki. He remembered going into the library for help, but was kicked out by the librarian, who told him the 'demon brat' wasn't welcomed there. With no one to help him, Naruto's grades were horrible. It wasn't until the Iruka sensei finally got his sense and started helping him when he's grades finally raised a little. But still, it's only a little. After all, Naruto spent most of his time pulling pranks.

The scene suddenly changed to outside the house. There was a limo, not that Naruto know what a 'limo' is, and two men were standing in front of the house, one older than the other.

-8-years old-

Tsuna had been running away from the angry Chihuahua that was chasing him because he accidentally stepped on its tail. He ran and ran while crying and shouting ("HIEE!") but no one came to his rescue. Of course, why would they waste their time to help 'dame-Tsuna' while this happened almost everyday? Not looking where he's running towards to, little Tsuna tripped on a rock and fell face flat onto the cold stony ground. He sniffed and tried to get up, but the sharp pain in his ankle stopped him from doing so.

"Are you okay?" A calming voice asked from above. Tsuna looked up with his teary eyes, and found himself facing a kind-looking old man. He nodded numbly, letting the old man helping him up.

"You! You stupid dog! Get away from my dear Tuna-fish!" A man's voice sounded behind him. Tsuna turned and saw a golden haired man with a golden beard waving his fist at the Chihuahua as the poor dog whimpered and ran away in fear. The man then turned and hugged Tsuna while exclaiming, "oh my dear Tuna-fish are you alright!? Papa scared that dog away so you don't need to worry!"

"'Papa'?" Tsuna tilted his fluffy head questioningly, looking rather cute, then stuttered out shyly. "I h-have no 'papa'." The man looked shocked before laughing and ruffling Tsuna's hair.

"What are you talking about? Of course you have a 'papa' or else you wouldn't be born!" The man continued before Tsuna can reply. "Let's go see how Nana and Natsu-chan are doing! Ah~ I missed them so much!" He then led/dragged Tsuna into the house followed by the older man.

Tsuna then watched this man who called himself his 'papa' chatted with his surprised mother. They talked mostly about Natsu. Tsuna could see the love and adore in mama's eyes when she complimented on Natsu's excellent basketball skills, and the appreciation in 'papa's eyes as he listened intensively. Tsuna then turned towards the older man and found him watching Natsu spinning a basketball on one finger while complimenting him. It wasn't until much later when 'Papa' finally asked about Tsuna.

"Well, Tsu-kun isn't very good in school work. He tried hard but still couldn't pass his tests. He's academic grades are very bad." Nana said, frowning as she remembered all the red marks on Tsuna's papers. "Besides academics, he's horrible on anything related to physical. He sometimes trip on nothing and usually fall down any stairs he walked on. I wonder what's wrong, was it because Na-kun took all his sports genes? He's too clumsy and weak that made me worry, what if other kids started bullying him? Should we let him learn Karate or something?!"

Nana gasped as she thought of that. She had already somewhat given up on Tsuna. She tried to teach him how to be careful to not trip, but he still does. Is tripping in his genes or something? Also, with Natsu being the best student and basketball player in his school, Nana needed to spent most of her time on Natsu to make sure his grades doesn't drop while playing basketball. She doesn't have time to teach Tsuna on every single problem in his homework. So what if because Tsuna is weak and clumsy, other kids started bullying him? Should she make him learn Karate?

"Don't you worry, my dear Nana! Tsu-chan is still young. When he grows older, he will became stronger! Also, Na-chan will protect him since he is Tsu-chan's older brother, right?" 'Papa' patted Nana's back comfortingly, causing her worried features to relax.

"Yeah, you're right, Na-kun is very strong. He will protect Tsu-kun." Nana smiled.

Tsuna watched them in the nearby sofa. Each words mama said shot an arrow through his heart. It hurts. Whenever they talked about Natsu, they were always smiling and mama always used 'awesome', 'good boy', 'ace student', 'best', 'favorite' in her sentence. But when she talked about Tsuna, she only used the negative words. 'No good', 'horrible', 'failed', 'weak'... why doesn't mama compliment him..at least a little? Why can't she say things like "I give him credit for trying?" Is that really all she thinks about Tsuna? A 'failure'? A 'bad son'? Is it true that there's no way she can smile at him the same as she does to Natsu?

Also, why does mama trust Natsu that much? Really? Trusting Natsu to protect Tsuna is like saying magic is real. (HP: "...") If only they knew how much Natsu hated him, they would never think that. Tsuna knew Natsu hated him, ever since they were five.

At that time, mama is still fair to both of them. But because Natsu is always doing outdoor sports and getting hurt, mama started to feel that Natsu's getting hurt is an everyday thing, so she wouldn't pay that much attention to his injuries-mostly small cuts and bruises. She knew Natsu is strong and doesn't need her to tend his injuries everyday. Natsu is a big boy, he can fend for himself.

But Tsuna is her younger son, he wasn't good at sports. In fact, he's weak at everything related to physical. He constantly trips on nothing and fall down the stairs almost everyday! Everytime that happened, Nana would rush to him and nurse his pain away and check if he twisted his ankle again or bumped his head too hard to bleed. Tsuna's injuries are always more severe than Natsu's, and Tsuna gets hurt like EVERYDAY, so mama usually worries and cares for Tsuna more.

And that, Tsuna guess, made Natsu jealous.

Natsu love attention. He always tried his best to get mama's attention. Doing good at school, being a good basketball player, being the 'perfect' son...everything he does is to get mama's attention on him, and on him only. He doesn't want mama to focus on Tsuna more. Besides, he is better, he is stronger. What did Tsuna do to deserve mama's attention? Natsu is the type of person who get easily jealoused, and seeing Tsuna getting so much attention, he started developing hatred for his younger brother.

At least, that's what Tsuna thought made Natsu hate him.

There's no way Natsu would care and protect Tsuna. There's more chance of his beating up Tsuna than his caring for Tsuna like how a big brother should.

However, because Tsuna got hurt too much and too often, mama had started to turn a blind eye to some of his injuries, except the major ones. That had made Natsu happier for he doesn't constantly trip Tsuna on purpose anymore.

Naruto continued watching the scenes. Now he knew the basic background of Tsuna and his family, he isn't worried anymore. Before, he's worried that Tsuna is abused and hated like he had been in his childhood, but no. Tsuna actually had a family to care for him. At least he had someone there for him when he was hurt. But something still worried him. This Natsu boy might be the cause of this horrible mindscape...

At the end of that day, Nana cooked a grand dinner for 'papa' and the old man before they leave. 'Papa' told his family that he is a construction worker that worked around the world and the old man, whose name is Timoteo, is his boss. Mama only laughed and cheered as 'papa' went on a rant of how hard his job was and how great of a boss Timoteo was. But Tsuna knew that 'papa' was lying and mama was acting oblivious. Who would believe that someone who dressed in suits and ties was merely a construction worker? Also, last year, Tsuna remembered mama receiving a letter containing a photo in the mail. The letter was send by someone named 'Iemitsu', who Tsuna guessed was 'papa' by how Timoteo called him, and in the letter, 'papa' said his current job required him to find oil. And the photo was him in the north pole with a bunch of penguins surrounding him.

Naruto chuckled as he heard Tsuna's thoughts. Really? North Pole and penguins? Even he knew cold places doesn't have oil!

After reading the letter and seeing the picture, mama only laughed at how cute 'papa' looked with a bunch of penguins. Tsuna knew mama was acting oblivious on purpose because he had seen her serious side, and that was the worst nightmare he had ever seen. No one wanted mama to be angry. Even that scary Chihuahua was scared of mama. (Tsuna remembered the first time he had been chased by the Chihuahua. Mama had saved him by kicking the Chihuahua's ass and yelling at it 'if you're messing with my son you're messing with me!')

Also, when Natsu was six, an opponent's older brother came up to him and broke his arm for defeating said opponent in a basketball match. When mama saw his injury, she went right into that boy's house and knocked the frantic mother unconscious then beat up the two boys in a pulp. When that frantic mother woke up, mama asked (threatened and demanded) her for medical fee to fix Natsu's arm. After that frantic mother know the truth, she offered more than enough money and shooed mama away before taking her two sons to the hospital, but not before giving them a terrible scolding (that turned into a monologue since the two boys weren't listening for they were too hurt to listen).

After those two incidents, everyone in the neighborhood knew to NEVER ANGER NANA if you don't want to see hell.

Naruto shuddered at the two incidents. Man, Nana is even scarier than Sakura-chan! Women sure is scary!

Why his mama would act oblivious, Tsuna never knew, but he knew better to ask, for he doesn't want his mama to get angry at him for seeing through her act.

After the dinner, mama went to the sink to wash the dishes, 'papa' and Timoteo the Boss (Tsuna started calling him that mentally after knowing he's the Boss of 'papa', although he's not so sure if 'papa' is lying on that or not) went to the living room to chat, and Natsu went to his room to watch "Kuroko's Basketball" (he always try to mimic the characters' techniques to strengthen his basketball skills and to use in his matches), which is an anime that came out ten years ago, although it is old, the plot and techniques in the anime were awesome, that's why Natsu still watches it. Tsuna, having nothing to do, followed the two men into the living room and eavesdropped on their conversation behind the door. He's sure that if they saw him, they would change the subject, so Tsuna hid behind the door to listen to their conversation, for he's curious of what they would talk about. Maybe they would discuss 'papa's REAL job?

"...are you sure you want to choose right now?" Tsuna heard the older man, Timoteo the Boss, said. "They are still kids. They might change when they grew older. Besides, you've only visited them once ever since they were born. You should observe them for a few more years. I'm can still handle paperworks for a few more years."

"No. It's obvious which one of them is the 'Sky'." 'Papa' replied with a shook of his head. Tsuna wondered curiously. 'Sky'? What is he talking about? What 'Sky'? "Tsu-chan is weak, clumsy, timid, shy, and easily scared. Hell! He can't even handle an ugly Chihuahua! There's no way he can be the 'Sky'! After all, the 'Sky' needed to be strong, dependable, independent, and makes enemies scared and everyone else loved. He is the savior, the harmony, the 'Sky'. Tsu-chan is too weak to be the 'Sky'. Even if he does take the title of the 'Sky', everyone else wouldn't approve. Who would want a weak 'Sky' that can cause the downfall of their family? No one. So the result will be everyone leaving the family and our family will break apart."

The sentences were getting harder and harder to understand. What 'Sky'? What 'downfall of family'? What does 'papa' mean his family would break apart? But there's one thing Tsuna is sure. 'Papa' thinks Tsuna is weak. Every negative adjective 'papa' used on Tsuna made a crack in his heart. He could feel tears forming in his eyes. Is that what everyone thinks of him? A failure? A loser? Even his own father? (Tsuna gasped at the thought. He actually thought of 'papa' as his father! He thought he would never do that since he wouldn't approve 'papa' to be his father since he was never there when Tsuna needed him. A father should be the one who tuck him in for bed, who wiped his tears away, who taught him how to throw and catch a ball, who taught him how to protect himself from bullied, who helped them on homework, who played with him, and most importantly, who was always there for him when he needed him. But 'papa' never did any of those, so 'papa' isn't his father. Tsuna would never approve of it!)

"Therefore, I think Na-chan should be the one," that snapped Tsuna out of his thoughts as 'papa' continued. "You have seen Na-chan's skills in basketball! He has strength, more confidence, awesome reflex, stamina, and knew the importance of teamwork. He is the better candidate for the 'Sky' for he knew how families should work together to become more powerful. He also knew the duties of a big brother-to protect Tsu-chan," Tsuna wanted to snort, but kept silence since he doesn't want them to know his presence. Seriously? Duties of a big brother? He's joking! If only he knew how Natsu treated Tsuna... "He knew how to protect someone, and a 'Sky' needed to be protective. All in all, Na-chan has everything a 'Sky' needed. He is the better candidate. I'm sure of that!" 'Papa' finished with a determined look. Timoteo the Boss sighed.

"Well, if you're so sure, then I'll make him begin his training when he's older." Timoteo said before 'papa' could cheer. "Natsu-kun is too young. He's not ready to be the 'Sky' yet. I want him to have a happy childhood and enjoy what being a normal kid is like, before introducing him into the dark world." 'Dark world'? Are they talking about a movie? Tsuna thought. "Besides, if he left with us, then the Sawada household will only consist of two people. Don't you think it's too lonely for them? Although Nana-san is oblivious to everything, she would still be sad if not only her husband left her, but also her dear son. Also, Natsu-kun can practice his protective skills by being with Tsuna-kun. I'm sure Tsuna-kun will be bullied someday, and if that day comes, Natsu-kun will have to stand up for his brother. That way, he will learn how to protect someone and how to fight through experience. The more experience he had with protecting and fighting, the more ready he will be when he knows the truth."

Tsuna left after hearing that. He doesn't want to hear it anymore. Why does everyone thinks Natsu is the better son? Why does everyone thinks Natsu will protect Tsuna if he's bullied? Why does everyone only see the 'good' side of Natsu and not the 'jealous and attention seeking' side? Why does everyone only sees the defects of Tsuna? He admits, comparing to his brother, he's horrible. But, Tsuna still has something he's good at! He's hardworking and honest. He would help anyone who needed help. He would NEVER trip someone on purpose, unlike Natsu. He is fair and treats everyone fairly, unlike Natsu, who does everything for his own benefits, and if someone has something he wanted, he would do anything, ANYTHING, to get it. Why can't anyone see Natsu's defect? Are they all blind? First is mama, switching her attention to Natsu because he's better. Now 'papa' and Timoteo the Boss think Natsu is the better 'Sky', whatever that is, just because he's an ace student and is good at basketball. Tsuna hated it!

Tears finally streamed down his face. Tsuna had had enough. There's nothing he could do. He tried, he tried so hard to gain people's attention! All he wanted is a little attention and understanding from someone, and a smile from mama. A genuine smile that's for him only. Every time mama looked at him, she was always frowning. She never looked happy.

Of course. A small voice said in Tsuna's head. Why would she be happy to have a disgraced son who failed at everything and brings shame to the family? Why would Natsu be happy to have an idiotic brother that made him, the big brother, a laughing stock? Why would 'papa' and Timoteo the Boss choose you to be the 'Sky' when you were crying and chased by a Chihuahua in front of them while Natsu showed off how awesome his basketball skills were? It's not their fault for not giving you the attention you wanted. It's all your own fault for being weak. You're a disgrace. You would only bring shame and disappointment to your family. You are a failure. You can't do anything right. No one likes you, because you are 'dame-Tsuna'.

Yeah you're right. Tsuna replied mentally, to whom he doesn't know. I'm a failure. There's no way I can be better than Natsu. So I guess I should just continue be dame-Tsuna. Do what I'm best at (tripping and failing). I'll give Natsu the attention he wanted. That way, everyone can be happy.

That night, with that thought lingering in his head, Tsuna went to sleep, determined to make everyone happy. If he can't do anything right, then he at least want everyone to be happy. To at least be able to do something.

But...

...why does his heart hurt so much?

Naruto finished watching that scene with a sigh. He doesn't know what to say anymore. This boy is too nice. WAY to nice. He's giving up just like that!? Just because three people doesn't like him, and probably more from school, he's giving up!? Just because he can't do anything right, he's changing his goal to making everyone happy!? Naruto couldn't believe it. When he's younger, he's hated by EVERYONE in the village, which, is like over thousands of people. They not just HATED him, but also tried to MURDER him. This boy only had a few people dislike him. In fact, they don't dislike him, they just doesn't give him attention and understanding. Just because of that, he's giving up?! This boy is too weak. Really, way too weak.

The next few scenes showed Tsuna's interaction with Natsu. Apparently, that night before the two men left, they told Natsu to be a good brother and protect Tsuna, and Natsu agreed with a few eager nods. They failed to see the evil glint in his eyes however.

As they grew up, Natsu began hating Tsuna more and more, for some reasons. He doesn't personally cause Tsuna pain anymore. Instead, he told his friends (bullies) to bully Tsuna. And every time right before they finished beating up Tsuna, Natsu would show up and 'help' Tsuna. That made everyone who saw the scene compliment on how nice Natsu is.

Time passed. Gossips spread.

People, especially those older women who loved to gossip around, often said those in their conversation:

"Oh, do you know that older boy of the Sawadas? How I wish to have a son like him! He's an ace student, excellent basketball player, and protects his younger brother, dame-Tsuna, every time he's bullied!"

Or...

"Oh my god! Did you hear?! That Sawada boy, Natsu, won the championship for his school again!"

Or...

"You should have seen it! He showed up like a hero, and stood in front of his brother! Oh I wish my son can be more like him!"

Time after time, Natsu became the hero brother and awesome son, while Tsuna, 'dame-Tsuna', became a disgrace to his family in everyone's eyes. Every time they talked about Tsuna, they would called him 'dame-Tsuna', 'the weaker one', 'the younger brother', 'the one always got bullied', or 'the failure in his family'. However, they never said any of those things in front of Nana, for fear of her angers.

Nana was worried that her wish had came true. Tsuna did got bullied. But she was happy that Natsu was there to protect him.

Tsuna, at first, thought that Natsu was really trying to do his big brother's duties right and protect him from bullies. But when one day he followed the bullies right after the beating, he found them laughing with Natsu while Natsu complimented them on their bullying skills. That's when Tsuna realized everything Natsu did was an act. At school and at home, he's an ace student and a good son, but the truth is he's the one who's secretly controlling all the bullies.

After school, bullies would threaten younger students for money, then sometimes Natsu would stand up for the younger kids, but not after the bullies took the money away. Because of that, every students thinks Natsu is a hero. He's their protector, their savior. Everyone looked up to Natsu, just like what their parents told them, "be a good boy like Natsu."

In front of other people, Natsu always acted very motherly and caring towards Tsuna. But when they were alone, he would show his true side. He would mock, threaten, and sneer at Tsuna. He would beat him up, or force him into dangerous situations. Tsuna doesn't understand why Natsu would do that to him. If it's because Natsu is jealous, then isn't it a bit too much? Also, Natsu is the one gaining all the attention right now, so why would he be jealous of 'dame-Tsuna', the disgraced son in everyone's eyes?

Once when they were alone, Tsuna managed to gather up his courage and ask Natsu, ask him why he hated Tsuna that much. To his surprise, Natsu didn't sneer at him or call him 'dame-Tsuna' as usual; instead, he looked raged and jealous, and he yelled, "JUST STOP YOUR DAMN ACT TSUNA!"

Tsuna doesn't understand what he mean by 'acting'. Wasn't Natsu the one who's acting all the time?

After that incident, Natsu seemed to hate Tsuna even more. He didn't just beat Tsuna up anymore. He went even more extreme. He would 'accidentally' bump him just when a car drove by. Or he would sometimes push Tsuna out of his window, causing him to roll onto the roof edge, which, luckily, protected him from falling. He would even command his 'friends' to spread nasty rumors about Tsuna, hurting Tsuna emotionally. But most of the times, he would just tear up Tsuna's homework and throw it away.

Once, after Natsu 'accidentally' bumped Tsuna into a car, Tsuna managed to dodge the hit but his leg wasn't so lucky. The result was his staying in the hospital for two months. After that incident, Tsuna became extremely terrified of Natsu. If Natsu would go as far as trying to kill him in an 'accident', who knows what he would do next? Putting Potassium Cyanide in his drink? Splashing acid all over him? Therefore, Tsuna tried to tell mama secretly about the bullying, hoping mama can stop Natsu from hurting Tsuna even more. But of course, mama doesn't believe Tsuna. Who would believe that their overprotective son would push his favorite brother (yeah right) into a car?! How could everything Natsu did be an act? What possessed Natsu, who protected Tsuna all the time, to want to kill Tsuna? The reason?

No reason.

That's why Nana thought that Tsuna is lying. Tsuna probably was jealous of the attention his brother was getting, that's why he would blame Natsu so Natsu's reputation would be ruined. Believing that's the real reason, Nana was furious at Tsuna. How could he blame his protective older brother for something so serious?! How could he! Nana didn't talk to Tsuna for a whole week. When she does talk to him, she would only greet him or call him down for dinner. She doesn't even tend his injuries anymore.

But what Nana doesn't know, is that, unfortunately, Natsu had heard their conversation. To punish Tsuna for telling mama, Natsu gave Tsuna a nasty beating personally that resulted with a dislocated arm, a broken hand, and five broken ribs. It was a younger student who found Tsuna surrounded by a pool of blood and called the ambulance.

Nana didn't visit her son that time, thinking it's just a normal beating from the bullies and Natsu was probably the one who called the ambulance. Besides, she was still mad at Tsuna.

Ever since the horrible beating and waking up in a hospital bed with no one around him, Tsuna became silent and cautious around his family. He kept to himself as much as possible, knowing mama doesn't care for him anymore and would feel annoyed if he constantly asked her about this and that. He doesn't tell her about his injuries anymore. He would take care of them himself. Ever since the car accident and the beatings, Tsuna became extremely scared of Natsu. He doesn't want anymore broken (possibly smashed) bones and murder attempts, so he never told anyone about Natsu's true side. He would just let Natsu do whatever he wanted to as long as he's happy. To Tsuna, an angry Natsu is almost as scary as an angry mama. He would do everything he can to prevent his brother from being angry and try to murder him again.

The memories ended here. By the end of the scene, Naruto was deep in thoughts. He could tell something was wrong. There's a missing piece somewhere. Only if he could find what the missing piece was, everything would make sense. He just need the key.

First, which is also the one that intrigued him the most: What does Natsu mean by "JUST STOP YOUR DAMN ACT TSUNA"? Wasn't he the one who's acting, not Tsuna?

Second: Why is Natsu so vicious towards Tsuna? Why is he so cold-blooded? They are brothers; they are family. They were born together, lived together. Even if Natsu was filled with hatred, there must be a tiny spark of care inside of him. Where is that care? Why does he act as if he doesn't care for Tsuna's life? Does he really want Tsuna to die?

Third: Why is Natsu so jealous of Tsuna? If the reason he's jealous is that Tsuna gets more attention than Natsu, then he should have reached his goal already. He already turned his mother's attention towards him. His brother, Tsuna, became 'dame-Tsuna' and was looked down upon by everyone while he became the perfect son in everyone's eyes. What else does Tsuna has that he doesn't? What else is he jealous of? If the reason of his hatred isn't Jealousy, then what is? What is the reason?

Forth: What are Iemitsu and Timoteo hiding? What are their real jobs? Construction workers doesn't go to North Pole and take pictures with penguins. Construction workers don't have money to buy suits and ties. What's their secret?

Fifth: This one has been bugging Naruto a lot. What are 'cars'?

Sixth: In this town they lived in, why are there only civilians? Where are the ninjas? If this isn't a ninja village, ugghh, town, then where was this town located on the map? Every village on the map is a ninja village. So could this town be off the map? Also, why were they dressed so weirdly? Where were the clans? But knowing Madara, Naruto had a feeling that he's been send to somewhere unexpected. Last time, Madara send Naruto and Sakura to an alternate universe he created in which everything is switched. Sakura's father is Yondaime. Sasuke is a playboy. Shikamaru is stupid. Ino is shy. Kiba hates dogs and loves cats. Shino is afraid of bugs. Akatsuki were mercenaries. And most importantly, Naruto, whose name was Menma in that universe, is evil and controls a dark Kyuubi. He later destroyed three-forth of Konoha with one jutsu... What if he's in another universe? Then everything would make sense. The advanced technologies, the strange way they dressed...

Seventh: Oh and talking about dark Kyuubi, where's Kyuubi?

Naruto sighed. Thinking was never his thing. He's already feeling dizzy from information overload. Oh, how he wished Shikamaru is here! He can probably point out more suspicious spots and create a long list of possible reasons of Natsu's hatred towards Tsuna. Damn, why doesn't Madara sent Shikamaru with him! He needs more brain cells! ARGHH!

Naruto rubbed his temples and exited the room. He needed some fresh air, but too bad, he only received rotten egg smell. Sighing once again dejectedly, Naruto couldn't help but groan as he tramped forward. Why does everything happen to him? Why can't he have a rest? Why are there always new enemies popping out of nowhere? First, he killed Orochimaru, then, he just had to come back alive! And not just him, but also the Akatsuki members! Why can't the enemies just STAY DEAD!? Does he have to spent his entire life fighting the same enemies over and over again as some stupid people revived them again and again?! HE WANTED SOME REST!

But maybe, this is his chance for a rest. After all, who knows where he is right now. Maybe Madara had send him to an alternate universe! And in this universe, there is no ninjas, no more enemies hunting for his life! He can finally get a rest for once! Until people in his universe managed to find a way to bring him back that is, because Naruto has absolutely no idea how to jump from universe to universe. If he wanted to go back, it will either be Madara nice enough to bring him back, or Tsunade baa-chan finding a way with his friends. Finally, he can have a rest!

Feeling much better, Naruto continued his way forward happily. He hasn't seen any doors yet, so he kept walking and walking until...there! He saw one! There's a dark orange door on the left wall, but it was placed right next to a turning point of the narrow passageway. Which way should he go? Walking closer to the turning point, Naruto felt a sense of familiarity rising inside of him. He's been here before. Wherever this turning point led him to, he's sure he had came here before.

Oh well, he'll go explore later. After all, he has all the time in the world to spent. So Naruto trod closer to the orange door to explore it first, and found a placard placed on the door. It says: Control Room.

"Control Room? Did that mean I can control this body?" Naruto mumbled curiously, and pushed open the door. Inside was a large screen that was pitch black. In front of the screen is a small table with a microphone attached on top. "Interesting..." Naruto muttered, tapping the microphone curiously.

Just at that moment, the screen glowed and an image appeared, as if the owner of this body had just woken up...

AN: Thanks for reading!