Chapter One

He Remembered

He remembered it all, despite what the iryo-nin told his parents. He recalled the destroyed buildings of Konohagakure, the fire, and the screams; oh god the screams. But, the flames stood out the most to him. Even to his underdeveloped brain, he could understand the symbolism.

His father would always go on and on about the 'will of fire.' And how the 'will of Konoha burned brightly in all its inhabitants.' How one day his son would be a great shinobi, who would surpass even himself eventually. He would often then look off into a seemingly random direction; his expression wistful.

However, with the attack of a great beast came the crumbling of a life, a life that was far too young. But the ninja world was beyond cruel, and life was equally as unforgiving.

In one universe a child grew to be a great savior. A messiah for those in need, and a leader of peace. In this world; however, a child will grow with a seed planted. A seed of fear, that will change everything that should have been.

In this reality, the child remembered...