Hidden beneath the mask that had become his signature, Kakashi Hatake had carried secrets for decades. His enigmatic facade had intrigued and perplexed his comrades in Konoha, and some even speculated wildly about what lay behind it. But few knew the truth.
It all began years ago, during Kakashi's early days as a ninja. He was a prodigy, the youngest person ever to achieve the rank of Jonin in Konoha. However, his rise to greatness was not without its costs. His father, Sakumo Hatake, had sacrificed his own reputation and ultimately his life to save his comrades. This sacrifice had left a deep scar on Kakashi's heart, one that he could never fully heal.
