The reality Off The Past

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Naruto, having stumbled upon a magical scroll during one of his ninja missions, had unwittingly been transported to the wizarding world. His bright eyes and infectious grin, so at odds with the solemn air of Hogwarts, drew the attention of everyone who passed by. Severus felt his heart race as the memories of his old life flooded back, memories he had worked tirelessly to bury. He watched as the boy's unbridled enthusiasm and reckless abandon brought joy and chaos in equal measure to the usually stoic students.The resemblance between the two was uncanny, down to the whisker-like markings on Naruto's face. Snape knew he couldn't ignore this twist of fate. With a deep breath, he approached the gathering, his robes sweeping the floor like a dark shadow. The students fell silent, their curiosity piqued by the rare sight of the Potions Master engaging with them."What is the meaning of this ruckus?" Snape's voice was low and stern, yet there was a hint of something else in his tone, something that made the students exchange knowing glances.Naruto looked up, his blue eyes meeting Snape's for the first time. The resemblance was uncanny, and for a moment, the potions master felt as though he was staring into a mirror reflecting a past self he'd thought long gone. The boy's energy was electric, a stark contrast to the stoic wizard before him."Hey, mister!" Naruto called out, his voice filled with the same unyielding spirit that had once driven Sasuke. "I'm just trying to make some new friends!" He flashed a grin, oblivious to the tension his presence had brought.Severus studied the boy, his mind racing. The resemblance was more than just physical; there was an unmistakable aura of determination about him, one that mirrored his own during his younger days. He felt a strange mix of nostalgia and dread, unsure how to react. The other students watched with bated breath, sensing the palpable tension."Friends, Mr. Uzumaki?" Snape said, his voice laced with skepticism. "I highly doubt that your methods of 'friend-making' are suitable for Hogwarts."Naruto's eyes widened in surprise. "How'd you know my last name?"Severus felt his heart skip a beat. "A...an educated guess," he replied, his voice strained. He couldn't reveal his true identity, not here, not now. The implications would be catastrophic.The students, sensing something was amiss, whispered among themselves. Some had heard the legends of the Uchiha, others knew of the Great Ninja War. The thought of a real-life ninja in their midst was both thrilling and terrifying."I don't think we're in the right school," said Harry Potter, his glasses askew. "Should we tell Professor Dumbledore?"Severus's gaze flickered to Harry, then back to Naruto. "I'm sure Professor Dumbledore is... occupied," he said, his voice tight. "Mr. Uzumaki, come with me."Naruto, ever the curious soul, followed Snape without question. The crowd of students parted like the sea before Moses, allowing them to pass through the Great Hall's grand entrance. The whispers grew louder as they moved away, the name 'Uchiha' echoing through the stone corridors.Once inside his dimly lit potions classroom, Snape closed the door with a firm thud, the silence deafening. He turned to face Naruto, his expression unreadable. "Why are you here?" he demanded, his voice sharp as a blade.Naruto's grin didn't waver. "I'm looking for my buddy, Sasuke! He said he'd be here. Have you seen him?"Severus's mind reeled. Sasuke, here? It couldn't be. He cleared his throat, his heart racing. "Mr. Uzumaki, this is a school of witchcraft and wizardry, not a... ninja academy."Naruto's eyes widened. "Whoa, really? That's even cooler than I thought!" His excitement was palpable, but Snape felt his anxiety spike. He needed to get to the bottom of this before the situation spun out of control."I'm sorry, but you must have been mistaken," Snape said, trying to keep his voice steady. "I'm Severus Snape, and I can assure you, there are no ninjas at Hogwarts."Naruto's smile didn't fade. "Well, if he's not here, do you know how I can get back to my world?"Severus took a step back, his mind racing. "Back to your... world?"Naruto nodded. "Yeah, I'm from a place called the Hidden Leaf Village. It's full of ninjas and stuff. One minute I was fighting a giant toad, the next I'm here!" He paused, looking around the room with wide eyes. "This place is like a dream come true!"