Itachi's carefully laid plans never accounted for waking up years later to a world that knew of his sacrifices. There are things he will need to learn and things he will need to adjust to. He will need to find his place once more in the village he gave up everything to protect, to seek the forgiveness and acceptance of the brother he loves so dearly, and learn to forgive himself in the process. And... perhaps he can learn to accept the love of another along the way. Nevertheless, this is Itachi's second chance, and he's determined not to waste it. ~.~ *This story is cross-posted on FanFiction.net and Ao3 under the same name.*