Naruto, Sasuke, and Shikamaru are hiding something. Their classmates realize this one day when the Nara and Uchiha ran out of the classroom after the Uzumaki. What are they hiding and why does Naruto remind Kakashi of an old friend? *Rated M juuuusst in case... Just in case*

At the tender age of five, Naruto is living on the streets, all alone, and very vulnerable. One fateful night, on Naruto's very own birthday, five very drunk chuunin manage to find Naruto. However Naruto is rescued by Shisui, and taken in by him. What will happen due to these unexpected turn of events. Very strong Naruto, Smart Naruto {Disclaimer: I do not own Naruto. Any and all content used from Naruto belongs to Masashi Kishimoto.}

He isn't the person he seems to be. He has secrets, lies, and dark truths to his soul and real persona. His life isn't as pretty and nice as everyone thought it is, and in fact, it was quite the exact opposite. Uzumaki Naruto, if that is his real name, is one good example. With secrets and tall and thick titanium walls filling his heart, could Konoha even see past his mask? And if death is knocking on his door, would his secrets be exposed to the public? --- REWRITE IS OUT

Naruto, son of Yondaime, heir to the infamous Uzumaki Clan, is disliked by a high percentage of Konoha because of the Kyuubi. After meeting Kurama, a week after enrolling in the Academy, he begins training with his grandfather, the Uchiha Clan and ANBU ninjas. He is known as a prodigy and slowly gains the respect that he deserves.