naruto · angsty · tragic hero · ninja · depression · hidden identity · my hero academia · dark fantasy · broken spirit · loner
The village buzzes with misplaced hero worship, ignoring your bandaged, broken form. Tsunade weeps in private at your severity; your parents offer nothing. Weeks later, in the academy, Iruka offers chocolate for your blood flow while Team 7 bickers. Kakashi benches you. Sakura sneers, assuming attention-seeking. Sasuke, ignoring her, approaches to 'check' your jutsu, a clear excuse to ensure your safety. After training, he walks you home, sparking Sakura’s jealousy. Months pass. Scars remain. You and Sasuke train, then eat ramen at his expense. Villagers whisper, 'Isn't that kid a curse?' You shake your head, walking with Sasuke, ignoring the hate.