A/N: Hey all! Welcome back to 'Bad Karma'! We're almost to our EPIC conclusion to this story. I want to thank everybody who has been following and reading and reviewing. I love you guys a lot and it means a lot to me when you wait for a new chapter to come up faithfully. I would also like to mention that there are only three more chapters plus an epilogue! Yikes! So what will you do after this? I have another NaruKiba story coming out after the end of 'Bad Karma' called 'This is War: Secret of Ukime Garden'. It's going to be in the Naruto-verse and also will be a lot more action packed and such. There will still be romance but that's for another time! Anyway, here are some reviews:

Narutokiba1331: Kushina is here to stay until the end! I'm glad you liked the chapter! Thanks a bunch!

NaruKiba Lover: Thanks for the descriptive and informative chapter! I honestly thought that the only fluffy part of that chapter was the whole hug thing. But yeah thanks for the review! No harm done with a little criticism!

Wereteen25: Well here's the next one! :P

Gretty23: Yay for smiley faces! Thanks a bunch for the review and reading!

ThomasNealy: I already mentioned your response through a private message, but to address to everybody: it is a fanfiction writer's job to make a story that they would like to write while keeping in mind their audience. Real world stories are there to connect characters to real life people (you can do the same with anime world stories) with realistic scenarios. I just do it for entertainment and there is no reason to hate upon the Alternate Universe stories. But thank you for taking the time to tell me! Thanks for the review!

Those are all of the reviews for Chapter Seven! Now, for the disclaimer. What will happen in this chapter? The title may be misleading, but I trust you it's NOT what you think!

I do NOT own Naruto or any of the characters involved! 'Naruto' © Masashi Kishimoto

Chapter Eight: give your heart a break.

A/N: Thoughts are separated by italics and single quotations (or apostrophes); emphasized speech or angry speech is established by bold or underlined words. Regular speech (dialogue) is established by "quotations". Anything else is either first person speech or description. This story will be told from a first person point of view. Enjoy

(NARUTO POV)

As Kiba left my hospital room, I felt pain in my chest; I gripped my chest and breathed slowly. Was…that guilt?

I let it pass then paid attention to my mother…whom I hadn't seen in three years. I shifted in my bed, sitting in a more upright position, and sighed. "H-How did you know I was here?"

Kushina smiled lightly and moved hair from her face and behind her ear, "Well," she paused, "the hospital contacted me and said that you were in the hospital…so I had to come down here to make sure you were okay. To be by your side."

I scoffed and crossed my arms, looking out the nearby window. A bluebird flew by, then circled around, landing on the windowsill. It pecked at the glass a bit then tended to its own duties. "To be by my side? You haven't been here for almost three years…why now?"

"Well were you in the hospital at all over the past three years!?" She asked and I silenced myself. She did have a point…but that was still no excuse to leave your child without visiting! "But what about Christmas…? Or Thanksgiving? Or even Mother's Day? I-I…I've been alone…"

"Alone?" Kushina seemed confused. "What do you mean alone?"

Shit. My secret was out. "Well…let's just say I've been…living by myself?"

"WHAT!?" The scream echoed through the whole hospital and Kushina blushed out of embarrassment. I reminded myself never to get my mother angry. "Y-Yeah…"

A doctor came in and checked on both of us. "Is everything okay in here?"

"Oh of course! Just…mother son bonding time! Thanks!" Kushina smiled, creepily. The doctor cleared his throat then left, closing the door behind him. My mother then proceeded to focus her anger (in a quieter manner) on me once again. "What are you talking about? You were supposed to stay with Tsunade!"

I shook my head, "I-I couldn't handle it there. I love her to death but I…I needed to be alone. So that's what I've been doing. Besides, shouldn't Tsunade have told you about my predicament? I thought you actually knew…" I lied. Kushina rubbed her temples then proceeded to laugh, "You're a troublesome kid, you know that?"

"Only the most troublesome," I pointed at myself with my bandaged thumb and smiled at my mother. "I am YOUR son." I added.

Kushina rolled her eyes and laughed, "Whatever…as long as you're okay I guess it's fine…but, I have some news for you…"

"Like," I paused, "you're taking me with you now?"

I actually hoped to leave this city; I couldn't handle all the memories and…people.

Kushina shook her head, "No…but you're kinda close."

(KIBA POV)

I kicked many pebbles after leaving the hospital. It was actually a sunny day and I needed to get home and clean up before my mom and sister got back.

In my head, I kept replaying all of the recent events…it was depressing. I hated this. First it was Kankuro three years ago…and now it was the one boy I thought I wouldn't let go. Could I really let go of Naruto? I didn't want to. But would I have to?

The birds chirped and flew above me. I watched as one bluebird flew up to the level Naruto was on and perch on a windowsill. I could even say it was Naruto's window, but that'd be coincidental. I walked my way back to Sasuke's place, hoping my car was still there. Fortunately, it was. No damage whatsoever. I got in and backed out of his driveway, heading back to my home. Once I arrived, I saw that my mom and sister were yet to get back.

I parked then got out, heading inside to clean up the mess I had made last night. After I had picked up my trashed room, I remembered to write a note to my mother stating I needed a new dresser…seeing as how I trashed mine. Akamaru whimpered at his dog dish and I finally poured some meaty kibble into it for his delight. "There you go buddy," I pet his head as he ate happily. I retracted my hand and sighed, "Am I a failure, Akamaru?"

The white dog looked back up to me and barked, tilting his head to the side. I snickered, smirking a little. "Thought so…"

I stood up and walked over to the kitchen window, watching as the beautiful Fall afternoon progressed. "I could be out there right now…doing something. Doing something productive, doing something stupid. I could be out there living my life and hanging out with my friends…My friends. I can't believe they did that for me," I looked into my palms then shut my eyes, "am I really worth the support? I lie to all of the people I care about and I ruin lives! Just look at Naruto! I ruined his life…or did I…?"

"…and that's for making my son that happiest he's ever been…"

I blinked then looked back outside. "I could be out there doing something. Doing something to get him back, doing something to make him feel loved. I could be out there living my life as a lie like I have, but then I wouldn't have the one person I care about the most…"

The blonde's face appeared in my mind and I growled, slamming my fists onto the table. "Akamaru! I'm leaving!" I grabbed my keys and walked towards the door. The dog followed after me and barked and I smirked. "I'm going to do something."

And with that, I left my house.

(NARUTO POV)

"…so that's what I've been doing lately." Kushina finished and I was almost in shock.

"So let me get this straight: You left…to escape this depressing city…met a guy?"

My mother nodded and I continued, listing things off with my fingers. "Met a guy…this guy made you happy and so…you got engaged?"

"Yup," she assured and I went on with my list; this list couldn't be any longer…

"Engagement, married…which I wasn't invited to, by the way! This guy has a son as well?"

"Yeah. He's the same age as you. Except you are probably only a few months older. But, go on." Kushina said and I rolled my eyes. "And now…you're thinking about moving back here in order to care for me and your new family…?"

"Well," Kushina stood, "it's your new family too."

"I've never even MET the people, let alone call them 'family'! You're just now telling me this?" I yelled and my mother sighed, "I knew you'd react this way…but listen, it's not that bad. You'll love his son. He is kinda quiet, but has been getting better being sociable. He'll be attending the high school to finish out the year."

I placed my hands on my face and pulled. I was so frustrated! How could my own mother not tell me about this…love affair!? It was astonishing how oblivious I was to the situations happening in hot and steamy Sunagakure! I shrugged it off and nodded, "Okay fine…when do they come in?"

"They are flying in tomorrow…your stepdad has already looked for houses down here. And we found one perfect. Though," Kushina paused. "There is a catch…"

I blinked and then I realized what she was saying. "I have…I have to leave schools don't I?"

She nodded and I growled. I wanted to say, "NO" but I couldn't bring myself to do so. Why? Of course, there was Uchiha-bitch…but…there was also Kiba. I couldn't leave him…even though I had sent him out only a few hours ago, I couldn't let Kiba go that easily. Speaking of which…

"Mom…I can't leave schools…" I said and Kushina crossed her arms, giving her all-knowing motherly smirk.

"It's Kiba, ain't it?" I nodded in response and she smiled, sitting on the bed, near my left side. "Honey, are you telling me you're in love with this boy?"

I froze. Did I? I had said it many times…but did I mean it? Better yet, did Kiba mean it?

"Yes." I replied. I hoped I wouldn't regret those words.

"Well," my mother was in deep thought, "if Baki is willing to pay for you and Gaara's schooling at Konoha High…I guess you could get a variance…"

(KIBA POV)

I first pulled up to the Uchiha Residence. Kankuro was sure to still be there. A lot of people were most likely passed out inside. I knocked on the front door and awaited somebody to answer. Finally, the door opened and low and behold…

"Kankuro." I said and the brunette smirked at me, closing the door behind him as he came outside with me. "What's up, Kiba? I didn't expect to see you back…"

I crossed my arms, "What was with last night? Why did you kiss me?"

"Because…I've missed you." Kankuro simply replied and I closed my eyes. "Tch. Bullshit. Tell me the truth, for once in your life." I demanded and Kankuro frowned; he realized then that I wasn't playing games. He rubbed a hand through his hair and shrugged, "I was bored. And I knew you'd be willing to get a piece of this again."

"No. You're misunderstood. You used me. Used me. I never want to have a piece of you again." I stated firmly and Kankuro began to laugh. I growled, "What's so fucking funny?"

"You're so cute when you're angry," he pinched my cheek and I pulled away, bearing my teeth. "Besides the fact…You don't have to want, Inuzuka. I just know I've still got you wrapped around my finger." He held up his index finger and pointed at me. I shrugged, "Oh, do you think so?"

Kankuro nodded, "Why else would you have kissed me?"

"No," I retorted. "You kissed me. I didn't kiss you."

"You don't think I know this? I pick at your brain…like Iago, I'm the perfect villain, aren't I? Just picking away at your brain until you have nothing left, Kiba. Nothing." Kankuro explained and I scoffed. "Villain? VILLAIN? You're the farthest thing from a villain, Kankuro," I pushed a finger onto his chest and backed him up against the door.

"Listen now. I'm going to tell you this once and only once. You, Kankuro, are worthless trash. The fact that you would have the audacity to come back here JUST to fuck with me and my life makes you LESS than trash. Especially when you are working with Sasuke. Last night, meant nothing, and notice how I didn't kiss back when YOU kissed me? Yeah, that's me coming undone from your finger. I've been undone for three years now, Kankuro, and you aren't getting me back. I know deep inside you probably are thinking:

He's just bark and no bite.

Well, Kankuro, here's my bark," I paused and punched him square in the face, "and there's my bite."

Kankuro groaned and grabbed his nose as blood dripped through his fingers. The brunette slid down the Uchiha's door and to the ground, looking up at me. I rolled up my sleeves and smirked, "Bye, Kankuro. Stay away from me and Naruto." I walked to my car, got in, and drove away.

I turned up the volume in my car as "Bad Karma" by Ida Maria played. I smiled wide and couldn't sit still as I drove. That felt SO DAMN GOOD.

(NARUTO POV)

I was relieved to hear my mother say that they would be able to pay for my tuition for Konoha High. I really wanted to stay because I loved the teachers, I loved my little amount of friends, and most of all…even though he had fucked up royally…I loved Kiba Inuzuka. His smile, his bite, his loud talking, and his skill. He was a beautiful person inside and out, with a dark side. I knew now that I had to handle his dark side and I knew that he would change for me. I could already see from what he had done.

"Had he really stayed with me since last night?" I asked my mother, who grabbed her purse before heading for the door. "Yes…he did. The doctor said he wouldn't leave your side. Not even for bathroom breaks." I snickered at that last comment, knowing that Kiba probably had one of the worst bladders in the world.

I sighed contently and then spotted the card from across the room. "Mom…before you leave, can you hand me that card?" I pointed to it and she grabbed it, tossing it to me. She smiled, "I'll see you later, okay? I've gotta go pick up the keys and such…plus visit an unsuspecting Tsunade." And with that, she left.

I opened the card and read what was inside:

Hey

So, yeah. I fucked up. Bad.

I understand that.

I also understand if you don't want to see me anymore.

But hear me out before you make your decision.

My whole life has been a fuck-up:

Second to my sister, troublemaker, Gay, and always resorting to white lies.

I've made bad decisions with these lies…but I've made one good one.

If I hadn't lied, I wouldn't have come up to you and talked to you.

I wouldn't have kissed you or hugged you.

And most of all, I wouldn't have fallen in love with you…

Naruto, you mean a lot to me even though we've known each other for a short amount of time.

And finding out that I saved you was not a pity thing to stay with you, but…another connection that I made

In order to love you better.

If you are reading this…I want to say I love you.

If you don't, I hope you are happy with your life without me.

Because without you I'll be miserable at best.

Love,

Kiba

I almost started tearing up but then I laughed through my tears. "Fucking idiot…" I closed the card and placed it on the bedside table. "I love him."

(KIBA POV)

I almost sped to the hospital in order to finish the last task.

Ino looked at me almost scared, "What are we doing, Kiba? You look like you're on a serious mission!"

"Well," I smiled, "I've decided to stop running from my heart…and I've decided to stop lying."

"I'm aware…but will it work?" Ino asked and I nodded. "Sure it will! Ino?"

She nodded, "What?"

"I have to say…I've always thought you were an egotistical plastic bitch…since I've stopped lying…" I admitted and Ino steamed up, "Asshole!"

"But you're a really cool girl…thanks for helping me out…when you didn't have to." I smiled to her, hoping she'd calm down. Ino sighed and smiled, rolling her eyes. "You're lucky I care about you, Kiba. Otherwise, I'd fucking stab you with a nail file right now…"

I laughed as we pulled up to the hospital. I was ready to do something I never thought I'd do for anybody.

(NARUTO POV)

The doctor finished his check up and gave me a smile, "As it is looking right now, you'll be out of the hospital by the end of tonight. You are welcome to go and walk around if you feel up to it." I nodded a thanks to the doctor; I was so bored. Once the doctor left, I felt like no time had passed as…Ino walked in?

"Hiya," she smiled, sitting down in a chair by my bed, "how are you feeling?"

"Better," I looked for Kiba to follow, but there was no brunette. "What are you doing here?"

Ino seemed on cloud nine right now and I raised an eyebrow before she replied. "Wanted to check on you! You know, it's a very nice day outside. Have you looked outside lately?"

I nodded, acknowledging the beautiful weather. "Yeah, I realize that. Too bad I can't go out just yet. The doctor said I could in a few hours." Ino smiled, "That's good." Suddenly, she seemed distressed and she stood. "What is that?" She walked over to the window and I followed her with my eyes. "What is it?"

"Oh my God! Come look at this, Naruto!" Ino panicked, acting as if she saw a murder. Luckily, I could feel my legs again and I got up, walking numbly to the window. She moved out of the way so I could see and I shrugged, "What is it-what?"

Below…stood Kiba, guitar in his hand. He was looking up to the window and I smirked, opening it. "What are you doing down there…?"

(KIBA POV)

I waited outside. A few people passed by me, asking what I was doing, but I only said waiting for a friend. Finally, after Ino had been sent up, Naruto opened the window like I had hoped. He stuck his head out and smirked at me, "What are you doing down there…?" He asked me and I shrugged, "Being the Romeo to your Juliet, I guess!" I replied, strumming my guitar in an up tempo manner…

I began to sing my heart out to this boy…

~The day I first met you, you told me you'd never fall in love.

But now that I get you, I know fear is what it really was.

Now here we are, so close yet so far, how did I pass the test?

When will you realize…baby I'm not like the rest!?

Don't wanna break your heart, wanna give your heart a break.

I know you're scared it's wrong, like you might make a mistake.

There's just one life to live and there's no time to waste, to waste.

So let me give your heart a break, let me give your heart a break…

Let me give your heart a break, your heart a break.

Yeah yeah yeah~

Naruto's face lit up red as I sang to him. He smiled and leaned his head on one hand, keeping his head up with his elbow. He shook his head as I sang in public to him…

~On Sunday, you went home alone;

There were tears in your eyes.

I called your cell phone, my love, but you did not reply!

The world is ours if we want it, we can take it, if you just take my hand.

There's no turning back now, baby try to understand!

Don't wanna break your heart, wanna give you heart a break.

I know you're scared it's wrong, like you might make a mistake.

There's just one life to live and there's no time to waste, to waste.

So let me give your heart a break, let me give your heart a break…

Let me give your heart a break, your heart a break…

Give your heart a break, your heart a break…

Let me give your heart a break, let me give your heart a break…

Give your heart a break

Yeah, yeah, yeah~

I could see Naruto practically about to fall out the window; I was swooning him. I had hopefully won him over.

~The day I met you, you told me you'd never fall in love~

I put the guitar to my side, neck still in my hands after hitting the final chord. I smirked and walked inside the hospital.

(NARUTO POV)

As Kiba finished the song, I almost lost it there; he had just serenaded me in public! There were definitely people watching…and I know I was. Ino was listening and she was squee-ing to herself in the background. I smiled and let me head come back in the window as I headed for the door. I exited. Ino watched me leave and sighed to herself, "I love happy endings…"

I walked down the hall then down the stairs to the bottom level. There, I spotted the one I couldn't fucking resist…

(KIBA POV)

I was about to reach the stairs until I saw Naruto come down by himself. I paused and stood where I was. We connected eyes and exchanged loving smiles. I walked up slowly and put my guitar down on the ground. I grabbed his hands tights and looked at them. I could see he had his hand down as well. "I'm sorry?" I spoke, lifting my head to look into his eyes. Naruto met my eyes and rolled his own, "Whatever. I forgave you a while ago…when I asked you to leave. I just wanted to be alone with my mom. Had you fooled didn't I?" He laughed and I whimpered playfully.

"Wow, you should be in drama. You're a great actor." I said sarcastically and Naruto stuck his tongue out playfully. "You didn't have to do that, you know?"

I threaded my fingers with his, "No…I didn't. I wanted to. Like I wanted to go out with you. And like how I wanted to kiss you. Like I wanted to say," I released the smile and put on a more sincere face, "I love you."

Naruto blushed and looked away, growling under his breath. "Why and how do you do that to me?"

"Just my Inuzuka charm, I guess~" I joked and the teen practically latched his arms around my neck before placing his lips on mine. I kissed back generously, catching his hips in my arms. I lifted him a bit as the kiss progressed. The sparks I had been looking for returned finally and I was able to kiss him. If Naruto had truly forgiven me, I wasn't sure if I was ready to forgive myself…but I knew one thing: I had him…and that was all that mattered to me.

We released the kiss and I put him back on his bare feet. "You're lucky you're cute. Or else I would've really been mad at you…" He laughed and I rolled my eyes. "Diva." I jabbed. I hadn't been this playful since…since I had left the best thing I never had. We were happy and that was what mattered to me. Naruto shivered a bit, "Okay, it may be warm outside, but my feet are really cold," he lifted each one for a little before taking a full stance, "linoleum ain't the nicest thing on the soles." He laughed, making a play on words.

I laughed and ushered him back to his room. Hand in hand.

Although I had accomplished what I came to do, I wasn't done yet. This was just the weekend. But Naruto and I were prepared to finish the final act of this event:

School and taking down Sasuke Uchiha.

A/N: WELL FLUFF FLUFF FLUFF EVERYWHERE! DIE OF FLUFFY COMAS. I hope you guys enjoyed that bright side-ish chapter. Yes, Kushina is remarried and yes, Gaara will be coming into the picture. I know there are only two more chapters and an epilogue left, but don't worry! It'll be fine! The next chapters will be the concluding chapters. Review, favorite, and read! I hope you guys liked this story as it was fun for me to write! Come back next time! Also! If you want the soundtrack that I used to write each chapter, below are the songs corresponding to the chapters. You can listen to them on loop while you read this story. Here are some SPOILER chapter names for you as well:

1. bluebird (Prologue) – 'Bluebird' – Christina Perri

2.orange crush (Chapter One)'Orange Crush' – R.E.M.

3. cockiness (Chapter Two)'Cockiness' – Rihanna

4. glad you came (Chapter Three) 'Glad You Came' – The Wanted

5. no air (Chapter Four) 'No Air' – Jordin Sparks & Chris Brown

6. drunk (Chapter Five)'Drunk' – Ed Sheeran

7. love the way you lie (Chapter Six)'Love the Way You Lie (American Idol Version)' – Colton Dixon (originally written by Skylar Grey)

8. dark side (Chapter Seven) 'Dark Side' – Kelly Clarkson

9. give your heart a break (Chapter Eight)'Give Your Heart a Break' – cover by Alex G & Alex Goot

10. lights (Chapter Nine)'Lights (Acoustic)' – Ellie Goulding

11. my life would suck without you (Chapter Ten)'My Life Would Suck Without You' – Kelly Clarkson

12. bad karma (Epilogue)'Bad Karma' – Ida Maria

Also! Naruto's singing voice can be envisioned by Ed Sheeran/Colton Dixon (listen to them both!) and Kiba's singing voice can be described as Tyler Ward. Hope you guys liked it! Next chapter will be up soon!