Hey guys and girls.

Welcome to the newest chapter of I. S. Naruto.

A lot has happened since the last chapter.

For starters, Danzou had rigged a nuke to be a dummy nuke, which actually was a means to start World War 3. With every missile in the world now launched, things are not looking up as Tabane has called everyone back.

And now Naruto's V. I. is now unshackled and now very much aware. This is not gonna end well.

As well, this chapter's name has changed.

Now before we begin, there is a serious topic I must bring to light. Okay, two topics. Firstly. Cyber bullying. Come on guys. People are not made of iron. If we were made of iron then we'd not be human. We'd be less than human. Come on guys. I know what it is like to be bullied through convential means. As well as cyber means. And trust me. That was the main cause for me to develop an alter personality. And no it is not Arufal or DemonSpirit.

Secondly. To all you guest readers out there. I have a big thing to say to you. You're not gods. I know some of you aren't here to try anything funny and are in it for reading good fanfics. But to those of you who are trying to make a name for yourself. One thing I must say. Fuck you. Just FUCK YOU. I was busy scanning over some of the latest reviews. And I have no idea who you are. But the person who stated in the review that I probably failed English and that I am stupid? FYI? I got a motherfucking distinction. 89%. So you had better take that comment and shove it up your fucking ass. The reason there are a few typos is because I'm slightly dyslecsic. Is it my fault to have been born with this? No. So shut the fuck up.

*Sigh*

Enjoy the chapter before I give myself a fucking heart attack.

Disclaimers: I own nothing.

Chapter 21: Operation: Apocalyptic Heart.

"Wiat what?" spoke Naruto now confused with everyone else. "You mean to say we pulled the trigger to start World War 3?"

"Officially yes. We started World War 3." said Muroto as Tabane sat there with her head hung in shame for not stopping this. "Unofficially, Danzou did it."

"I'm not sure some of us follow." said Nagato.

"On paper, we started the 3rd World War. Off the table, Danzou was the real one who started the war." reitterated Muroto in simple terms.

"So how do we go about doing this?" asked Tatenashi now concerned.

"Civilians have already been taken to shelters. In the long haul, we are very much gonna be living underground for a long time." said Muroto only to have Tabane slam her hand on the wall with everyone looking to her.

"So that's it?" she growled. "We live as vermin until the radiation is gone?"

"Tabane-chan. I know this is a lot to take in." said Muroto only to be on the receiving end of Tabane's glare.

"I've already taken it in. But this is madness. I mean, Danzou starting World War 3. I mean, it's a fucking apocalypse. A nuclear apocalypse." snapped Tabane.

"Tabane-chan." said Naruto as he watched her scold in a manner he had never seen before, not since he became what he was now.

Following her out as she stormed out the room, Naruto trailed her as she soon stopped a good 40 feet away from the room they were in.

"Tabane-chan. What is really bugging you?" asked Naruto as he layed a hand on her shoulder.

He was shocked when Tabane turned around with tears streaming down her cheeks. Hugging the man she loved, Tabane let everything out.

"It was exactly like when I saved you. The absolute change. When I could no longer go back to just being Tabane the genius." said Tabane as Naruto stroked her head as he held her close.

"I know. You were reminded weren't you. About what you did to me." said Naruto with Tabane nodding her head.

"I thought I had gotten it out of my system. But it turns out. My hands are just too drenched in blood. Your blood included." cried Tabane.

"That's not tru-"

"Yes it is. The bomb that was used to supposedly kill you. Was made by me." said Tabane shocking Naruto.

"What?" spoke Naruto completely blown away.

"The bomb. I made it. But it was a prototype device made for Kushina. I gave her. She said she had cracked the means to create an even stronger bomb. And wanted to test my own type of bomb against. But I never thought she'd go so far as to used it in that bombing involving you." cried Tabane.

"You. You were the cause for turning me into this?" said Naruto shocked as Tabane shook her head.

"Naru-chanie. I am so sorry. You have every right to hate me. So please. I beg you of one thing. Give mercy to a damned soul on the road to hell. Yes I was the one who made the bomb that was used to nearly kill you. And yes I was the one who saved your life. And for that, I'm so sorry." said Tabane droppig to her knees and cried.

Slowly getting to his knees, Naruto took hold of Tabane's cheeks and turned her head to look at his. Slowly disengaging the parts used to help keep his mechanical side hidden, Naruto placed his now exposed robotic hand to Tabane as she gazed into his robotic eye as she sighed as Naruto dried her tears from her cheeks.

Giving her a kiss on the lips, Naruto ensured to keep Tabane close to him as much as possible. Tabane herself felt completely safe within Naruto's arms. Despite being his savoir, and in a sense, executioner, she was very much happy that Naruto accepted her for who she was. Even after she came clean about the truth about the bomb.

Breaking from the kiss, Naruto gazed into her eyes and smiled while he layed a hand on her cheek.

"I said it once. And I'll say it again. I'll never resent you for what you did to me." said Naruto as Tabane gazed into his eyes.

"Naru-chanie." she chimed as Naruto drew her close to him.

"I will stand with you. Even if you did create the weapon of my demise in the past. You saved me as a means to seek redemption. I know you feel guilty. That is why I will remain by your side." said Naruto giving her a peck on the lips.

'This world was dying. I know that much. In order to save mankind, we must get rid of ourselves from the apex of life in order to revitalize the planet. Humanity is riddled with wars and genocide.' thought Naruto as he gazed outside as massive explosions on the horizon were seen as thousands of lives were extinguished in the blink of an eye. 'Same shit different day. Everyday is a struggle. Who's gonna win, and who's gonna lose. Nature has taught us that survival of the fittest is what really matters. But sometimes, we find ways to adapt and grow. I knew we could not stop the missiles in time. And now all those lives are on our hands. We promised we'd protect those people. But some were not so lucky.'

Looking to find his aunt Konan standing there, Naruto got up along with Tabane in his arms and nodded to her while he took Tabane to her room seeing as she had passed out.

'Pain and suffering is always in the equation. We have always been at the heart of all the problems. We have always been the ones to try and stop this war. We dig up bones, yet we bury the truth. And Danzou has very much buried the truth here. But he has left one major flaw in his plans. He forgot to get rid of us. Be ready Danzou. Cause I've got a bullet here. With your name on it. And I swear. Before I leave this planet, I'll make sure you have a head start to hell.'

And scene.

Yes I know it wasn't really much of a chapter, but now we are gonna step things up a notch. Nowit is time for some post apocalypse warefare. And yes, Naruto's mother, father and sister will make an appearance in the next chatper.

So don't worry there.

Chapter 22: Operation: Gears Of War.

Coming soon.

Thank you for reading.

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BlackSpirit101 out. ;)