After a brush with near-death, Tatsumaki realizes she cannot be the pillar of hope the people need. For the first time in a long time, she is afraid. The only one who can save her from that fear doesn't understand the concept of responsibility. There's more to hero work than a good fight and more to bravery than strength alone. The world needs a true hero, but what does that mean?

There are mysterious beings that exist throughout the fabric of time and space. One day Naruto comes in contact with such a being, altering not only his destiny but the world around him. Naruto x Naruko. Disclaimer: I don't own any stories used in here but neither do you. HIATUS