Just some responses to the reviews real quick and we'll get into the story.

Autismguy593: You'll just have to read to find out now won't you haha.

LightninXX: Kushina and Minato were grown up, so yeah it's AU ish, The timeline for the wars kinda confuses me. I always figured Uzushiogakure was destroyed either towards the ending of the Second Great War, or it was the destruction of it that started the Third Great War. Anyhow it's definitely AU.

KakeruPB: Thanks for the followup review I really appreciate it. It was definitely quick, but I didn't want to risk jumbling up the time, In the last chapter I wrote that Kenshin (Akane's Father) had signed a document that allowed the conscription for certain individuals. As for how he got the money, this chapter should explain it.

Seanthefunnyone13: There will more than likely be a time skip for the duration of his training.

TheKingUchiha: It could definitely be better, it's been a while since I've read the manga or watched the anime so I'm going to slip up here and there.

WindCitySlayer1: Thanks I'm glad you've enjoyed it so far. I'll continue it for sure unless college decides to beat the shit out of me. Yeah, Naruto and Kushina are both cute.

Time Parad0x: Wow your reviews are honestly incredible, I sent you a pm and dunno if you read it or not but thanks a lot. I should've been much more descriptive about the affinities, he isn't going to be doing anything crazy with his Fire affinity. If I remember correctly Sasuke only had a lightning affinity. For this Naruto, he's going to be more attuned to his lightning affinity, like Sasuke. In all, he isn't going to be doing anything crazy just basic fire Ninjutsu.

Yeah, I wanted to give them inverse affinities. I should've been much more descriptive about the border skirmishes. Uzushiogakure hasn't been invaded or anything just yet, but the skirmishes are happening elsewhere in the Elemental Nations as you've stated, sorry for the discrepancies. I've been trying to find when Uzushiogakure was destroyed in canon for so long, I always figured it was close towards the end of the Second Shinobi War or the destruction of it is what started the Third Shinobi War. It's true that she was an academy student for most of the Second War during canon, and that she didn't really see any of the war. Thanks for another long and very informative review, honestly I read all the reviews as I'm writing the chapter to help push me forward.

Lord 7th: I mean it was just a peck on the lips, sorry if the vivid description of it made it seem like they were having a hot make-out session, but that definitely wasn't the case. That would be extremely weird and off-putting considering they're only around 10 years old. Glad you enjoyed the chapter though.

Chapter 3

Naruto the silver locket Kushina had given him, it's smooth texture and the picture inside already easing his worried mind. Kushina truly meant everything to him. Naruto wasn't naive, most people become Shinobi willingly. He could only imagine what the future had in store for him.

'I only have two days left with them... It's cruel a world, it's only been around two years since I've met them and it's been the best years of my life so far.' He thought ruefully a sad smile on his face as he reminisced the wonderful memories.

The ring he had given to Kushina had belonged to his Mother. It was one of the few possessions he had that belonged to his parents. He didn't know very much about either of them, assuming they loved him like any normal Parent would their child. Yet they were gone, his Mother passed away shortly after his birth, and his Father died as a Shinobi.

Pushing aside the depressing thoughts, he needed to be strong for them. If he showed any signs of weakness they wouldn't be able to stop worrying about him. Getting ready for the day, he put Kushina's locket around his neck and tucked it under his shirt and made his way out of his room.

Overlooking the 47 candidates go through the rigorous training regime, he was having second doubts about his decision. So many young faces that were destined for the hell that was war. Some wouldn't survive the augmentations and the others that hadn't may be crippled or die.

"Having second thoughts again?" questioned a soft voice. Turning around Kenshin saw his wife Hoshiko giving him a warm smile with two cups of tea. Handing him one of the cups he took a sip and gave her a small smile back. "What's troubling you dear?" she continued.

"What am I doing... From a young age, we're taught to take care of our family, this Village is my family, yet so are these kids. I'm condemning them to a fate most Jōnin wouldn't want any part in." He finished bitterly, a tired sigh escaping his lips.

"You're having second doubts from your conversation with Akane-chan?" she questioned, her inquisitive eyes reading him like an open book.

'She's the only one who can do that' He thought while laughing softly. Before his expression turned a little serious: "Of course I am, she's right... My duty to the village is to protect it no matter the cost. What are 48 lives to 2000?" he inquired softly, his shoulder slumped, and his green eyes holding nothing but sadness. "Our daughter thinks I'm a monster.." he finished, his voice filled with regret. Patting him on the back trying to console him "You know where she gets her anger from, give her time. The way you've described Naruto I'm sure he'll make it through, though you should give the candidates a choice for the augmentations." She finished sagely, a tranquil smile on her face.

"With a training regimen like this, they'll make exceptional Ninja anyways. Only a training addict like you could come up with something like this." She finished smacking her forehead shaking her head in disbelief, trying to light up her husbands' dejected mood.

Laughing at her jab before his response: "I don't know what I would do without you" He finished giving her a soft kiss on the cheek. His dejected mood gone with the wind. "I'll take your advice about the augmentations as well.." With her nod of agreement they just sat there in comfortable silence her head resting on his arm, while they just watched the children train.

Naruto was watching little Misaki while Kushina was helping Akane make lunch. Misaki was everyone's little bundle of laughter. She had started walking not to long ago and ever since then she's been a bundle of disaster. Akane had said she was just like Kushina at that age. Much to Kushina's ire and Naruto's laughter.

Ever since the kiss they've been much closer. Though they decided to keep the kisses on the lips for when they were older. For now, they just chose to kiss each other on the cheek. Whenever they were close to each other, they were always holding hands and talking.

"Bah bah bah, Nah." babbled little Misaki since he was spacing out in his thoughts. Since she was so young she called him Nah, which he didn't have a problem with.

Little Misaki was in a cute little one piece that was a soft purple color. Naruto assumed it was awfully comfortable as she seemed to favor that one piece to the other ones. Making funny faces and tickling her stomach to make her giggle.

"Naruto-kun bring Misaki-chan and come have lunch with us!" hollered Akane from downstairs.

"Let's go Misaki-chan" taking her up in his arms he carefully walked down the stairs with her.

Coming into the dining room Naruto strapped Misaki into her height chair and helped set up the table for lunch.

"What are we having for lunch Kushina-chan, Akane Oba-san?" asked Naruto with a gleam in his eyes. The food they cooked had always been exceptional. Lately, Akane had been spacing out, after lunch, he was going to talk to her and see if he could do anything about it.

With a small smile, she responded with a calm tone: "We're not having anything too heavy for lunch. Just Miso soup and rice."

Once everything was set everyone gave a small chorus of "Itadakimasu" and ate making small talk here and there.

"Akane Oba-san, lately I've noticed that you've been spacing out a lot... Is there anything I can do?" questioned Naruto quietly with a worried expression.

A smile on her beautiful face, ever since all this business with his conscription they had gotten considerably closer. "You're too smart for your own good sometimes" her smile faltering a little bit, her eyes showing sadness.

"I can't help but feel responsible for your conscription, maybe if you hadn't shown such exceptional prowess, Tou-sama wouldn't have selected you." Her smile was gone and a frown on her beautiful face, her eyes teary.

"You call me your Aunt, but I can't even protect you from what's about to happen..." her knuckles white from gripping the sides of her pants. "I won't lie to you Naruto-kun, being a Shinobi is despicable. You'll have to kill people's family and lovers. Sure you'll be strong enough to protect the ones you care about, but can you live with yourself?" She finished sniffled out.

Feeling his heart clench at the sight of one of his most important people crying. He was by her side in a matter of seconds. She was still a little taller than him but it didn't matter, he just wrapped his arms around her to try to provide some form of comfort.

She was just so scared for him. No child should have to see war at such a young age. Yet here was this boy she loved dearly, about to be sent into the thick of it. She couldn't help but despise her Father for such a rash decision.

Akane had always made him feel safe from the time he met her. To see her this worried for him only bolstered his anxiety for what may happen. He had to be strong though, steeling his heart before he spoke.

"Akane Oba-san, you don't have to worry about me so much. I went through your hellish training... But I can't say I'm not afraid either, every living thing dies someday. Whether it's today or tomorrow, it comes for everything." Taking a deep breath and giving her a small smile before continuing.

"I'll fight fate itself if that's what it takes to get back to you guys, you're my family. If going to war keeps people from coming to hurt you, it's a small price. I'm just some orphan, you didn't have to accept me into your family. Yet you did so, you showed me what it's like to feel the love of a Mother. For that, I'm eternally grateful, I'll do whatever it takes to come home to my Family..." He finished giving her a full-blown smile his Violet orbs brimming with happiness and determination.

She couldn't help but cry more and clutch him even harder. "You better come back to us, if you don't Kushina and I will come for you in hell," A teary smile on her face, while her eyes held a gleam that promised pain if he didn't keep his word.

Giving her a vigorous nod showing his agreement before gently slipping out of her embrace, it was getting hard to breath.

"You should reconcile with your Father family shouldn't fight like that, can you do that for me, please." He pleaded with her.

She just gave a small smile in return and a solemn nod. "I'd do anything for you Naruto, I just can't help but feel angry at him for this..."

"I understand, just try though" He gave her another hug before they continued on with their day.

It was the final day before Naruto went away. They hadn't left the house for anything. Akane's delectable ramen broth was simmering away bound to be ready for dinner. They had brought many board games and movies to play and watch together.

The home had been filled with nothing but laughter for hours. Akane's sorrowful state had been nowhere in sight. They had unanimously agreed not to talk about it and just enjoy the moment together. That's before little Misaki did something that made everyone joyous.

She started taking her first steps, she's been crawling for months and taking little steps with them helping her along. Kushina was bubbling with joy. Akane had a bright smile on her face as Misaki started walking towards her while babbling Mama all along the way. Naruto just had a small smile on his face, this was what he wanted to protect, and he would be damned if he let anything happen to them.

Being spaced out in his thoughts he didn't realize Misaki had walked in front of him and was babbling at him.

"Oh, you're just too cute" picking her up and making funny faces at her adding to the joy of everyone around him.

"Let's take a family photo" chirped Kushina with a gleeful expression on her face.

"I'll go get the camera, be right back!" yelled Akane excitedly, a bright grin gracing her gorgeous face.

Posing for the picture, Akane had a shadow clone take the picture of her holding Misaki, while Naruto was between Her and Kushina. His arm around Kushina while Akane had an arm wrapped around his neck holding him and Kushina close.

After the picture, there was a knock at the door. Akane created another shadow clone to go accomplish a task elsewhere. While Naruto went to answer the door. Opening the door it was Kushina's Grandfather and a Woman the looked just as beautiful as Akane. Akane was behind him almost immediately.

"Kaa-chan, Tou-sama what are you doing here?" She gritted out while crossing her arms, stepping in front of Naruto.

"We've only come to talk if you allow us.." politely requested Hoshiko, her eyes showing sadness.

Akane gave a quick glance to Naruto to find him giving her a smile and a quick nod.

"You promised didn't you?" he said giving her a gentle smile, turning around and heading back to the living room leaving her alone with her parents at the doorway.

Looking at his retreating form before turning back to her parents she gave a small smile, he probably assumed something like this would happen. Stepping to the side of the door her smile faltering for a moment, before remembering what Naruto had asked of her.

"We're having ramen for dinner if you two stay long enough, come on I'm sure Kushina will be happy to see you." She stated, shutting the door as they walked in. All three of them made their way to the living room to see what was happening.

When they got there Kenshin, and Hoshiko was fairly surprised to see Naruto and Kushina have Misaki walking between the two. That's when Kushina saw both of them and jumped up and started running towards them.

"Baa-chan, Jiji!" she exclaimed a giddy smile on her face, wrapping her arms around Hoshiko. Hoshiko had a happy smile on her face as she returned the embrace.

Kenshin settled for a small smile, at the sight. He loved all of his family dearly and would go the extra mile just to make sure they were safe. Turning to Naruto he noticed that he had thoughtful expression while Misaki was safely secured in his lap, probably tired for all the walking she's been doing. Walking over to him and sitting next to him, taking a deep breath before speaking.

"You care about them more than any child your age should..." He asked staring at the young boy beside him. Most individuals were slightly intimidated by him. Yet this boy who just reached adolescence stared back at him.

"Of course I do... They mean everything to me, they're the only family I have." He started turning his attention to Kushina and Akane who were chatting with Hoshiko. "I'd do anything for them." he finished with conviction.

"You and I can definitely agree on that." He started staring at his family along with Naruto.

"I'm sure you're confused as to what your duties as a Shinobi under my will be. You'll be protecting the Clan and the villagers. Most of all you'll be protecting Kushina, Akane, and possibly Misaki but she's too young to find out just yet." At his questioning gaze, he continued. "Their chakra is very special, just like yours if my senses are right. They'll more than likely be targeted if this is ever found out." He finished seriously.

"If going into this program will help protect them, I'll be more than willing to go. I can't no I won't let anything happen to them..." He finished with absolute certainty.

"I've decided that you'll be going into a separate division than the other candidates, you'll still train with them but they're only meant for defensive measures. They can go on the offense but I want them as a last resort just in case."

"Dinners ready you two, let's go eat." Said Akane.

"Let's see if your ramen is as good as mine." Teased a giggling Hoshiko, her voice filled with confidence.

They stared at each other sparks of lightning going between them. Before Akane huffed and went into the kitchen. Naruto just sweatdropped at their actions, ramen was pretty serious business he had found out.

This chapter was definitely a tad shorter than the others. Sorry if it bothers you I felt like writing so I did. The next few chapters will definitely be focusing on Naruto's training and the missions he's going to go through. With occasional Kushina POV etc.
Sorry if the chapter was boring, hope you enjoyed it though

Thanks for reading