Author's Note: Here's Enjoy!

I highly recommend you listen to the song "I Lived" by One Republic while you read this one shot!

"_..." You felt Naruto embrace you, pulling you against his chest in a tight hug before pulling back to tilt your chin up. With a smile, he leaned down and pressed his lips to yours. His lips were soft and warm, and your eyes fluttered shut as you melted into the kiss. You reached up to run your hands through his hair, and he wrapped his arms around your waist. When he pulled away, you stared up in to sparkling blue eyes. "Thank you."

Hope when you take that jump, you don't fear the fall
Hope when the water rises, you built a wall
Hope when the crowd screams out, they're screaming your name
Hope if everybody runs, you choose to stay

You remembered how all the kids always bullied Naruto. They would call him names, shout horrible things and throw stones at him. Whenever he tried to approach a group of children, they would run away from him, screaming that he was a monster and that they didn't want him to be anywhere near him.

You were different though. You had stood in front of him with your arms held out. Shielding him from the rocks and punches and insults the other kids would throw at him. "STOP IT!" You would yell, glaring at the bullies until they scoffed and walked off saying that "It was a waste of time to bully a loser like him anyway!"

Naruto had looked up at you with eyes wide in shock, and you would always smile before helping him up.

Hope that you fall in love, and it hurts so bad
The only way you can know is give it all you have
And I hope that you don't suffer but take the pain
Hope when the moment comes, you'll say...

You remembered seeing Naruto immobilized by Pein. Pinned to the ground with black metal rods, the cruel blades piercing through his hands and feet and all down his back. How Pein had stood arrogantly over him, how he had gloated that all was lost for Naruto and the village. How something had snapped inside of you. How you had foolishly gone to save him. How you had admitted you loved him. How in that moment, a memory flashed through your mind.

I, I did it all
I, I did it all
I owned every second that this world could give
I saw so many places, the things that I did
With every broken bone, I swear I lived

The both of you were sitting at Ichiraku's having a bowl of ramen after Naruto had returned from a mission. "I can't have a family, _." Naruto said sadly. "I lost that chance the day I realized what I am. Who would want to have a family with me?" You narrowed your eyes at him, lightly bumping his arm with your shoulder. He looked towards you with an confused and slightly annoyed look, but you just grinned, a light blush dusting your cheeks.

Aw, c'mon, Naruto-kun. Don't be so negative. Of course you'll get another chance! Because once you find someone you love, you can start all over again! Pass on your stories and experiences to your kids! If you say, 'Oh well, I missed my chance.', you'll never get anywhere. Stop worrying about what happened in the past!" You winked while sticking out your tongue. "And live each day as if it were your last! 'Cause when the day comes that I die, I can die with a smile on my face! 'Cause I know I lived!"

Hope that you spend your days, but they all add up
And when that sun goes down, hope you raise your cup
Oh, I wish that I could witness all your joy and all your pain
But until my moment comes, I'll say...

"You can do it, Naruto!" You cheered from your spot on the balcony. Naruto had made it to the third round of the chunin exams. He was facing Kiba, and you knew he could win it. Naruto flashed you a smile and a thumbs up before grinning at Kiba.

You see that up there?" he asked, motioning to you. "That's my motivation." When you heard what he said, you felt your cheeks burn with embarrassment. "So, I promise, I will win this. For _!"

I, I did it all
I, I did it all
I owned every second that this world could give
I saw so many places, the things that I did
With every broken bone, I swear I lived

"You're wrong." Naruto said, looking down at Neji who lay defeated on the ground. "The shadow clone jutsu was my worst jutsu. Destiny can't be changed, blah, blah, blah. Stop whining about stupid crap like that. Because... you're not a loser like me." He spoke. "Everyone would always run away from me. They thought I was a monster. Except for her," He looked up to where you were practically hanging off the railing of the stands. "_ believed in me."

Oh, oh, oh, oh

"Hey, look! Naruto's back!" Kiba exclaimed. You looked up from the book you were reading and blushed. Naruto was a lot taller, his outfit had changed, and he looked even more handsome than he did before he left.

"Wow, it's been so long," you breathed, getting up to meet your friend half-way. He grinned, rubbing the back of his neck. "It's good to see you again, Naruto-kun." You said as you embraced him.
Naruto hugged your back, a smile on his face as he looked down at you in his arms. You had changed too. You were taller, your hair was shorter, and your outfit had changed. "Do you think I changed too?" You asked when you pulled away.

No, you're exactly the same, _-chan!" Naruto said. You deadpanned before hitting him on the head with your book

"What do you mean by that?!" You demanded, an anime vein throbbing on your forehead.

With every broken bone, I swear I lived.
With every broken bone, I swear I...

You remember standing next to Shino when Naruto appeared on the battlefield. How Kiba and Neji stood ready to attack, thinking that Naruto was a white Zetsu in disguise. You had rushed forwards and embraced him, surprising everyone. "No, it's the real Naruto," You breathed. "I know it is," You looked up and met familiar blue eyes. Naruto smiled back at you, and you released him.

Alright, let's do it together, guys!" Naruto said.

I, I did it all
I, I did it all
I owned every second that this world could give
I saw so many places, the things that I did
With every broken bone, I swear I lived.

You know, _," Naruto said grinning, once you pulled away from him "I know when I die, I can die with a smile on my face,"

You smiled, remembering the same words you had told him so many years ago. "Oh, and why is that?" You asked.

Despite being injured and still recovering, Naruto grinned even wider.

Oh, oh, oh, oh

"Because I know I lived."

End of Chapter 2

Author's Note: Hope you enjoyed! See you in the next one! Bye!