SCAPEGOAT NARUTO (neglect fic)

B2 C6 - Alternate ending

Chapter: Reunion and Revelation

Naruto, Koyuki, and Hotaru finally arrived in Konoha, greeted by the familiar sights and sounds of the village. Naruto's heart swelled with emotion as he took in the bustling streets and friendly faces, realizing how much he had missed his home.

Their first stop was the hospital, where Naruto planned to check in on some old friends and colleagues. As they entered the hospital, Naruto's eyes widened in shock as he caught sight of a familiar face among the patients.

Karin lay in a hospital bed, her eyes closed as she rested. Naruto's heart skipped a beat as he realized that Karin was alive—a fact he had not been aware of until now. He approached her bedside slowly, his mind reeling with a mix of emotions.

"Karin," Naruto whispered, his voice barely audible. Karin stirred, opening her eyes slowly to meet Naruto's gaze. The shock and confusion were evident in her eyes as she looked up at him.

"Naruto?" Karin said, her voice barely a whisper. "Is it really you?"

Naruto nodded, a million thoughts running through his mind. "I...I thought you were dead," he admitted, his voice filled with emotion. "How...how are you here?"

Karin explained the events that led to her resurrection, her voice wavering with emotion. Naruto listened in stunned silence, struggling to process the news. After a moment, he reached out and took her hand in his, a silent gesture of understanding and forgiveness.

"I'm just glad you're okay," Naruto said, his voice filled with sincerity. "We'll figure this out together, okay?"

Karin nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. She squeezed Naruto's hand, grateful for his understanding and support.

Meanwhile, Hotaru had been watching the exchange between Naruto and Karin with wide eyes. He had heard stories about his mother, but seeing her alive and talking to his father was a surreal experience.

"Mom?" Hotaru whispered, stepping closer to Karin's bedside. Karin looked up at him, a warm smile spreading across her face.

"Hotaru," Karin said, her voice filled with love. "I'm your mother. I'm so sorry I couldn't be there for you before."

Hotaru's eyes welled up with tears as he reached out to hug Karin, feeling a sense of completeness he had never known. Naruto watched the reunion between mother and son, his heart swelling with love and gratitude.

Later that day, Naruto reunited with his parents, Minato and Kushina, and his siblings, Menma and Mito. The family reunion was filled with tension as Naruto grappled with his unresolved feelings. The joy of the reunion was overshadowed by his deep-seated anger and resentment.

As he entered the room where his family was gathered, Naruto's eyes locked onto Minato and Kushina. His expression hardened as he remembered the pain they had caused him and the betrayal he had felt.

"I didn't expect to see you here," Naruto said coldly, his voice carrying an edge of bitterness. "I thought you'd be too busy with your new life to bother with me."

Minato and Kushina's expressions were a mix of shock and guilt. Minato took a step forward, his voice trembling. "Naruto, we never stopped loving you. We were forced into a situation we couldn't control..."

Naruto cut him off, his anger bubbling to the surface. "You abandoned me, and you expect me to just forget that? You were supposed to be my family, and you left me to suffer!"

Kushina's eyes filled with tears as she tried to reach out to Naruto. "We made mistakes, Naruto. We thought we were protecting you..."

"Protecting me?" Naruto snapped. "Is that what you call it? You left me to face the world alone while you lived in safety. How could you ever think that was okay? You gave my siblings everything while you left me to the wolves. Not even giving me basic training." Naruto said almost yelling and taking a deep breath before continuing.

"I WAS RAPED FOR GOD'S SAKE." He yelled, while his family grew wide eyed. "ALL BECAUSE YOU WERE TOO BUSY IGNORING MY EXISTENCE." He continued yelling.

The tension in the room was palpable as Naruto's parents struggled to find the right words. Menma and Mito looked on, their faces etched with sadness and frustration at the family's strained dynamic.

In the midst of the confrontation, Naruto's emotions flared, and his Tenseigan activated, its vibrant glow illuminating the room. The power of the Tenseigan radiated from him, its immense chakra creating a palpable pressure.

Minato and Kushina's eyes widened in awe and fear as they saw Naruto's new power. "What...what is this?" Minato stammered, his gaze fixed on Naruto.

"This is the Tenseigan," Naruto replied, his voice carrying a mix of defiance and pride. "A power I obtained through my own struggles and hardships. It's a symbol of how far I've come, and how much I've changed."

Kushina took a step back, her fear and confusion evident. "Naruto, we didn't know about this power...we didn't know..."

Naruto's gaze was unwavering, his eyes glowing with the intensity of the Tenseigan. "You didn't know because you were never there. You were never around to see what I've become or what I've had to endure."

The confrontation continued, the room filled with the echoes of unresolved pain and anger. Naruto's parents struggled to find a way to bridge the gap that had formed between them, while Naruto stood firm in his resolve.

As the sun set over Konoha, the village was bathed in a warm glow, a stark contrast to the turmoil within the hospital room. Naruto's return had brought both joy and conflict, as he faced the complex emotions of reunion and the harsh realities of his past.

For Naruto Kitsune, the journey was far from over. The path ahead was uncertain, but with his newfound power and his family's presence, he was ready to confront the challenges that lay ahead. With his heart heavy but resolute, Naruto prepared to navigate the complexities of his relationships and the future that awaited him in Konoha.

A/N End

So, many people were unhappy with the ending so here's an alternate one where Naruto doesn't forgive his parents.