Naruto: Check out these scenes! #24

"I will never let you do that! I refuse to allow her to suffer that kind of pain again!"


Facing three imposing Uchiha warriors ready for battle, Boruto stood his ground, fearlessly determined. His sole hope was that Nanashi could escape this nightmare unscathed.


Impatient with Boruto's defiance, the Uchiha in the middle glared at his fellow clan members and growled, "Teach this brat a lesson. Make him reveal where Nanashi is hiding, and don’t hold back."


With that, the fight began. Despite his bravery, Boruto quickly found himself outmatched by the seasoned Uchiha, all too aware of the yawning gap in experience between them. Each blow he received only served to remind him of his current frailty, with the burns on his hands hindering his ability to effectively defend himself.


The Uchihas, however, soon realized that Boruto was far from an ordinary opponent. Even injured, his instincts were sharp; he exhibited a remarkable combat awareness and wielded original ninjutsu techniques they had never encountered before—a testament to his training and potential.


It was evident that if Boruto weren’t injured, capturing him would be impossible.


But in life, what ifs lay scattered like leaves after a storm...


Before Boruto could react, a swift kick sent him tumbling to the ground. He barely recovered his footing, leaning on one leg to steady himself.


"Wow, these guys are relentless... Is this really what ninjas from the Warring States Period are like?" he gasped, trying to hide the pain.


Exhaustion began to cloud his vision, and Boruto's resolve weakened. The delay in his escape meant he was edging close to defeat. If things took a turn for the worst, he feared he would soon be caught by the relentless Uchiha.


But it didn’t matter—if Nanashi could flee to safety, then his sacrifice would hold meaning. Once dawn broke, he would be forcibly transported back, giving him a chance to start anew.


Meanwhile, Nanashi had indeed managed to escape, propelled by raw fear of her relentless pursuers. The Uchiha had spent so long brainwashing her that she believed no one on this planet would ever show her kindness, except for the sake of her Eye Technique—Yachihoko.


To her, the concept of rescue felt like a distant fantasy.


Suddenly, she was jolted to reality by the sound of battle erupting behind her—a voice she feared was the Uchiha closing in. Panic surged within her.


That person must have come to rescue me on a whim; it must be that... There’s no more kindness or malice in this world, just run!


With that grim thought, she quickened her pace, fleeing the painful memories behind.


In her heart, she had resigned herself to the belief that there was no such thing as unmotivated kindness.


At that very moment, Boruto was racing in the opposite direction to create a diversion for her escape, knowing he might never see her again.


But the trio of Uchiha was relentless. They bombarded him with explosive tags and fireballs, showing no mercy.


Eventually, Boruto stumbled into an open area, fatigue overwhelming him as he braced himself against the ground, panting heavily.


an Uchiha approached, catching his breath as well. “It’s time to surrender, kid.”


Boruto wiped the sweat trickling down his face, pushing himself up again as he assumed a defensive stance. “Not... over yet.”


the Uchihas admired Boruto's tenacity. “Heh, even after getting thrashed, you still stand so tall. I can tell you're a gifted ninja.”


“To show my respect, we should get serious now.”


Before he could finish, all three Uchiha leaped into the air, quickly forming hand seals and executing powerful ninjutsu in unison.


"Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Jutsu!"


The fiery jutsu shot out from three angles, effectively blocking every exit for Boruto. Unless he could somehow burrow underground—a technique he hadn’t mastered—returning to safety was impossible.


"Is this how it ends? As long as Nanashi escapes..."


Facing imminent defeat, worry for Nanashi’s safety flooded his mind. He closed his eyes, surrendering to the moment.


Just then, an eruption of black flames erupted beneath him, engulfing him in a swirling vortex that spiraled upward.


Incredibly, the relentless fireballs from the Uchiha were quickly consumed by the dark flames, a clear sign that what he faced was unlike any ordinary fire.


“Amaterasu?!”


Upon witnessing the black flames, the Uchiha warriors instantly recognized the powerful technique only accessible through the Mangekyō Sharingan.


Boruto, confused, could only wonder at the mystery. Wasn’t Sasuke-sensei in the future? How did Amaterasu manifest here?


“Ha ha...”


It was only when Boruto heard heavy breathing behind him that the realization hit him; aside from Sasuke, the only other person capable of wielding Amaterasu was...


"Nanashi!!"


Sure enough, when he turned to look, Nanashi appeared, breathless and weary. Blood and tears streamed from her left eye; the proof of her effort in unleashing Amaterasu.


"I made it just in time."


Nanashi stepped forward with determination, flanked by Boruto and ready to face their foes.


Boruto instinctively moved to shield Nanashi behind him. “What are you doing here? You should have taken the chance to escape!”


Nanashi shook her head vigorously. “I don’t know why, I just felt drawn back! No one has ever come to save me….”


Just then, an Uchiha voice sliced through the air, striking fear into her heart. “Nanashi, you know the consequences if you defy us!”


another Uchiha added coldly, “You’ll pay dearly for betraying the clan. Are you ready for that?”


“Me...?”


For a brief moment, doubt began to creep in, unraveling her newly found courage. Her words faltered.


But Boruto’s voice sliced through the thick tension like a blade. “Enough of your nonsense! She is not the Uchiha you once knew! She’s here on her own terms!”


“This isn’t about her coming back for you guys; it's about carving her own path!” As she looked at Boruto’s fierce stance, memories rushed back—his unwavering spirit, his encouragement from before.


Each passionate word he spoke ignited a fire within her. She longed to answer Boruto’s call! No more would she bend to the Uchiha clan! It was time to forge her own destiny!


With steely resolve, Nanashi opened her scarlet eyes. The three magatama began to twist and meld into a new pattern, radiating power and intent.


Standing at Boruto's side, she declared, “If 'my destiny' is something I create myself...”


Her gaze fixed firmly on Boruto, she asserted, “Then I will fight by your side!”


“We’ve just met, but your words warm my heart in a way I can’t explain,” Boruto responded, a smile breaking across his face despite the circumstances. “You are—without a doubt—one of the most extraordinary people I’ve encountered.”


Her smile brightened even more, reflecting the joy that surged within her. “Therefore, I’m ready to fight for my fate!”


Feeling the weight of her conviction, Boruto extended his hand toward her. The moment their palms touched, a surge of chakra flowed between them, igniting a powerful aura that enveloped both of them.


As a wave of visible chakra cascaded around them, Boruto’s wounds closed at an astonishing rate, mending before their very eyes. Within moments, he stood almost fully healed.


“Is this the Yachihoko?”


While Nanashi had previously used the technique to empower Boruto, this time, the surge was monumental, far beyond what either of them expected. It was like a cheat code for ninjas unleashed.


“I’m giving you every drop of chakra I have stored! You can still fight, can’t you?”


“Of course!”