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We can't see into someone's heart.

So then, can I truly confirm your feelings?

Yes. You can, with my eyes. And with my lips.

That makes 42 times. Stop keeping tabs on my sighing, okay?

Is what that guy told you still bothering you that much?

Of course it is.

Look, I'll be blunt.

Honestly, big girls like you aren't really my type.

I can't just sit here and ignore it when you look so sad, Cho -Cho.

The Cho -Cho that I know is full of composure, confidence, positivity, and

potato chips.

You can stop there.

Look, yes, you're right.

I am cute.

Yeah, that's more like it. But even so, maybe small bags are more elegant than a

jumbo -sized bag of potato chips.

There's a faint -hearted part of me that believes that's true.

You know?

Well, uh, not at all. I'm just saying that there's a part of me that's fully

convinced that being cute and slim is better than being cute and chubby.

If it's such a strain on you, then why not just come clean?

I can't stand to see you like this.

If only I could, then all this wouldn't be such a struggle.

Thank you for watching!

Thank you.

She's got a fresh look that's just perfect to play the next heroine. And

just your type, right, Tomaru?

That's not it at all, director.

Um, Miss Ashina?

Here.

Do you really think that I'd wear this now?

I guess not.

At last, we've reached the story's climax.

Your characters, branded as traitors to their clan, meet at this cliff, a place

that they remember fondly.

Then, Ashina, you meet a horribly tragic end when you slip and fall.

Actually, instead of me merely slipping and falling, I prefer something more

meaningful.

Like maybe I could risk my life to protect Tomaru.

Listen, you really don't have to make this whole thing as complicated as that.

We're talking about someone's life coming to an end here.

Don't take it so lightly.

That just doesn't matter.

What the fans really want to see is me grieving over the loss of my lover.

Isn't that right, director?

Give us a memorable performance, okay, Ashina?

All right, 30 -minute break, and rehearsal's up.

The guy in the gas mask hasn't returned.

Not since his earlier attack.

Maybe he's just given up now that he knows the Leaf's providing security.

That sure would make things easier.

But remember what we're always told. Never let your guard down.

Oh, man.

She's looking this way.

Maybe she has another errand.

Hey, you, get me some water.

Right away.

She's really cranky today, but what's new?

I mean, isn't she leaving the production soon? So she's probably stressed out.

Huh?

He's coming!

Stay alert!

Yeah, I know, but the thing is just so bright, I can't even... Hey,

there he is!

He won't just... Hey!

If you want Tomoru back, get the money together.

He's coming your way! Now, Cho -Cho!

Damn it! Where is she now?

After him.

Right.

Did you see anything?

No, not a thing.

This doesn't add up.

What do you mean?

It doesn't add up how, Shikidai. I mean, isn't this all kind of weird? If that

guy's motive was just money, then why would he have ever sent in those death

threats in the first place?

Hey, yeah, you're right.

That would just increase security.

Nice, you two. Great analysis.

It doesn't look like he went to the east.

There was nothing to the south either.

That guy's fast on his feet, you know.

Hey, Boruto. Where's Tomaru? Is he okay?

I'm sorry, but they got away.

But there were two sensei right there with you. How could this happen? And

is Konohamaru sensei?

Konohamaru went back in order to give a progress report to Lord Seven. Now? When

Tomaru's life is in danger? I know just how you feel.

But still, we have to be strong now.

This was left at the scene?

Yeah, the perpetrator left it. I will pay them any ransom they want. Please,

just help us save our production.

Never mind about the money right now. The real problem is that they want

to exchange the ransom for Tomaru.

We've had to postpone filming because our lead's been kidnapped.

And if Ashina were to get injured on top of that, then... Yeah, that's simply

too risky.

Then I'll just use my transformation jutsu and take her place.

No, wait. What if he sees through your disguise?

Wouldn't that make things even riskier?

But, um... I'm gonna go, and that's that.

Hoshina. Look, I'm an actress.

I can pull off a simple money exchange flawlessly.

But, uh, the two of you... Yes, I acknowledge there's been some distance

Tomaru and I lately.

However, We've known each other since we were child actors. I beg you, please

just let me go.

But Ashina... Moegi -sensei, if the rest of us act as backup and have her

completely covered, I'm sure it'll be okay.

All right, fine.

However, you must obey all of my orders.

That's non -negotiable.

Okay.

Ashina, tell us, is it true that Tamaru's been kidnapped? How much ransom

they want?

Do you have anything to say about all this?

This whole situation was supposed to be kept under wraps.

I'm so sorry. We can't say anything right now. All the same, once

resolved, I'll tell you all about it personally.

I promise.

Wow, I had no idea at all that she cared so much about this production.

Yeah, I mean, Doctor.

Excuse me, right here.

To catch the perp, we'll need to be either here

or here.

All right, let's go give it our all, you guys. Listen, Cho -Cho, I hate to say

it, but just how long are you going to keep on looking like that?

If you're really serious about getting Tomaru back, it's hopeless unless you

use your full power.

That isn't the real issue here, is it? Yes, of course that's the issue. If you

mess up like you did the last time, our strategy will fail this time, too.

Look, I'm not the type of person that just keeps dwelling on the past all the

time.

Here, Cho -Cho. Have some potato chips and calm down.

These are the consomme -flavored ones that you like.

Oh, or maybe you'd rather have the lightly salted one?

This isn't the time to be thinking about eating that kind of stuff. Come on, you

don't have to be so rude.

Stop! I can't deal with you guys.

Oh, Cho -Cho.

I'm in position.

Same goes for me.

Right. Stay alert, everyone.

Yeah, you don't have to keep reminding me about that all the time, you know.

Choo -choo. You're really on edge right now.

Huh? This is how I always am.

It doesn't matter if it's consomme -flavored or if it's lightly salted.

And what's that supposed to mean?

It really doesn't matter what you're thinking.

Because when you involve other people, that means it could hinder the success

the whole mission.

Listen, I've had enough lectures.

What's important isn't the chip's flavor, but its essence.

Huh? I think it's whether the chip is made from quality potatoes.

Isn't that right?

Whatever the flavor might be, if the potato itself is rotten, it's no good,

right?

What about your true Athens?

Is it rotten or is it pure instead?

He's here.

Ashina, you actually came. Thank you so much.

Really, thank you.

Take a look around.

It's just like the last scene of our production, isn't it?

Huh?

In the script, I was merely supposed to tumble over the cliff, and yet here I am

saving you.

It's quite ironic, isn't it?

Here's the ransom you demanded.

Now keep your end of the bargain and let Tomaru go!

Oh, thank you, Ashina. This whole time I completely misjudged you. Go on, just

start climbing.

Everyone's waiting down below.

Oh, but I can't just leave you here.

Listen to me. This isn't just some scene from our show. I came here to save your

life, remember?

Now just do as I say and get out of here.

I understand.

Okay, I'm going down.

Oh, good grief. Just look at him. And his next movie's supposed to be this big

action adventure.

It's ridiculous.

Hold on. Just what are you doing?

What if somebody gets suspicious?

Look, the money's all yours, so you can just get lost now.

I have a press conference to do after all.

I'm going to bask in the spotlight once again.

I see.

So that's how it is, huh?

You're... We were able to capture your partner in crime a little earlier.

But he refused to tell us the name of his accomplice.

And that's why we didn't have any other choice but to play out this little

scene.

Why, that useless fool!

Konohamaru -sensei! Are you kidding me? All of you were in on this? When Tomaru

was kidnapped before, you weren't at the scene, were you?

After he was taken, we tracked down the perp and we captured him.

Phil, we never imagined that his accomplice would be Ashina. I know,

Staging a kidnapping just to revive your popularity.

That is seriously sad.

He can't even act, but just because he's handsome, he thinks he's a big shot and

took over the whole production.

What was I supposed to do? I just couldn't stand it any longer.

Hey, are you talking about me?

Oh, just shut up!

That's unfortunate for you, but in real life... Things don't always go quite the

way they might if they were scripted. No, don't you get it? I have to continue

to shine.

That's simply who I am.

No matter what, I can't afford to lose my shine.

Because otherwise I won't be me anymore.

Miss Ashina.

After causing an incident like this, I guess I won't be able to bask in the

limelight again, will I?

Well, if you atone for your crime, then maybe one day...

Did you really think that I didn't consider what I'd do if my plan failed?

I'll just get myself back in the news again with this, even if it's not quite

what I planned!

What about your true essence?

Is it rotten, or is it pure instead?

Perfect. Out of all the people in the world, he's got to be the first one to

lecture me. I mean, about potato chips.

You better watch out, because once you get a taste of me, you'll never settle

for anything else.

It seems really sad, right?

Leave this to me.

What? Jojo?

This is impossible for someone like you.

That's the ring.

Don't ever lose it again, Tomaru. You hear me?

The girl from the soundstage.

Partial experience.

Now that's the real you.

Freshness itself.

Oh, Cho -Cho.

There she is. There's our Cho -Cho.

That's right.

Well,

I guess this is gonna be it for me, isn't it?

Even if you do lose your shine, it doesn't mean that who you really are has

changed. What's most important is what's inside you.

Well, it looks like everybody's okay now.

I wonder.

I think he means wounds of the heart. That Tomaru guy doesn't seem interested

chubby girls.

So, which one is the real you, then?

The potato's essence is what matters.

So then could the real you be... What's the point in asking that?

What's inside is what matters, right?

Yeah,

absolutely. I guess you're right.

Oh, Cho -Cho, you're more wonderful than any other woman I've ever met before.

You know that? I guess people can be great, even if they're big.

Speckle. Hey, you know what?

It's my policy to offer potato chips to people that I like.

That makes me glad.

How about we?

I don't think I can accept that.

Huh? But why?

Oh, well, after all, I don't really want my life to be bound by calories or by a

man. I want to be completely free.

No one's ever turned me down before.

Do you think maybe someday I might get another chance?

Stay on your toes.

Because you're going to have a lot of rival.

It appears that her symptoms are getting worse.

What a turn of events, huh? I know. The whole thing's a real drag.

All right, you guys, jump!

What's made you start eating food?

What's changed in your mental state?

Oh, just stuff.

Surprisingly tasty, aren't they? Because their true essence is good.

But still, they're not quite to my taste.

By the way, your question about whether I'm your mother or your father...

Oh, yes, about that. It's fine.

Because as long as I know what the true essence is, it doesn't really matter

either way.

I'll see you next time.

Thank you.

time has come to teach you the ultimate technique.

The ultimate Taijutsu technique?

I will finally be learning it?

Understanding this technique will not just be about enduring the harshest

training. You will also have to face the very core of your being. Are you truly

prepared to do that?

Hold on a minute!

Next time on Boruto, Naruto Next Generations, the other side of anxiety.

Before I can start training, I first have to conquer my anxiety!