Great job today, trip leader.
Iwabe, don't go running off on your own anymore.
Damn it, getting involved with that weird guy…
If we weren't around, there would've been a fight for sure.
Sorry about that.
Some people in town don't like having outsiders coming around.
No worries.
There are guys like that everywhere.
Another guy who looked pretty strong stepped in and stopped him.
Looked strong?
Hey, hey…
Never mind that. Where are we going next?
Oh…
I'm going to take you to meet someone.
Someone? Is he handsome?
Oh, c'mon, Cho-Cho!
Oh…
My, so many cute visitors.
This is Lady Mei, the previous Mizukage.
She was part of the war effort towards the end of the Great Ninja War,
and later,
helped lay the foundation for the village's growth and expansion.
Enough already. That was all in the past.
It's now the era for young people like you, not us.
Right, Kagura?
No, I…
Okay, we're here.
Excuse us.
CONTRACT KAGE
They're here.
Thank you very much.
It's nice to meet you.
I am Chojuro, the current Mizukage.
Thank you for traveling so far from the Hidden Leaf Village
to the Hidden Mist Village.
I welcome you all.
The Mizukage's Successor And so, we agreed to host your field trip…
believing that it will promote development between our villages
and strengthen goodwill.
Peace has been achieved, but in reality,
– Pay attention! – there are some shinobi who still look upon
– I know, but… – other villages as hostile entities.
Basically,
– all he wants to say is let's get along, right? – But through this field trip,
– But he's rambling on and on… – we hope those feelings will change…
Hey, c'mon!
It's like we're back in class. I'm not good with stuff like this…
What I mean is…um…
It quite all right.
It's quite tiresome, isn't it?
I think so too.
Huh?
He's right.
All I really mean is, let's all get along.
And yet, in order to express something so simple,
a long, dragged out speech is necessary…
for us adults.
That's because our villages were once foes…
And we once caused so much bloodshed that
we were once called the Blood Mist Village.
However, you are different.
You have faith that tragic histories like ours can be overcome easily,
and that a new future can be forged.
Please get along with the Hidden Mist.
And…
please enjoy yourselves and have lots of fun!
– Yes! – Yes!
Oh man, I totally got flustered—
Come on!
The trip leader shouldn't dawdle!
I know!
Oh, hold on, Kagura.
Yes, what is it?
Will you consider trying again?
My speech earlier was aimed at you.
I want someone like you to build a future with the Hidden Leaf.
In time, I want to pass it on to you.
I'm not suited to leading the village.
I must escort the students, so if you'll excuse me…
Wow! It's so amazing!
Please wait here while I check us in.
Then I'll take you around our village's notable sites.
He seems like a man who has great prospects for the future.
Huh? Are you talking about Kagura?
Who else would I be talking about?
He's considerate towards others and he's competent!
Kagura Karatachi…
He became a Hidden Mist Chunin two years ago.
It seems he's a close aide to the Sixth Mizukage.
You sure know a lot!
It's just some things I heard when I was in the Hidden Sound…
And? Anything else?
He's been chosen as a successor for
the new Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
And to be the successor of the current Mizukage's sword, Hiramekarei.
What?!
You mean, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
What's that?
You really have no interest in history, don't you?
What a drag…
Listen up.
There are Seven Hidden Mist Shinobi Swords
passed down since the First Mizukage.
The shinobi who are able to wield these mystical swords
are known as the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.
From what I've heard…
Together, they are ninja capable of bringing down an entire nation.
So among the Leaf,
we're talking about someone of Advisor Kakashi's class?
Well, they're monsters…
Hmm… that guy, huh?
Then his future is picture perfect.
Finally, a man worthy of courting me!
Judging by titles, Boruto's just like him.
Titles are just titles, after all!
Potato chips are simply fried potatoes.
But they all taste different!
Thanks for waiting!
First, I'll show you around the Hidden Mist Academy.
One point!
As expected! The Hidden Mist has an amazing sword style!
Yeah…
On top of that, they're sparring on the unstable water surface.
That's crazy!
I'll say.
– Thank you very much! – Thank you very much!
What did you think?
That was amazing, ya know!
We do taijutsu too,
but our kenjutsu is nowhere near this.
Would you like to take part in a match?
Huh? Is that okay?
Kagura…
Yes.
Please be his partner.
B-But…
You are both shinobi.
To become friends,
knowing each other's strengths isn't a bad idea.
Yeah, let's do it!
Well, in that case…
Do you want the match to be on land?
Since we're in the Mist, I'll go with the flow.
I'll manage somehow.
Okay, I'm ready!
Way to go, Boruto!
He's a natural when it comes to things like this.
Go, Boruto!
Ready, begin!
I-I can't find a single opening.
Damn it.
Why doesn't he attack?
He can't.
Over the generations,
it's the strongest shinobi who becomes the Mizukage.
The Seven Ninja Swordsmen are the ones closest to that rank.
I see…
So being chosen as a Seven Ninja Swordsmen means
you're already close to the strongest shinobi, huh?
Go for it, Boruto!
Boruto…
At this point, it's sink or swim!
Iwabe?
Whoa… Damn it.
You totally got me.
You're strong, Kagura!
Huh? What's the matter?
Oh, nothing…
Thank you.
But if ninjutsu had been allowed, who knows.
Tsk…
Your face says that it took no effort at all.
Not at all!
The current favored me, that's all.
He's so cool!
It's no wonder you're a candidate
to become one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen.
There's no one else, right?
So, is the next Mizukage going to be you, Kagura?
What's the matter, Kagura?
Oh! Nothing!
There's no way I deserve to become the Mizukage…
Right now, my duty comes first.
– Aw… so cool. – He's so cool!
Okay, we'll be taking an afternoon break on the beach,
so let's head to the memorial park.
GRILLED SQUID
Pops, I'd like one of these.
Here you go!
Just one is fine.
Share it with your friends.
You traveled here from far away, didn't you?
Thanks!
Huh? Where'd everyone go?
Oh well…
So good!
Here.
What is it?
Squid. It's good.
I wasn't talking about that…
The guy at the shop gave it to me.
The scenery is nice, the people are kind…
This is a great place, isn't it?
Don't talk with your mouth full.
Didn't your mom teach you that?
You want it or not?
I just said…
I'll take it!
Oh! So good!
Right?
I'm so glad.
To be honest,
I wasn't sure if something so simple would suit your tastes.
Our village is surrounded by mountains and forests.
So this is super delicious!
Uh-huh!
I see.
I'd like to visit one day.
There's nothing there. It's just countryside.
Until a few years ago, this place had nothing either.
Really?
Yes.
It was a poor fishing village with so little
that it could stick to the sea breeze.
Not just here…
The entire village was poor.
But it all changed when Lord Chojuro took over.
He made life more prosperous for everyone.
You must love the current village, Kagura.
Yes.
And that's why…
we must never go back to the era
when we were known as the Blood Mist Village.
Long ago, when we were known as the Blood Mist,
we were forced to kill each other during our graduation exam.
It was during the Fourth Mizukage's era.
It's said that a day never went by without bloodshed.
Our past was gruesome.
But today, the Blood Mist has become the Hidden Mist.
The bloodshed of the past—
But…
was it really that long ago?
Iwabe…?
I mean, my grandfather fought with Yagura Karatachi, the Fourth Mizukage,
and was killed…
That's the shinobi world…
Things like that happen.
But my dad often said
he'd never forgive the Hidden Mist for killing my grandpa.
It's not a story from the past.
It's about people who are alive today too.
Even us… We got caught up in it earlier today.
I'm sorry.
Why are you apologizing?
That's what irritates me about you.
I won't let anyone gloss over the past like nothing happened,
but why are you sorry when you weren't even there?
Are you messing with us?!
Same as that thug from earlier…
Just what's up with you Blood Mist guys?!
Hey, Iwabe!
Shut up!
Who do you guys think you are?
Hey, these guys are outsiders.
Oh that's right.
Brats from the Hidden Leaf were visiting, huh?
Hachiya?
Huh?
Well, if it isn't Kagura.
Are you in charge here?
Wagging your tail like a dog at the outsiders.
This is none of your business.
Sure it is.
Aren't you a candidate to become one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen…
of the Blood Mist?
What of it?
If you bow to them, they'll mess with us too!
In fact, these outsiders got some nerve walking around
The Blood Mist Village!
See?
What a bunch of losers.
So what if we've got some nerve?
Huh?
Cut it out, Iwabe.
Are you trying to ruin our field trip?
Don't stop me, Boruto!
I'm the field trip leader.
If anyone acts stupid, of course I'm gonna stop ‘em.
I see.
So you're…
the spoiled brat of the Uzumaki Clan.
My parents have nothing to do with this!
Oh, but it does.
You see, bringing you down will make us famous!
Just remember… you guys started this first!
Any preference on how we finish you, Blood Mist?
Hold it!
Don't stop me.
We have to teach 'em a lesson now, or they'll be trouble later.
No…
We're the ones who'll end up in trouble.
Damn…!
W-We'll let you go this time!
I guess delinquents like them still exist…
That's right, scram!
– We've got one too… – Don't ever show your face again!
– He's a national treasure. – You jerks!
Kagura, is your hand okay?
This is nothing.
Let me…!
Everyone, I'm sorry I got you involved in something like this.
And you…
What you said is absolutely right.
Still, let me apologize.
I'm sorry.
And?
You got your butts kicked
and came home with your tails between your legs?
N-No…
I mean… Kagura, he…
I don't want any excuses.
Y-Yes.
Show them…
how we do things in the Blood Mist Village.
Y-Yes!
Now then…
I wonder how Kagura will react to this?
I can't believe they sell stuff that's no longer being made!
So heavy… Did I buy too much?
Denki's late.
It's almost time for dinner.
I wonder what's keeping him?
You're right, he's a little too late.
What's that?
Is it a Water Style Jutsu?
"We have your friend."
"If you want him back, come to Pier number 4."
They kidnapped him!
You'll never get away with this!
Huh?
Do you want to die?!
You don't have the guts to kill me!
Shut up!
A-Anyway, we have to beat the Hokage's son to a pulp…
in order to salvage our reputation.
And you're the bait.
Got that?!
Th-That's…!
Boruto!
We have to go save Denki soon or else—!
No, we have to inform Lord Chojuro first.
No, we can't!
If this gets big, the field trip will be cancelled!
We'll make sure to proceed while keeping this thing under wraps…
So help us, Kagura!
You're strong, aren't you?
I don't think we need to rely on the adults.
I'm…
Next time on Boruto Naruto Next Generations:
"A Shinobi Battle of Friendship"
What's wrong, Kagura?