ONE TWO THREE
We can't see into a person's heart.
I asked you before,
but how can I confirm your feelings?
Yes.
With my eyes…
and my lips.
That makes it 42 times.
Don't count my sighs!
Is what that guy said still bothering you?
Well…of course, it is.
I'm going to be blunt.
Fat girls like you aren't my type.
I can't ignore it either…
when you look so sad, Cho-Cho.
The Cho-Cho I know has always been
full of composure, confidence, positivity and potato chips—!
You can stop there.
You're right.
I am…
cute!
Yeah, that's more like it!
But still…
Maybe small packs are fancier than a jumbo package of potato chips…
There's a faint-hearted part of me that thinks that!
You know what I mean?
I…don't.
I'm saying there's a part of me that rationalizes
that cute and slim is better than cute and chubby.
If it's such a strain on you, why don't you just come clean?
I can't watch this anymore.
If only I could.
Then it wouldn't be such a struggle.
Super Cho-Cho Love Upheaval!
How about her?!
She gives a refreshing impression that's perfect for the next heroine.
Is she your type, Tomaru?
That's not it, Director!
Um…
Miss Ashina…?
Here….
Do you really think I'd wear that now?
I guess not.
This is finally the climax.
The two are labeled as traitors to their clans
and make their escape to the cliff of their memories.
Ashina, you slip here and meet a tragic end.
Director, rather than just slipping, I'd like something more meaningful.
Like risking my life in order to protect Tomaru…
You don't have to make it that complicated.
A life is coming to an end!
Don't take it so lightly…
It doesn't matter.
It's me the fans want to see…
grieving over the loss of his lover.
Right, Director?
Give us a memorable performance, Ashina!
Okay, we'll rehearse after a 30-minute break!
The guy in the gas mask hasn't appeared since then.
Maybe he's given up,
now that he knows the Hidden Leaf is providing security.
That would make things so easy.
Remember what we're always told… Never let down your guard.
She's looking this way.
Maybe it's another errand…?
Hey you, get me water! ASAP!
Y-Yes!
She's really cranky again today.
She's about to be dropped from the drama.
She's probably stressed out.
– Huh? – Huh?
FLASH
He's coming! Stay alert!
I know, but it's so bright that I can't—!
He's here!
I'm not letting you escape!
If you want that man back, get the money ready!
He's coming your way, Cho-Cho!
Damn it!
She's not here?!
ONE TWO THREE
Hmm?
Hey!
– After him! – Right!
Did you see anything?
No, nothing.
It just doesn't add up.
What do you mean, Shikadai?
I mean, isn't it weird?
If money's the motive, why would he send a death threat?
Right? A death threat would only increase security.
Good analysis, you two!
It doesn't look like he went east.
Nothing down south either.
That guy's fast on his feet, ya' know!
Boruto, where's Mr. Tomaru?! He's okay, isn't he?
Sorry, they got away.
Man, there were even two Sensei here!
How could this happen?!
That being said, where's Konohamaru Sensei?
Konohamaru returned to the village to report to Lord Seventh.
When Mr. Tomaru's life is in danger?!
I understand how you feel…
But right now, we have to be strong.
WE HAVE TOMARU. IF YOU WANT HIM TO LIVE PREPARE TWENTY MILLION RYO FOR THE EXCHANGE. THE LOCATION IS…
This was left at the crime scene?
The perpetrator left it.
I'll pay any ransom!
Please save the production!
Never mind the money…
The problem is…
Ashina's been named to make the exchange.
Filming is postponed due to the lead actor getting kidnapped…
On top of which, if Ashina is injured…
Yes, it's too risky.
Then I'll use my Transformation Jutsu and go as the stand-in.
Wait!
What if he sees through you?
Wouldn't that increase the risk?
But…
I'll go!
Ashina…
I'm an actress.
I can pull off an exchange flawlessly.
But…you two have…
Tomaru and I have definitely been distant lately.
But we've known each other since we were child actors.
Please, let me go!
But—!
Moegi Sensei, if we have her completely covered,
it should be okay.
Fine.
However, you must obey my orders.
That's my one condition.
Yes!
Miss Ashina!
Tell us what's going on!
Is it true that Mr. Tomaru has been kidnapped?!
How much is the ransom?
Miss Ashina, any comments?!
This was supposed to be kept under wraps!
I can't say anything right now.
But…once all this is all resolved,
you will hear it all from me personally.
I promise.
I didn't realize she cared about the program so much…
Yeah, I misjudged her…
Hmm…
To catch the perp, we'll need to be either here, or here!
Everyone, let's put our all into it!
Hey, Cho-Cho… I hate to say this, but…
How long are you gonna stay in that form?
If you're serious about getting Mr. Tomaru back…
it's hopeless unless you can use your full power.
That's not the issue here, is it?
Of course, that's the issue!
If you mess up like last time, it will ruin our strategy too.
I'm the type that doesn't dwell on the past!
Cho-Cho, why don't you have some potato chips to help you calm down?
These are the consommé-flavored ones you like.
Would you rather have the lightly salted ones?
This is not time to eating that kinda stuff!
Hey, don't be so rude.
Jeez! I can't deal with you guys!
Cho-Cho…
I'm in position.
Same here.
Stay alert.
You don't have to remind me every time.
Cho-Cho! You're really on edge right now.
Huh? I'm always like this.
It doesn't matter whether
it's consommé-flavored or lightly salted.
What's that supposed to mean?
It really doesn't matter what you're thinking…
But when you involve everyone around you,
it could hinder the success of the mission.
I've had enough lectures.
What's important isn't the flavor,
but the true essence of the potato chip.
Huh?
I think it's all about whether the chip is made
from good quality potatoes or not…
Am I wrong?
Whatever the flavor,
if the potato itself is rotten, it's no good, right?
What about your true essence? Is it rotten? Or pure?
He's here!
Ashina! You came!
Thank you so much!
Look at us.
It's like the last scene of our drama, isn't it?
In the drama, I'm supposed to fall off this cliff…
And here I am, saving you.
Isn't it ironic?
Here's the ransom you demanded.
Now keep your end of the bargain, and let Tomaru go!
Thank you, Ashina!
All this time, I…misjudged you…
Go on ahead.
Everyone's waiting down below.
But I can't leave you here…
Look, this isn't a drama!
I came here to rescue you.
Just do as I say and get out of here!
I-I understand!
Okay, I'm going!
Just look at him…
And his next movie is supposed to be an action flick…
It's so ridiculous.
Hey, what are you doing?
What if someone gets suspicious?
The money's yours! So, can you get lost now?
I have a press conference to do now…
I'm going to bask in the spotlight once again!
I see…
So that's how it was, huh?
You're—?!
Your partner has been captured.
But he refused to name his accomplice…
That's why we had no choice but to put on this little act.
Why that useless—!
Konohamaru Sensei?!
I mean, you all were in on this?
When Mr. Tomaru was kidnapped, you weren't at the scene, right?
After that, we tracked the perp and got him.
Still, we never expected his accomplice to be Ashina.
Staging a kidnapping to revive her popularity…
That's pretty lame.
He can't even act, but just because of his good looks,
he acts like a big shot and… hijacked this production!
I just couldn't stand it!
Are you talking about me?
Shut up!
In real life, things often don't go the way they're scripted!
I have to continue to shine!
That's who I am!
I can't afford to lose my shine…
Otherwise, I'll no longer be me.
Miss Ashina…
After causing an incident like this…
I guess I won't be able to stand in the limelight anymore.
If you atone for your crime, then one day…
Did you think I didn't consider what I'd do if I failed!
I'll be in the news again with this!
Even though it's not quite what I planned.
Let me go!
M-My back!
Earth Style!
Mud Wall!
I'll stop that boulder!
Gale Palm!
Cha!
What a drag!
Sarada!
Someone… Help me!
Mr. Tomaru!
Oww…
Damn it!
What about your true essence?
Is it rotten? Or pure?
Damn it,
he's the first one to lecture me, of all people, about potato chips.
Watch out!
Once you get a taste of me, you'll never settle for anything else!
This seems…really bad, doesn't it?
Leave it to me.
Cho-Cho?
This is impossible… for someone like you!
The ring.
Don't ever lose it again, Mr. Tomaru.
You're that girl, from back then.
Partial Expansion Jutsu!
Now that's the real you.
Freshness itself!
Cho-Cho!
That's the Cho-Cho we know.
That's right.
This is it for me, isn't it?
Even if you lose your shine…
it doesn't change who you are.
What's important is what's inside.
Looks like everyone's okay.
I wonder about that.
I'm talking about wounds of the heart.
Mr. Tomaru doesn't seem to like chubby girls.
Which is the real you?
What's important is the true essence of the potato.
Could the real you be—?
What's the point in asking that?
What's important is what's inside, isn't it?
I guess you're absolutely right!
Cho-Cho, you're more wonderful than any woman I've ever met!
I guess people can be great, even if they're fat!
Sparkle!
It's my policy to offer potato chips to people I like.
That makes me happy!
How about you and me…
I don't think I can accept that.
Huh? But—?
After all, I don't want a man or calories to tie up my life.
I want to be completely free!
For the first time in my life, someone has turned me down…
Do you think I'll get another chance someday?
Stay on your toes…
You have lots of rivals.
Her symptoms are getting even worse.
What a turn of events, huh?
What a real drag!
Cha!
What made you start eating food?
What's the change in your mental state?
Oh, stuff…
They're surprisingly quite delicious…
I think it's because the true essence is good.
But still…it's not to my taste.
By the way…
Your question about whether I'm your mother or father…
About that, it's fine.
Because…
as long as I know the true essence,
it really doesn't matter either way.
Right now, I'll be teaching you the ultimate technique.
I'll finally be learning the ultimate technique?
Understanding this technique won't just be
about enduring the harshest training…
You'll have to face the core of your very own being!
Are you prepared?
H-Hold on a minute!
Next time on Boruto Naruto Next Generations:
"The Other Side of Anxiety"
Before I start training…
I first have to acknowledge my anxiety!
THE OTHER SIDE OF ANXIETY