Scene: Kage Room — Fire Daimyō Arrival

  The doors of the Kage room swung open. The Fire Daimyō’s gaze swept the room, sharp and unyielding.

  Daimyō (stern):

  “I’ve tolerated your arrests of my loyal followers long enough.”

  Naruto leaned casually against the desk, voice calm but firm.

  Naruto:

  “If you mean those arrested alongside Hiashi Hyūga, I feel no pity for them.”

  The Daimyō’s eyes narrowed.

  Daimyō:

  “And you… made a child a Hyūga clan leader? You made Yuta a clan head?”

  Naruto’s eyes softened slightly, pride evident.

  Naruto:

  “My son has more guts than most. Shikamaru… this one’s yours.”

  He stepped back, and Shikamaru slid into the Hokage seat, expression calculating, ready to speak on Naruto’s behalf.

  Daimyō (indignant):

  “It’s not your place to speak.”

  Shikamaru (cold, precise):

  “I am the voice of Naruto Uzumaki. Speak to me.”

  Another Daimyō entered — Ikkyū Madoka. Calm, composed, his presence carried weight.

  Ikkyū (serene):

  “The Land of Fire does not need to capture Boruto for experimentation.”

  Naruto and Shikamaru exchanged surprised glances.

  Ikkyū (softly):

  “My son, Tento, cares for Boruto. I offer him protection.”

  Naruto raised an eyebrow.

  Naruto:

  “And what do you want in return?”

  Ikkyū sighed.

  Ikkyū:

  “Tento wants to protect him. That’s enough. He’s a fan… of you and your son. As for Yuta… he has a clan to lead. I don’t think he’ll risk his life for his brother — at least, not yet.”

  Naruto’s jaw tightened slightly, the words hitting him, but he nodded.

  Ikkyū (nodding):

  “Send Boruto to us. He will be safe.”

  A hawk swooped through the window. Shikamaru held up a scroll.

  Shikamaru:

  “Sasuke sent this. ‘Never let any Daimyō near Boruto.’”

  Naruto muttered, half to himself.

  Naruto:

  “Sasuke… doesn’t trust anyone, huh?”

  Shikamaru:

  “He’s thinking like a teenager. Of course he won’t.”

  Scene: Uzumaki Household — Hours Later

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  Aira entered, Toneri following. She scratched the back of her neck nervously, gaze flicking to Naruto.

  Aira:

  “I know Boruto will be targeted in Konoha… by Daimyō, politicians, everyone. Can I… protect him?”

  Naruto blinked, surprised.

  Aira (rushing to explain):

  “He’s Yuta’s younger brother. I failed to save Sylus and Kashin before… but now I’m stronger than my past self. Can I just protect him?”

  Naruto nodded firmly.

  Naruto:

  “Thank you. I’ll tell him you’re helping.”

  Eida stepped forward, her Senrigan activating with a faint glow.

  Eida:

  “We usually don’t team up… but Boruto is Yuta’s brother. We can’t let him die. If he goes to the Moon, I’ll take care of him too.”

  Shikamaru raised an eyebrow.

  Shikamaru:

  “And why?”

  Eida’s gaze softened.

  Eida:

  “I… felt warmth from Yuta. I’m programmed to love him, but now I choose to protect him. That’s reason enough.”

  Shikamaru exhaled slowly, conceding silently.

  Scene: Uzumaki Household — Midnight

  Naruto returned home quietly, finding Hinata awake, waiting.

  Naruto (softly):

  “Didn’t sleep?”

  Hinata shook her head, smiling faintly.

  Hinata:

  “How could I? You’re more tired than me.”

  Naruto smiled, burying his face in her chest. Hinata’s cheeks flushed slightly.

  Naruto (voice trembling):

  “Queens like Aira and Eida… the whole village… even the Fire Daimyō, everyone wants to save Boruto. But…”

  Hinata lifted his face, placing her forehead against his.

  Hinata (gentle, reassuring):

  “But you want to protect him yourself, don’t you?”

  Naruto nodded, tears brimming.

  Hinata:

  “You can do it. Dattebayo.”

  Naruto chuckled through his tears.

  Naruto:

  “Saying my catchphrase… huh?”

  Hinata smiled warmly.

  Hinata:

  “See? I made you smile.”

  They shared a long, deep kiss. When they parted, Naruto whispered:

  Naruto:

  “Can we…?”

  Hinata nodded, and the moment lingered, leaving only warmth and quiet resolve.

  Scene: Uzumaki Household — Morning

  Naruto woke to find Hinata snuggled beside him.

  Hinata (softly):

  “What do you want to do? What have you decided?”

  Naruto:

  “I’ll train a little more. Until then… Boruto will be on the Moon with Aira.”

  Hinata nodded, trust clear in her eyes.

  Hinata:

  “I trust you.”

  Naruto rose and walked to the bathroom, leaving Hinata peacefully resting.

  Scene: Karin Lab — Same Morning

  Boruto’s eyes fluttered open. Karin’s chakra counting system suddenly overloaded, sparks of red and green light exploding across the lab.

  Karin (excited, shouting):

  “What do you feel, kid?!”

  Boruto’s body glowed with a newfound aura, energy radiating from every pore.

  Boruto (grinning, resolute):

  “Like… I’m reborn… for this purpose.”

  Karin watched as the glow stabilized. For a brief moment, their chakra merged, symbolizing Boruto’s awakening. Ancient Uzumaki chains spiraled within him, a new power fully realized.

  Boruto had gained his new chains, the legacy of generations now his to wield.