The progress of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations has led to the development of several relationships. One notable one is the bond between Kawaki and Naruto. Kawaki greatly admired Naruto and respected him for accepting him for who he is.
As the manga has progressed, Kawaki has made it his mission to protect and look after his idol. However, their relationship has now undergone significant changes in the recent chapters of the Boruto manga.
The manga series fans have noticed a significant change in the relationship between the characters after a crucial scene, which also played a major role in the storyline. Examining the specific manga chapter will provide evidence of the rift in their relationship.
Note: This article contains major spoilers from the Boruto: Naruto Next Generations manga.
Boruto chapter 77: A tipping point in Kawaki and Naruto’s relationship
This chapter was crucial as it included a scene that advanced the plot of the manga series. Kawaki utilized his Sukunahikona to vanish and went to Naruto's house, taking care to conceal his chakra and avoid detection by the Sensory Unit.
Upon arriving at the Seventh Hokage's house, Kawaki had a specific plan in mind as he spoke with Naruto. He expressed gratitude for Naruto's actions in a speech that appeared to make Naruto slightly uncomfortable.
Kawaki’s countenance underwent a noticeable change, his eyes devoid of life. It was at this moment that he admitted he would go to any lengths to save Naruto. He was willing to go through with it, even if it meant earning the scorn of his idol. He also emphasized the imminent danger posed by Momoshiki.
Kawaki made it clear that he was willing to take out Naruto's son when he invaded his home (Image via Shueisha/Masashi Kishimoto and Mikio Ikemoto)
This raised some red flags for Naruto, as he realized that Kawaki was willing to go as far as killing Boruto. Hinata Hyuga overheard Kawaki's confessions and even slapped him. He admitted to feeling remorseful for not being able to kill Boruto.
Kawaki succeeded in trapping Naruto in a time-stopped dimension, where they wouldn't experience hunger or thirst. He also persuaded Eida to manipulate people's memories, leading to Boruto becoming a wanted fugitive.
In chapter 77 of the manga series, Kawaki sealed both Hinata and Naruto away into a different dimension. (Image via Shueisha/ Masashi Kishimoto and Mikio Ikemoto)
Furthermore, Kawaki's actions in chapter 77 only exacerbated the situation. Now, Naruto is trapped in a different dimension and suspended in time, while Kawaki is on the loose, targeting his son. Despite everything Naruto has done for Kawaki, he may be freed from the seal only to face the devastating reality of his son's death, if Kawaki succeeds in his mission to kill Boruto.
This marks a crucial turning point in the manga, as the bond between Kawaki and Naruto has been irreversibly fractured. The only hope for change lies in Naruto, his son, and Kawaki devising a new plan to protect the people of Konohagakure from the Otsutsuki. It will be captivating to see if the manga unveils a solution to thwart the threat now that the Seventh Hokage's son is a fully-fledged Otsutsuki. Keep an eye out for more anime and manga updates as we move through 2023.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z netizen, I am deeply invested in the world of anime and manga, and the recent developments in the Boruto: Naruto Next Generations manga have left me with a mix of emotions. The decline of Naruto and Kawaki's relationship is a significant turning point in the series, and it raises several concerns about the future of the story.
On the one hand, I understand Kawaki's motivations and his desire to protect Naruto at any cost. However, his actions have become increasingly extreme and reckless, to the point where he is willing to harm or even kill Boruto. This betrayal of Naruto's trust is heartbreaking, and it raises questions about whether Kawaki is truly capable of distinguishing between right and wrong.
