: Orochimaru reveals that Shin was a former test subject. His "sons" are actually clones created from his own teeth and nerves. Shin is obsessed with Itachi Uchiha and views peace as a hindrance to evolution, aiming to revive the Akatsuki.
: Overhearing the results, Naruto finds a devastated Sarada who initially refuses to rescue Sakura. Naruto uses his own experiences to explain that family is defined by shared "connected feelings" and bonds rather than just blood. This conversation helps Sarada realize her deep love for Sakura. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 22
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