: The episode transitions from Kawaki's biological father—who viewed him only as a tool for money—to Jigen, who views him only as a potential "vessel" for his own power.
: Jigen, the leader of the Kara organization, arrives at Kawaki's home to "buy" him from his father. Despite describing Kawaki as "empty," Jigen pays a high price, promising Kawaki that his biological father will never see him again.
In of Boruto: Naruto Next Generations , titled "The Past," the story focuses entirely on Kawaki's tragic and traumatic childhood. While he lies unconscious in a Hidden Leaf Hospital bed, he is tormented by nightmares of his life before meeting Jigen. Key Story Beats
: As a child, Kawaki lived with his biological father, Kokatsu, a former shinobi who became a violent alcoholic following the Fourth Great Ninja War. Kawaki was forced to spend his days chopping and selling wood to fund his father’s drinking.
: While running errands, Kawaki becomes mesmerized by a vendor's goldfish display, a motif used throughout the episode to symbolize his desire for beauty and freedom in a "hollow" life.
You can watch the English dubbed version of this episode on platforms like Crunchyroll and Apple TV .