In the Boruto anime, a time jump of three years reveals the current condition in the Hidden Leaf Village. Eida manipulates everyone’s memories, making them believe that Boruto is a stranger and an enemy. Amidst this confusion, Sarada and Shikamaru find themselves at odds regarding their views on Boruto and Sasuke’s actions.
While Boruto’s friends diligently search for him, only Sarada and Sumire know the truth about the memory manipulation. Sarada becomes rebellious, arguing with the new Hokage, Shikamaru, as she believes that Konoha is unjustly pursuing someone without reason.
Konohamaru supports Sarada, fueling her anger further. She seeks peace, amnesty, and the return of her friend Boruto. Additionally, Sarada wants Sasuke to come back, as he left to mentor Boruto.
However, Shikamaru warns Sarada to be cautious in her support, viewing her as a potential threat. His behavior is shaped by his fear of uncontrolled Uchiha power and the potential danger it poses to other villages.
Sarada struggles to understand Shikamaru’s actions, comparing them to Itachi’s sacrifice and his role as a leader. She fails to comprehend Shikamaru’s concerns, which are intensified by the uncertainty of Eida’s telepathic influence.
As a leader, Shikamaru must take action to protect the greater good, considering Boruto and Sasuke as unpredictable terrorists who killed Naruto. Despite his cold behavior, empathy and understanding are needed to grasp the difficult position Shikamaru finds himself in.
The complexity of the situation in Boruto’s anime is evident in the clashes between Sarada and Shikamaru regarding their differing views on Boruto and Sasuke’s actions. The impact of Eida’s memory manipulation adds further complexity to the conflict. As the story unfolds, it remains to be seen how Sarada and Shikamaru’s perspectives will evolve and whether they can find common ground amidst the turmoil in the Hidden Leaf Village.
