Young Sasuke Beats Up Young Sasuke

"Hey! You, blond brat over there! Where do you think you're staring?!"

A displeased, forceful shout shattered the brief calm at the street corner.

Big Sister Hinata let go of the hand she'd had resting on Menma's shoulder, shoved both hands into the pockets of her hot pants, and strode over with a faintly oppressive gait, reaching Boruto in just a few steps as he was secretly sizing her up.

She tilted her head slightly, her pure Byakugan carrying a trace of irritation and scrutiny as she stared down at this unfamiliar-looking blond kid with overwhelming presence.

Boruto was startled by the sudden interrogation, especially because the "Hinata" in front of him was worlds apart from the gentle, shy image of his mother in his memories. The open jacket with fishnet lining, the long straight legs beneath the hot pants, and that unruly air between her brows all left his brain unable to catch up for a moment.

Under his nervousness and shock, he blurted out almost on instinct:

"Mo... Mom..."

The moment the words left his mouth, Boruto realized he was in trouble!

He hurriedly clamped both hands over his mouth, his blue eyes filled with panic.

It's over! I let it slip!

"Hm—?" Big Sister Hinata's brows instantly rose even higher, and an extremely strange look appeared on her face.

She stepped forward until she was almost right in front of Boruto, bent down, and carefully studied his face. Her tone was full of disbelief and intense interest. "Hah? Brat, who were you calling 'Mom' just now? Do I look that old to you? Or..."

She deliberately drew out her words, and her gaze grew even more dangerous. "Are you making fun of me on purpose?"

"S-Sorry! Sorry!" Boruto was so frightened that he waved his hands and