The wait is over, and Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 14 has officially arrived! After the intense cliffhanger where Boruto was gravely injured by Jura and subsequently arrested, this chapter delivers high-stakes drama, strategic mind games, and a shocking revelation about the fate of the Sand Village.
Boruto is no longer just a rogue ninja; he is a important piece in a game that even the Hokage is manipulating from the shadows. Let's break down the key events of this explosive chapter.
Boruto's Arrest and Interrogation
The chapter begins with Boruto waking up in custody, handcuffed with a device that shocks him if he attempts to use chakra. Konohamaru and Ibiki Morino are present, ready to interrogate him. Despite his injuries and the restrictive cuffs, Boruto's primary concern is the safety of his friends and the village, asking about the status of the others immediately.
Konohamaru demands answers. He wants to know the identity of the attackers and why they are targeting Himawari and Sarada. Meanwhile, the entire interrogation is being monitored by Shikamaru, Ino, Eida, and Kawaki. Kawaki is particularly anxious, fearing that Boruto might reveal the truth about Omnipotence and his innocence regarding the Seventh Hokage's "death."
However, Boruto holds his ground. He explains that the enemies are self-aware Divine Trees, evolved from the Ten-Tails and driven by individual instincts rather than just a desire to consume the planet. He pinpoints Jura as the leader and the central threat. Boruto warns Konohamaru that the new enemy, Matsuri, will likely target him next, adding another layer of danger to the situation.
Ibiki's Brutality and Shikamaru's Gamble
When questioned about his sources, Boruto refuses to speak, citing his own safety. This defiance angers Ibiki, who resorts to physical violence, punching Boruto in the face and stomach. Ibiki mocks Boruto, stating that he has waited three years to punish the "traitor" who killed Naruto. Boruto endures the beating with a stoic resolve that frustrates his captors.
Watching remotely, Shikamaru makes a drastic call. He orders Mitsuki to enter the interrogation room, supposedly to kill Boruto with poison. This shocks everyone, including the elders, but Shikamaru insists on it. In a private mental conversation with Ino earlier, Shikamaru hinted at a secret plan, asking for her trust despite the apparent ruthlessness of his orders.
Mitsuki's Intervention and the Escape
Mitsuki enters the room, and the tension skyrockets. He activates his Sage Mode and lunges at Boruto. Konohamaru tries to intervene to save his "key witness," but in the chaos, Mitsuki deftly unlocks Boruto's handcuffs instead of killing him. It is revealed that Shikamaru had secretly provided Mitsuki with the key, orchestrating the escape.
With his restraints gone, Boruto is free to move. Mitsuki whispers the location of Boruto's confiscated sword and cloak. Boruto acknowledges Mitsuki's conflict but promises to prove his true identity one day. Using the Flying Thunder God technique, Boruto teleports to the gear room, retrieves his items, and vanishes from the village, leaving the Konoha shinobi in confusion.
Tragedy in the Sand Village
Just as the dust settles in Konoha, a frantic call comes in from the Sand Village. Kankuro contacts Shikamaru with devastating news: Gaara and Shinki have been defeated. The transmission reveals that both the Kazekage and his son have been turned into trees, similar to Sasuke's fate.
This revelation confirms that the threat of the Shinju is global. The chapter ends by shifting focus to the enemy base, where a new Shinju named "Ryu" has been born. Jura welcomes this new warrior, and the resemblance to Shinki is undeniable, setting the stage for a heartbreaking confrontation in the future.
