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Kawaki’s troubled past is one of the biggest reasons he struggles to accept kindness in Boruto. As a child, he was abused…
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Hayami Tanaka writes about the anime and manga industry, often following the announcements, trailers and creative decisions that fans track closely. Comedy, drama and fantasy stories with a strong adventure streak are a regular part of the beat.

Kawaki’s troubled past is one of the biggest reasons he struggles to accept kindness in Boruto. As a child, he was abused…

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