On the final throw, with scores nearly tied, Boruto pictured his father—Naruto’s never-say-die smile—then did something he rarely let himself do: breathe slow and steady. He let the dart go, and it landed dead center. The alley erupted; even a sleepy Ichiraku chef stuck his head out to see what the commotion was about. Kawaki clapped once, without a grin, and handed Boruto the victory in silence—a rare show of respect. They didn’t announce the terms strictly. Training was squeezed into the early morning, while the resident losers exchanged good-natured jabs over tea. Sarada took notes for the Academy’s “Team Dynamics” seminar, recording how competitive rituals built trust. Himawari ate both plates and declared herself the real winner.