The Naruto Corner

i remember when this chapter came out someone said they were looking forward to hearing sasukes screams as he tries to do what he deep down doesnt want to do and kill naruto and theres no doubt in my mind both sasukes voice actors wouldve sold it and while i get they were trying to have a poignant silence, the lack of verbal speech DOES make the whole scene feel kind of silly like op said.

https://www.tumblr.com/twomiddlefingersforthehaters/716161891664297984/sasukes-monologue-ch-698?source=share

I believe you are referring to this post, you are welcome.

I don't think the Japanese version of the monologue reads much differently from the English version.

Japanese literature has a lot of differentiating tropes associated with Familial and Romantic love but you will also find that the latter is made analogous to the former one on multiple occasions. Perhaps one of the best examples is The Makioka Sisters where the romantic relationships are contrasted with the close bonds between the sisters, sometimes blurring the line between sibling loyalty and the expectations of romantic partnerships.

Historically, familial love is deeply tied to Confucian ideals of filial piety and loyalty. It is shown through duty ; there is an emphasis on sense of obligations and honor of the family. In contrast, romantic love is associated with individual emotions, passion, and heightened emotional intensity. Romantic love also often clashes with one's duty and obligations

Sasuke's pursuit of revenge is driven by his sense of justice and love for his clan, it is his duty. Sasuke's love for Naruto is described as something he finds comfort in, dwells on, and indulges in; it becomes a distraction to his duty. Despite being compared to family, the love Sasuke has for Naruto doesn't have the elements that would be associated with familial love, quite the contrary.

Even in non-blood-related fraternal relationships, there is an emphasis on loyalty, fealty, and duty toward each other. In contrast, Naruto and Sasuke's actions towards each other are shown to be emotionally driven and out of instinct.

-reject

or

-repress

naruto’s “hate” (justified mistrust of ppl who discriminated against him) was not harming anyone, and he was not taking his anger out on innocent people. he was uncomfortable that someone who had previously hated him for existing was now hero worshipping him and asking for his autograph because he became an asset to the village. his “dark” self, which was just his trauma personified, pointed out to him that his worth was being determined by his contributions. his response was, word for word, that he would become the man they believe he is. aka make it his aim to live up to their expectations/reconfiguration of him as their savior. aka continually allow his contributions to determine his worth. real, effective self love means letting go of destructive anger but still demanding some basic accountability and setting boundaries…like, you do not have to give autographs and passively enable idolization you’re uncomfortable with.