Control Code expresses his devotion to Boruto as an Ōtsutsuki, as well as his displeasure that he has to feed him to the Ten-Tails. Naruto begins investigating Boruto's absence, while the latter engages Code in battle. Boruto surprises him with his jutsu and tactics, so Code activates his White Karma as well, overwhelming the former with his speed and strength. Code slaps Boruto around with ease, awakening more of Momoshiki's power in him as a result. Due to his increased strength, Boruto is able to match Code and get some good hits in. Eida theorizes that Boruto is able to channel Momoshiki's strength without him taking over because of the medicine Amado gave him...