[Opening Theme Song: "Unforgiven (feat. Nile Rodgers, Ado) - Japanese ver."]
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Unforgiven, watashi wa iku
[The opening sequence starts with a view of the Hokage Monument in the late afternoon, the warm sun casting a soft, golden glow over the village.]
[Cut to a solemn image of a red Uzumaki spiral emblem, symbolizing Naruko's lineage.]
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Kioku sareteku unforgiven
Verse 1: Ado, Kazuha, Eunchae
Sung by Naruko
Yeah, what you want?
Fukai yadoru face, wanna shut me up
Kari kasane tsuzukeru woorias
Your game de mondaiji sa, such a freak korigori
Let me tell you 'bout LE SSERAFIM
Sou kirai na no furui keishou
Kurayami wo terasu rebellion
We gonna kick it, break it, rules gon' give up
[The camera slowly pans over an old and weathered journal, revealing the hardships Naruko's mother, Kushina, had endured. The pages turn, transitioning from memories of joy to suffering.]
[As Naruko sings, the camera captures the challenges and pain she has faced over the years. We see a young Naruko wearing a tattered, dirty jacket.]
Pre-Refrain: Chaewon, Yunjin, Sakura
Unforgiven, yes, I was bleeding
Chikaraashi razu datta tatakai but I ride
Yurusaretai toka nozonde inai
Nerau no tabuu wo watch me now
Now, now, now
[Naruko's eyes reflect the sadness and loneliness she felt as a child, rejected and isolated by the villagers.]
[The scenes shift to a series of action shots: Naruko enduring rigorous training, using her chakra chains to their full extent, and mastering Uzumaki fuinjutsu.]
Refrain: Ado, Sakura
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Unforgiven, watashi wa iku
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Kioku sareteku unforgiven
[Naruko stands atop the Hokage Monument, wearing her new outfit: a combination of red and black, proudly displaying her Uzumaki heritage.]
Chorus: All, Kazuha, Eunchae
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls (Unforgiven)
Issen wo koe kocchi come on, my unforgiven boys
Unforgiven, unforgiven, unforgiven
Genkai no saki ni na ga nokoru
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls
[Show glimpses of Naruko's friends and allies, including Anko, Asuma, and Kurenai, supporting her.]
Verse 2: Yunjin, Sakura, Kazuha
U-unforgiven-given-given
My style wo livin, livin, livin
Watashiryuu no houteishiki sou hanguru de iu to ne
"Choruopushi" (What?)
Get started, let's get started
Mirai kuru mae ni kizande my story
Shinnen ga tsumi nara villain
I'm not that Cinderella type of a girl
[Naruko's training and self-improvement are highlighted. She practices her chakra control, mastering her wind and water affinity, and developing her unique, crimson chakra chains.]
Pre-Refrain: Eunchae, Ado, Yunjin
Unforgiven, yes, I was bleeding
Chikaraashi razu datta tatakai but I ride
Yurusaretai toka nozonde inai
Nerau no tabuu wo watch me now
Now, now, now
[Emphasize the growing power within Naruko as she unleashes chakra and demonstrates incredible techniques.]
Refrain: Ado, Chaewon
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Unforgiven, watashi wa iku
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Kioku sareteku unforgiven
[Show a quick montage of her confrontations with various foes, battling old enemies who once tormented her.]
Chorus: All, Kazuha, Eunchae
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls (Unforgiven)
Issen wo koe kocchi come on, my unforgiven boys
Unforgiven, unforgiven, unforgiven
Genkai no saki ni na ga nokoru
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls
[Impressive battle scenes depict Naruko's progress as she demonstrates her newfound strength and the use of her powerful techniques.]
Refrain: Eunchae, Sakura
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Unforgiven, watashi wa iku
Unforgiven, I'm a villain, I'm a
Unforgiven, watashi wa iku
[Naruko's determination intensifies as she stands at the gates of the Hidden Leaf Village, her shadow symbolically cast over her past suffering.]
Bridge: Kazuha, Eunchae, Chaewon, Yunjin
Oh, I will never be a clown (Never be a clown)
Oh, miseru no rashisa (*Miseru no rashisa*)
Oh, koe wa sukoshi loud (Koe wa sukoshi loud)
Oh, I don't care, just shout it out!
[The bridge showcases Naruko's resolve and individuality, symbolizing her determination to rise above her pain.]
Chorus: All, Chaewon, Kazuha
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls (Unforgiven)
[A final powerful image of Naruko, standing tall with her red and black attire, showcases her resilience and growth.]
Issen wo koe kocchi come on, my unforgiven boys
[As the song nears its end, the scene transitions to a darker, more ominous tone. Naruko's angelic wings burn with white fire and begin to change, growing more menacing.]
Unforgiven, unforgiven, unforgiven
[A wicked smile forms on Naruko's lips as her new, dark, and imposing wings emerge from her back. She looks almost sinister, and her eyes reflect her newfound power and determination.]
Genkai no saki ni na ga nokoru
[The opening theme song ends with this striking transformation, setting the tone for an anime series exploring Naruko's journey as she embraces her Uzumaki heritage and her evolving strength.]
[Cut to the title screen: "Journal Of A Mother's Hope" in bold letters.]
Koeteikou tomo ni come on, my unforgiven girls
[End of Opening Theme Song]