Ep. 22: Tamahome fights Hotohori, gets pierced, breaks Nakago's curse, and returns to Kutou for the scroll.
Aired on August 31, 1995
Tamahome attacks Hotohori to kill him and Miaka, who attempts to escape her confinement. Hotohori gains the upper hand until he notices Miaka running toward them, distracting him. Seizing the moment, Tamahome is struck through the torso by Hotohori’s sword. As Miaka screams his name and rushes to him, she kisses the weakened Tamahome, causing him to break free from Nakago’s curse. Mitsukake heals his injuries, allowing Tamahome to return to Kutou to retrieve the "Universe of the Four Gods" scroll. Yui permits his departure. Although Miaka is overjoyed by his safe return, the situation remains deceptive. Nakago has prepared another trap for the couple, indicating that their reunion is not as secure as it appears.
Episodes
- Ep. 18 · Miaka and Tamahome arrange a meeting while Yui accepts Nakago's scheme to keep Tamahome in Kutou.
- Ep. 19 · Miaka is captured while Tasuki and Chichiri hide, and Tamahome acts coldly toward her.
- Ep. 20 · Chichiri Disguised as Nakago, Tamahome's Betrayal, and the Escape from Kutou Palace
- Ep. 21 · Hotohori Saves Miaka From Suicide Amidst Tamahome's Return
- Ep. 22 · Tamahome fights Hotohori, gets pierced, breaks Nakago's curse, and returns to Kutou for the scroll.
- Ep. 23 · Celestial Warning and Reunion Amidst Suzaku Seven Preparations
- Ep. 24 · Miaka's wishes fail as Chiriko reveals his true identity during the Suzaku summoning ritual.
- Ep. 25 · Miaka hides her true feelings from Tamahome and prepares for the Star Festival
- Ep. 26 · Miaka mourns Amiboshi at the river while Tamahome promises a future after the Suzaku summoning.