Ep. 22: Chapter Nine: Offense and Defense in the Festival Music Arc

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Upon discovering that Tomitake has been captured, Irie attempts to escape but encounters Shion and her bodyguard, Kasai, while traveling toward the Sonozaki estate. Although he accepts their assistance during this critical moment, his decision leads to an unintended consequence. By relying on their aid, Irie inadvertently exposes the location of Rika's hideout to their adversaries. This critical error compromises the safety of their ally and shifts the strategic balance in favor of the opposing forces, highlighting the dangers of trusting others during a high-stakes conflict.