Ep. 24: Yoko Navigates Court Disputes and Confides in King En During Coronation Aftermath
Aired on November 5, 2002

Yoko faces significant doubts regarding her role as ruler, dealing with intense court arguments and critical decisions about loyalty and kingdom issues. Enki, King En, and Rakushun attend the ceremony, allowing Yoko to share her concerns with King En. Meanwhile, Suzu discovers her mistress returned from the coronation and learns the new queen originates from Japan, sparking hope for her own return. At the orphanage, Shoukei reveals she is the daughter of the former tyrant king. Consequently, the facility’s manager directs her frustrations toward Shoukei by doubling her workload, increasing the young girl's burden significantly.
Episodes
- Ep. 20 · Gyousou's Ceremony Concludes as Taiki and Gyousou Visit the Kingdom of Tai
- Ep. 21 · Enki Recounts the History of the Twelve Kingdoms in a Summary Chapter
- Ep. 22 · Yoko and Rakushun exchange letters discussing his studies and her travels
- Ep. 23 · Suzu’s Past in Twelve Kingdoms, Shoukei’s Exile, and Yoko’s Coronation Visions
- Ep. 24 · Yoko Navigates Court Disputes and Confides in King En During Coronation Aftermath
- Ep. 25 · Wind, Sky, and Chapter Three: Suzu's Dream and the Exile
- Ep. 26 · Yoko Frustrates Keiki and Appoints Him While Suzu and Shoukei Seek New Rulers
- Ep. 27 · Shoukei faces palace hardships while Suzu and Yoko learn to rule among the people.
- Ep. 28 · Asano Stows Away on Suzu's Boat While Yoko Saves a Village from Youma