Ep. 23: Kazalm Teachers Swear to Protect Erin and Lilan from Palace Exploitation
Aired on June 13, 2009

Professor Esal discusses with fellow Kazalm instructors how Erin communicates with the Ohju Lilan using a harp rather than the mandatory Silent Whistle. Esal explains that while she and Tomura failed to engage Lilan with the instrument, the creature responds exclusively to Erin, suggesting a maternal bond. Although legends state only Shin-Oh can command Ohju, Esal fears the palace will misinterpret this as a Mist People magic trick or exploit the ability for warfare. Consequently, the teachers decide to conceal Erin’s unique connection to Lilan. They collectively take an oath to safeguard both Erin and the Ohju from external interference and potential military conscription.
Episodes
- Ep. 19 · Erin struggles with fitting in at Kazalum and loses sleep before Yuuyan encourages her to be herself
- Ep. 20 · Professor Esal entrusts Erin with the care of the baby Ohju Lilan
- Ep. 21 · Erin attempts to communicate with the fur-eating Lilan using her harp after discovering her strange diet.
- Ep. 22 · Erin and companions restore the Yantoku harp with Ia-lu's aid to help Lilan eat.
- Ep. 23 · Kazalm Teachers Swear to Protect Erin and Lilan from Palace Exploitation
- Ep. 24 · The Grand Duke's sons diverge after Shunan and Nugan duel
- Ep. 25 · Nuk and Mok lose five gold pieces while shopping for Karisa and seek to repay Erin.
- Ep. 26 · Erin realizes Lilan views her as a mother figure after a failed quiz.
- Ep. 27 · Erin dreams of misty Hikara and receives guidance from her mother Soh-yon