Ep. 8: Aoi Returns to Visit the Sakuragi Family After Years Away

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Aoi, who departed the Sakuragi Family years ago, returns for a visit. He and Sakuragi converse about the past, specifically the period when Aoi served as first lieutenant. They recall peaceful times during Miyuki’s pregnancy with Yaeka and remember how Aoi consistently managed Kirishima’s troublesome behavior. The narrative hints at the underlying reasons why Aoi ultimately chose to leave the yakuza lifestyle and establish a settled life, leaving the specific cause for the audience to discover.