Ep. 6: Shouken supports Ki's rise to Tanmoku family head despite opposition and Ki's personal struggles.
Shouken urges Ki to become head of the Tanmoku family to realize his dreams, but Ki faces significant opposition upon promotion. Unwilling to be disliked, Ki maintains a pleasant demeanor, prompting Shouken to warn him against excessive smiling given his past vulnerabilities. To lift Ki's spirits, Shouken inquires about Ki's true desires and pledges full support to achieve them. However, pursuing these ambitions creates serious complications that endanger Shouken's future relationship with Ki. The narrative explores the tension between Ki's desire for universal approval and the harsh realities of leadership within the Tanmoku family structure. Shouken's unwavering backing is tested as their shared goals lead to dangerous consequences, threatening the stability of their bond and Ki's position.
Episodes
- Ep. 2 · Keika Meets a University Student Who Can See Him
- Ep. 3 · Ki breaks a spell on Keika before departing for an exorcism in Iceland.
- Ep. 4 · Keika visits the grave of Shinryuu Shouken with Tanmoku Ki after recovering in a hotel with Shin Shiyou.
- Ep. 5 · Keika enters Ki's subconscious to rescue him from life-threatening nightmares
- Ep. 6 · Shouken supports Ki's rise to Tanmoku family head despite opposition and Ki's personal struggles.
- Ep. 7 · Shouken faces imprisonment after former head's son lies about his actions and Ki helps him escape.
- Ep. 8 · Keika Helps Ki During Ceremony Despite Rules
- Ep. 9 · Ki and Keika use the netherworld mirror to uncover Shouken's past and secrets.
- Ep. 10 · Keika and Ki uncover Shouken's past and his forbidden feelings for Ki.