Ep. 9: Ogai finishes his novel while Shunso loses his sight
Ogai worries about losing Mei during the next full moon because he cannot finish his romance novel. At a restaurant, Mei avoids discussing the book but mentions Gorō's cat café and Kyōka's play. Ogai considers quitting writing, yet Mei urges him to complete the manuscript upon returning to the mansion. Shunso reveals that Mei inspired the story, which reflects Ogai's heartache over leaving his former lover Elise in Germany. After finding a fountain pen near the unfinished work, Mei learns Ogai went into town. Shunso stops her from searching, then spots Ogai by the river. Mei finds him, offers support, and returns the pen while vowing to stay forever. Ogai completes the novel, but Shunso gradually loses his eyesight while struggling with his black cat masterpiece.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Mei undergoes rigorous refinement training with Otojirou while navigating interactions with Shunso and Ogai.
- Ep. 6 · Mei defends Kyouka from noblemen while Charlie summons a camel at the banquet
- Ep. 7 · Mei assists Shunso with his cat while Shirayuki emerges from Kyouka's play at Shinobazu Pond.
- Ep. 8 · Mei dances with Ogai before visiting Gorou's cat café and declining a Tamayori offer
- Ep. 9 · Ogai finishes his novel while Shunso loses his sight
- Ep. 10 · Mei contemplates staying in the Meiji era while Ogai faces writer's block during his novel.
- Ep. 11 · Shunso Recovers His Sight and Artistic Drive After Mei Retrieves His Drawings
- Ep. 12 · Mei returns to modern times after dancing with Ogai on the strawberry moon