Ep. 25: Shuurei notes Senya's resemblance to Ryuuki while tracking Kanrou Cha
Aired on October 21, 2006

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Shuurei reflects on new intelligence from Senya regarding the Hong Princess's impending marriage to the second son of the Sa Clan. During this reflection, she observes a peculiar physical similarity between Senya and Ryuuki. Meanwhile, Ensei and Seiran pursue the trail of Kanrou Cha, following Shuurei's lead. At the same time, Eigetsu and Kourin are traveling toward Kinka. The narrative focuses on these parallel movements and the connections between the characters as they navigate their respective paths and the political implications of the arranged marriage.
Episodes
- Ep. 21 · Shūrei and companions hear ghost rumors in imperial palace before departing Sa Province
- Ep. 22 · Shuurei and companions travel to Sa Province while assassins pursue them
- Ep. 23 · Shūrei Travels Alone to Kinka and Serves Senya Rin
- Ep. 24 · Kokujun frees Ensei, Seiran, Eigetsu, and Kōrin from prison before Kinka
- Ep. 25 · Shuurei notes Senya's resemblance to Ryuuki while tracking Kanrou Cha
- Ep. 26 · Senya Rin's identity revealed as Seiran and Ensei pursue Sakujun at Chrysanthemum Castle.
- Ep. 27 · Shuurei struggles with emotions after recuperation, upsetting Seiran
- Ep. 28 · Shuurei and Eigetsu face difficult lessons while Shunki prepares for a confrontation with his brother in Koren.
- Ep. 29 · The Sai group travels to Koren while the Emperor approaches Kinka and Ryūki assists the blockade.