Ep. 17: Sakura and Sumire practice their skills while Iris masters her Kobu before a demon attack.

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Sakura and Ogami return home to a peaceful atmosphere. Iris learns to control her Kobu, prompting Sakura to practice with her new sword. Sumire observes this and begins her own training to avoid falling behind Sakura. The calm is shattered when a demon known as the Crimson Miroku attacks. The narrative focuses on the ensuing battle, questioning whether Sakura or Sumire will deliver the final blow, or if another character will achieve this distinction. The episode highlights the characters' preparation and their reactions to the sudden threat posed by the demon.