Ep. 5: Ume recounts Souji's escape from a Chuugoku gang while Masa recovers at Souji's house.
Aired on May 14, 2010
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While Masa recovers from illness at Souji's residence, Ume shares the story of how Souji escaped his former life in a Chuugoku criminal gang. As Ume departs, he encounters Senkichi, a former gang member who asks Souji for funds. Senkichi requires money to pay off Denshichi, a former leader pressuring him to join a new gang. Although Souji refuses the request, Ume provides Senkichi with the necessary cash. This interaction highlights the lingering influence of past criminal connections and the differing responses of those involved in resolving the debt and recruitment pressure.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Masanosuke Akitsu accepts a bodyguard position from Yaichi, entering the Five Leaves organization.
- Ep. 2 · Masanosuke adjusts to Five Leaves life while Yaichi remains an enigma
- Ep. 3 · Masanosuke secures a steady bodyguard position at a rice wholesaler thanks to Yaichi's help.
- Ep. 4 · Masanosuke Takes a Bodyguard Position at Yaichi's Brothel to Support His Family
- Ep. 5 · Ume recounts Souji's escape from a Chuugoku gang while Masa recovers at Souji's house.
- Ep. 6 · Senkichi repays debt while Sengorou approaches Edo and Denshichi faces fatal consequences.
- Ep. 7 · Souji warns Ichi about Bakuro gang remnants while Masa faces a ronin duel challenge.
- Ep. 8 · Matsu Investigates Stolen Tickets and Becomes Captive
- Ep. 9 · Masa rescues Matsu and deals with police investigation while Sachi arrives in Edo