Ep. 2: Kojuurou's Capture and Masamune's Struggle Against Hanbei's Forces

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Kojuurou rejects Hanbei’s recruitment and attacks while shielding hostages, resulting in his defeat and capture. Masamune’s retainers report assaults by Nambu, Tsugara, and Soma forces alongside Kojuurou’s loss. Keiji consults Kenshin Uesugi regarding potential Hideyoshi and Motonari movements toward Shikoku but learns Toshiie and Matsu’s army approaches Echigo. Meanwhile, Masamune defeats most attackers in Oshu and confronts Hanbei. Hanbei strikes Masamune with his sword before retreating upon the arrival of additional Hideyoshi troops, leaving Masamune at a disadvantage. Hanbei subsequently returns to Osaka Castle to meet Hideyoshi, discussing plans before departing for Aki to finalize the alliance with Motonari.