Synopsis

Following Rook's assault, Yuri is gravely wounded, narrowly escaping death thanks to Jiro’s timely intervention. She is hospitalized. Jiro and Otoya visit her, urging her to prioritize recovery, but she is eager to return to the fray, falling for their carefully orchestrated diversion as they lure Rook into a renewed confrontation. In 2008, Wataru's connections are fraying; Kengo is deeply troubled by Wataru’s fabrication regarding his health, and Mio once again rejects him, influenced by Shizuk