Synopsis

Driven by a desire to undermine the Shinsengumi, particularly fueled by news of Yamanami's survival, Itou works to sow discord within their ranks. When injured by a soldier warped by ochimizu, Chizuru continues to conceal her remarkable healing abilities. Osen and her kunoichi companion, Kimigiku, arrive at the Shinsengumi headquarters to escort Chizuru away, citing concerns for her safety. Osen invokes a lineage of ancient oni, compelling Chizuru to acknowledge her own demonic heritage. The Ras