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TAIGA DRAMA

Written By: Mitani Koki

Music By: Hattori Takayuki

Narrator: Udo Yumiko

CAST

Sanada Nobushige: Sakai Masato

Sanada Nobuyuki: Oizumi Yo

Kiri: Nagasawa Masami

Matsu: Kimura Yoshino

Ishida Mitsunari: Yamamoto Koji

Kato Kiyomasa: Arai Hirofumi

Ina: Yoshida Yo

Otani Yoshitsugu: Kataoka Ainosuke

Katagiri Katsumot: Kobayashi Takashi

Hirano Nagayasu: Kondo Yoshimasa

Chacha: Takeuchi Yuko

Toyotomi Hideyoshi: Kohinata Fumiyo

Honda Tadakatsu: Fujioka Hiroshi

Nei: Suzuki Kyoka

Honda Masanobu: Kondo Masaomi

Tokugawa Ieyasu: Uchino Seiyo

Sanada Masayuki: Kusakari Masao

Producers: Yoshikawa Kunio Yashiki Yotaro

Translations by MTI

Director: Kobayashi Daiji

Episode 19: A Love Affair

(Sanada) Masayuki finally goes to Osaka.

He becomes a Daimyo under Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Chacha helped Nobushige with his father's affairs.

Why are you dressed like that (a servant)?

Come on, let's go.

Didn't you say you would heed my request?

That is why I'm here.

If the Regent finds out, I'll be in trouble.

We won't get caught.

The Regent told me not to enter that storeroom.

But doesn't it pique your curiosity even more?

We're only looking inside.

It's where the armors are stored.

Why didn't the Regent want me to see it?

I don't know.

When I was five, my father...

Are you listening?

Yes, I am.

My father was invaded by Lord Nobunaga and killed himself.

The Regent was in command of the castle siege.

Yes, I know.

My older brother,Manpukumaru, was ten at that time.

The Regent had him impaled.

Later, the Regent invaded on Shibata Katsuie, mother's second husband.

After Shibata killed my mother,

he committed hara-kiri.

All the people I was close to, were killed by the Regent.

I saw many people die since childhood.

As a result, I'm not afraid to see blood shed.

So I don't feel anything when I see people die.

I'm not afraid of dying.

Look here.

What is that called?

Nagamaki.

I can smell the blood.

I wonder how many were killed by this thing.

Whose blood is it?

Who was killed with this?

I'm sorry.

You don't look like someone who doesn't fear death.

Princess Chacha.

Let me stay like this for a bit longer.

No one is coming,.

The Regent wants me to be his concubine.

What was your reply?

I haven't replied.

What do you think?

I...

I'm putting you in a bind by asking that, aren't I?

I'm not sure if becoming his concubine will mean happiness.

But if you decline...

you won't be very happy.

You sound indifferent.

It's really none of my business.

Let's go back.

Sir Genjiro!

I've been looking for you.

I received this from Lady Nei.

I wanted to share it with you.

It's very delicious.

Thank you.

This castella looks delicious.

You didn't see her.

Let's go.

Chacha got mad at me.

Whose lap are you on?

I was in love with her mother.

It's mother and daughter.

I hear you.

This "castle" is hard to siege.

But that also makes one want to lay siege to it.

What would you do?

You want me to answer that?

How do I go about it?

You killed both her parents.

Don't play cheap tricks.

You have to confront it head on.

Will she come around?

I don't know.

How do I go around it?

This is a blueprint of Jurakutei being built in Kyoto.

Jurakutei?

I plan to move my administration from Osaka to there.

The roof will have gold tiles.

It will be constructed in complete luxury.

It's your mansion.

Is Genjiro coming too?

Genjiro?

If Genjiro isn't coming, I'm staying here.

You really like Genjiro, don't you?

Don't worry. Genjiro will be going too.

It's going to be fun.

Regent, we're ready.

I'm going out.

Have a nice day.

You're in sync.

Don't say that in front of the Regent.

Huh? What did I say?

Do you want him to suspect your relationship with Genjiro?

I am not in love with Genjiro.

Isn't that the same for you?

Of course.

There's no problem then.

There's talk about you and Genjiro, as it is.

Is that true?

Sir Sanada.

I'd like to talk to you.

I'm from Omi.

I used to serve the Azai (Chacha's) family.

I know Chacha from when she was a baby, so I'm fond of her.

Is that so?

She was born between Oichi, Nobunaga's younger sister,

and Azai Nagamasa.

To be honest, you are beneath her.

Please wait.

Your father is just a small daimyo lord in Shinano.

Know your place.

You've got it wrong. I'm not...

Know your place.

SUNPU CASTLE

Masayuki and his party were still at Ieyasu's Sunpu Castle. SUNPU CASTLE

How is life here?

Lord Tokugawa has been very good to me.

How is my brother?

When he was ordered to join the Tokugawa,

he was depressed.

It's not bad for the Sanada to be under the Tokugawa.

I think so, too.

At least, you won't be attacked by the Tokugawa anymore.

This is a map of Sunpu Castle.

The castle is solidly built, but...

from Mount Shizuhata, one would have a full view of the inside.

If I were to attack it,

I would set my camp here.

That's a brilliant plan.

Matsu.

Yes?

Genjiro.

It's Genaro.

I'm sorry, but...

I don't remember this castle.

this is your first time at this castle.

We stopped here on the way home to Shinano.

You should have said that sooner.

I wasted my time trying to remember it.

Matsu, that was very much like you.

Really?

Mother and Grandmother are waiting in Ueda.

You'll start remembering more.

I want to know what the Sanada are doing.

I want someone to stay near Masayuki.

to report in detail what he's thinking.

As a spy?

Your daughter whom I met recently...

What was her name again?

Her name is Ina.

Let me have her.

What do you mean?

I'll have her marry into the Sanada family.

I'm going to send Ina into the Sanada family.

Who is she marrying?

Masayuki's heir, Nobuyuki.

Ina is...

who I...

preciously...

... raised.

She's the apple of my eye.

Heihachiro, please.

Please agree.

I'm done.

Marriage?

That's right.

This is a good time to unite the Tokugawa and the Sanada.

Among all my vassals,

Honda Heihachiro excels in valor.

Thank you for saying that.

I want his daughter to marry your heir, Nobuyuki.

What?

Actually, Honda Heihachiro's daughter Ina,

will be adopted by my lord (Tokugawa)

I want a marital bond between the Tokugawa and the Sanada.

I appreciated the offer, but...

my son is married to my late brother's daughter.

Just have him divorce her.

Well... even if you say so...

You can't decline this great marriage offer for that reason.

Lord Sanada.

Please decline.

What do you think?

It's like the Tokugawa is sending a hostage.

You can't turn it down.

But...!

What is Ieyasu's aim?

He must be afraid of your betrayal.

Or...

she could be a spy.

We could use her.

I don't care about that!

In any case,

you'll make waves by turning it down.

Genzaburo.

Let's send Ko home.

Are you serious?

Genzaburo.

Please agree to it.

Father!

It's for the sake of the Sanada.

I refuse.

I want to stay near you. INA

I cannot defy the Lord's order.

I don't want to go to Shinano.

Ina, could it be...

you have a lover?

Yes, I do.

No, I don't.

I want to work for the Lord.

Listen, Ina.

This is for our Lord.

Report on the Sanada's movements.

Am I going as a spy?

Please agree to it.

Please.

I will gladly do my duty.

You will?

I don't want to go after all!

I am Sanada heir, Nobuyuki.

I'm Honda Heihachiro's daughter Ina.

Don't they make a nice match?

Heihachiro, you've raised her into a fine woman.

Thank you.

What do you think, Lord Sanada?

She's too good for my son.

I wish to bridge the Tokugawa and the Sanada families.

Well said!

As you'd expect from Honda Heihachiro's daughter!

Congratulations.

People are talking about it.

Genjiro took Chacha to the warehouse.

Was it really Chacha?

She was dressed like a maid, but it was definitely her.

His actions do not match his face.

So the rumors were true.

Report it to the Regent.

Of course I will.

Sanada Genjiro can't be forgiven.

Did you really take Chacha there?

That did not happen.

Katsumoto, Genjiro denies it.

But someone saw them going into the warehouse.

Who said that? Bring that person here.

Well, Katsumoto?

Well... it's hearsay for me.

Katsumoto! Did you report such ambiguity to me?

But... the rumor is spreading.

It's groundless.

I believe Genjiro.

Katsumoto!

Are you in love with Chacha?

Is that why you're jealous of Genjiro? Am I wrong?

That is not true!

I was about to be duped.

Begone!

Now!

Yes!

Regent, I have a request.

I would like to have my duties changed.

Changed?

Since I'm here in Osaka, I�d like to work near you.

I want to learn from you.

I understand how you feel,

but stay by Chacha a little longer.

She's a sad woman.

I want you to be her confidant.

How unfortunate for you.

Everyone seems to be under the wrong impression.

Didn't I warn you to be careful of Chacha?

Genjiro.

The princess would like to see you.

Do you know your flowers?

I have no knowledge at all.

That's how men are.

These yellow flowers are called yamabuki.

My mother's favorite.

Here.

I can't accept it.

It's just a flower.

Mother would turn them into pressed flowers.

I think I'll do that, too.

You were partly at fault.

No.

You had your guard down.

No.

As pretty as she is,

and being with her all day long,

didn't you have any feelings for her?

No.

I'm not coming down on you.

Being a man, I don't blame you if you did have feelings for her.

Well...maybe some.

That's exactly what I'm talking about.

That's how men are.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

I'm sorry to bother you when you're busy.

Not at all.

If it is your request, I must heed it.

Thank you!

I'm sorry for the trouble.

You never know how things will turn out in a romance.

If you've fallen for her, then that's that.

It's a misunderstanding.

You're not in love?

I swear to the gods.

Then you must have your guard down.

I am at fault.

So, what do you want me to do?

Clear up the misunderstanding with Kato Kiyomasa.

He can be troublesome.

Once his mind is set, he won't change it.

That's impossible.

Please help Genjiro.

Well...for these matters...

it would be best to confide in Uncle Hidenaga.

But he's ill right now.

Or...

...go to Mitsunari.

Sir Mitsunari?

I know. I'll write a letter for you to Mitsunari.

It's your fault that this happened.

Yes... that's so.

I had my guard down.

It's not for your sake that I'm going to help.

We can't have suspicious deaths occurring around the Regent.

I'll send Kato Kiyomasa to Kyushu.

We're invading Kyushu.

From tomorrow, I'll keep Kiyomasa busy with

delivering provisions and arranging accommodations.

He'll have no time to be bothered with you.

That's true.

You're a troublesome man.

Sir Otani, I'll be going to Sakai.

Relay my regards to Sir Rikyu.

Thank you!

Sir Mitsunari helped me.

Don't feel so obligated.

Why?

It was already decided that Kato would be going to Kyushu.

Is that so?

To prepare for what is forthcoming,

he wants Kato to see Kyushu.

That's what I think.

Forthcoming?

The next step after he unifies the country.

Next step?

Crossing from Kyushu to Choson (Korea), to invade Ming (China).

Putting that aside...

sorry about the mess you got in with Chacha.

I'm fully to blame.

Your friendliness is a good trait.

But that sometimes backfire on you.

Yes, I learned that.

You're in charge of preparing for the Kyushu expedition.

Jump on it.

A year after the subjugation of Kyushu, Kato Kiyomasa

became a powerful 195,000-kook Daimyo in Higo (Kyushu).

He would go to Choson (Korea) four years later.

KYOTO

What do you think?

Isn't it wonderful?

Am I going to live here?

JURAKUTEI Am I going to live here?

JURAKUTEI That's right.

JURAKUTEI I don't feel comfortable.

You'll adjust to it.

What's on the other side?

Warehouses.

Gold, silver, and valuables that couldn't fit in Osaka Castle.

As well as armors.

Let's go check it out again.

Will Kyoto be the center of administration?

It'll be more convenient since the palace is near.

Regent, you'll get busier.

I'm worried about your health.

You should eat grated yam with eggs.

I heard about that too.

Let's prepare that every morning for him.

Chacha, what do you mean by again?

What?

You just said again.

Did you go to the warehouse with Genjiro before?

I didn't say again.

Yes, you did.

I didn't.

Genjiro.

I lied to you.

Genjiro!

I'm sorry!

Prince Roku will be coming from the palace shortly.

I'm going out to greet him.

Begone.

Very well.

Why are you leaving, too?

Forgive me.

How dare you dupe me!

I asked him to keep it quiet.

I am fully to blame.

I believed in you.

Don't be suspicious. There's nothing going on between us.

Which warehouse?

I only looked inside one.

I'm asking Genjiro!

Which warehouse?

The one with the armors.

Chacha.

From now on...

I wanted you to be surrounded by beautiful things in life.

Hence, I kept you away from that warehouse.

The loathsome things you've seen so far...

for as many as they were...

and many more times hence, I want you to have happiness.

That is the least I can do for you in atonement.

Kyushu will be conquered soon.

After that, there are only the Hojo and Date Clans left.

Once they submit, this country will be all mine.

As ruler, I will have unified the Land.

And you... will be the ruler's wife.

That's what I decided.

Regent...

I have Nei as a wife.

While Nei is alive, you can't be my official wife.

But I love you dearly.

I'm not lying.

Lady Nei will be angry if she heard this.

Rather than a wife, she is...

more like my war buddy.

She is naturally an important woman in my life,

but there's no love there.

Regent...

Please live here at Jurakutei as the ruler's wife.

When you leave this world, I want you to say...

that you were the happiest woman in this country.

I'll make you the happiest.

Nei!

What's the matter?

Chacha agreed to be my concubine.

She promised she would!

Did you accept?

Yes, I did.

He's the greatest flatterer in this country.

You've got him wrong.

His tactics are blatant.

I found it hilarious, rather than touching.

Then why?

But... I thought...

he's trying to seduce me like a youth...

and sweating it out.

He could've forced himself on me.

As I watched him...

I felt like granting his wish.

That's part of the strategy.

When I die...

he promised I'd be able to say I was the happiest woman.

I want to be able to say that.

Princess...

By the way, Genjiro...

I'm going to return you to the Regent.

What?

The Regent told me you asked to have your duties changed.

Yes, I did.

How abhorrent.

As you wish, you can return to the Regent.

Very well.

Aren't you going to be here for a while?

I don't know.

I have something interesting to tell you.

I think you and I are bonded by a strange fate.

Even if we are separated, you will come back to me.

We will die on the same day.

I pray that is in the distant future.

I'll treasure it.

You may leave now.

Yes.

Aren't you glad you can be away from Chacha?

I'm scared of her.

What are you doing?

Hey!

Give it back.

Give it back.

Chacha officially became Hideyoshi's concubine.

Let us work together....

in supporting the Regent.

Welcoming Chacha as concubine...

means he surpassed Lord Nobunaga.

Going forward...

where is the Regent heading?

I'm talking to myself.

Forget you heard it.

That was definitely...

the first step towards demise for Hideyoshi's administration.

But at this time,

no one in the Toyotomi family knew this.

END OF EPISODE 19

Is Chacha really pregnant with the Regent's child?

Behead him.

Has Hideyoshi gone senile?

Stay out of this!

Impossible!

Ko, forgive me.

They are not to blame.

How cruel!

Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture

Since ancient times it is known as the land of the Tokugawa

Okazaki Castle was the birthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Honda Tadakatsu was one of the "Tokugawa's Four Heavenly Kings" [Ii Naomasa, Sakakibara Yasumasa and Sakai Tadatsugu]

He also was born and raised here in Okazaki.

The Yahagi River flows through the city.

Honda Tadakatsu always served by the side of Tokugawa Ieyasu.

He was famous for the many battle he fought.

Tadakatsu's famous spear Tonbo-kiri (Dragonfly Cutter) symbolizes his heroismn. [The spear was so sharp that a dragonfly landed on it's blade and was cut in two]

Tatsuki Shrine in Okazaki Park.

Ieyasu and his servant Tadakatsu were inshrined here as deities during festivals.

Honda Tadakatsu's daughter Ina will marry into his nemesis (the Sanada) family.

Over two generations,

he'll served with loyalty to the Tokugawa.

NEXT EPISODE: Omen