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Leave Edo at once.

Or I won't show mercy.

The bandit gang, Kumokiri, had set fire to the prison.

In the chaos, they rescued Ingakozo Rokunosuke.

Chief Abe Shikibu with the Arson and Theft Squad...

...was surprised at Kumokiri's clever feat,

but at the same time, he started suspecting of an inside informant.

KUMOKIRI NIZAEMON

Episode 3: Younger Sister's Plight

ARSON AND THEFT OFFICE

ARSON AND THEFT SQUAD, OFFICER YAMADA

ARSON AND THEFT SQUAD, CHIEF ABE SHIKIBU

Looking at the journals, there is nothing suspicious.

But it's just odd that a fire would start from the kitchen at that hour.

I agree. Even if Kumokiri were targeting this place,

they wouldn't be able to sneak past the tight security.

Unfortunately, one of them had to be inside the mansion.

The fire broke out past 8:30.

Was anyone's whereabouts unaccounted for at that time?

Yes... just one person.

Who?

Sergeant Okada Jinnosuke.

Okada...?

The brows were thicker.

ARSON AND THEFT SQUAD, OFFICER OKADA

Let me see that.

This looks like him.

I'll show this to Sir Yamada.

Don't I get to see it?

Please take a look.

What a common face.

Posting this sketch of a common face isn't going to help at all.

In the first place, are we sure this guy is Rokunosuke?

COP, ASAKUSA-NO-MASAZO

Why are you following me?

Sir!

I wasn't tailing you.

Who gave you the order?

No one ordered me.

I was just curious.

Curious of what?

Well... of where your play money is coming from.

All the other officers are struggling financially,

but you drink a lot and have fun with women.

Is that why you found it odd?

Well, yes. That's all.

- Can you keep a secret? - Huh?

A secondhand shop?

I haven't found anything worthy today.

I look for bargain finds, and resell them high at another shop.

That's how I earn my money.

- Do you want to keep following? - No, I've had enough.

I'm going to keep walking around until I find something good.

Please go ahead and earn money.

Yae!

I have a message from the boss.

KUMOKIRI SUBCHIEF, KICHIGORO

He said to be cautious for a while.

Oyae will be in our care in the meantime.

Four of you, come at me at once.

Okada, would you like to practice with us?

No, thanks. I can't take advantage like those four.

What?

Sir Okada, what are you implying?

How dare you ask the Chief for personal lessons!

If you want to improve your fencing skills, you shouldn't bother the Chief.

I'll train you.

What big talk!

Come at me.

As stupid and useless as I may be, I won't lose to you.

- What?! - Stop!

What's this about you being stupid and useless?

Takase! Iguchi! Kimura!

Are you speaking badly of your comrades behind their backs?

Answer me!

I will not tolerate any of the sergeants, constables,

or agents speaking ill of their comrades behind their backs!

Yes, sir.

It's all right to compete, but if you're at each other's throats,

you can't fulfill your duties.

Is that clear?

Yes, sir!

I was under the wrong impression. I would like to apologize for that.

I, Okada Jinnosuke,

would also like to receive assignments like Yamada Tobei.

What do we have here?

"He is a member of the heinous gang of bandits called Kumokiri.

"A 50-ryo reward will be given for capturing him."

50-ryo!

"20-ryo will be awarded for information on his whereabouts."

Wow! 50-ryo for his capture! Now, that's a grand reward!

KUMOKIRI NIZAEMON

Is Roku able to get around?

His wounds are healing.

He insisted on visiting his mother's grave.

How are things going with Matsuya Zenbei in Nagoya?

I contacted you today, to discuss that.

I think it's time for Ochiyo to make her appearance.

Two orders, please.

Did Matsuya agree to it?

Yes. It happened yesterday.

This man is Matsuya Zenbei, a pharmacy owner in Nagoya, Owari.

He's a wealthy merchant that Kumokiri Nizaemon had been eyeing from two years ago.

Time sure flies.

I agree. Two years have passed since.

When I was surrounded by rogues in Yoshiwara and in a bad situation, you saved me.

Wanting to get to know you and thank you, I came to this place.

Oh, come to think of it, even at that time...

the false dragonhead plant was here.

Is that right?

I've become very forgetful lately.

In spite of that, I can't stay away from women.

I have two mistresses in Nagoya.

But I still haven't found the right woman.

I guess I'm sinful.

I don't think so.

You are a truly earnest man.

Am I earnest?

That's right.

You're merely looking for the woman you can love for life.

Thanks for saying that.

I didn't say it until now because it'd only sound like an excuse,

but that's exactly how I feel.

Matsuya...

there's someone who is perfect for you.

Perfect for me?

Would you be interested in meeting a young noble widow?

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, OCHIYO

I have to admit, I'm good.

Your hair's done.

You're a master at disguises.

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, OMITSU

You look like a true young noble widow.

Well done.

Boss...

Do as I told you last night. I'm counting on you.

I'm not confident this time.

But only you can pull it off.

Still...

Don't worry. I will always be there for you at all times.

Boss, I...!

After this job...

I won't use you as an inside contact again.

I am happy to hear that.

Hey, what do you want?

It's about the wanted man.

What?

Will you promise not to ask about me?

I don't know where he is, but I know a lot about him.

I want my 20-ryo today.

We can't reward a guy who won't even give out his name!

Wait. You have our word on it.

But we can't pay 20-ryo if we don't know where he is.

How much are you willing to pay?

We will pay 10-ryo.

However, if there is even an ounce of a lie to what you say,

we will behead you at once.

Tell us who you think it is.

You're going to like this.

That guy is Rokunosuke.

- That guy is Ingakozo... - He's Ingakozo Rokunosuke.

Huh? You knew?

What else?

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, ROKUNOSUKE

That's my mom's grave.

Excuse me, Miss.

Whose grave are you visiting?

Excuse me.

There!

We finally found you!

Don't run away!

Is this where you were?

You couldn't have forgotten me, Gorozo from Honjo.

Take her away!

Hey! Don't take us lightly! Get him!

Get him quickly!

After them!

Get them!

Sorry about this. Please bear with me.

We're here. Watch your steps.

There's a level change.

Sorry. I'm going to use the back room.

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, KUMAGORO

He brought trouble again.

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, OMON

I didn't want you to know where this is. Sorry.

It's all right.

Thank you for saving me.

Who are those men?

I'm... called Shinkichi.

Shinkichi...

What is your name?

Shino.

Shino?

Oshino-chan.

Were you hiding by that grave?

Or were you visiting the grave?

I was visiting my mom's grave.

Your mom? And your name... is Oshino...?

That can't be possible.

I heard my younger sister, Oshino, died at that time.

That cemetery is for the people of Jinsuke Tenements

who died in the big fire in Fukagawa 15 years ago.

Those without any families were buried there.

Yes... I know.

What is the name of your mother?

Omine.

Omine...?

Matsuya, I brought Lady Ochiyo.

Kikyoya.

This is Sir Matsuya Zenbei, whom I told you about

He's the owner of a pharmacy in Nagoya.

I'm Matsuya Zenbei.

I am Ochiyo.

I am pleased to meet you.

How beautiful!

From as young as I can remember, I was with Usuke who had a sweet sake shop.

I had thought all along that he was my dad.

That dad... after being ill for a long time... died.

Then... right before he died, Dad... told me the truth.

He said both my parents... came to Edo from Kazusa when I was a baby.

They were living in Jinsuke Tenements in Fukagawa,

but they died in a fire shortly after coming over.

Fifteen years ago... on this day...

- Please. - Certainly.

Who were those men who assaulted you?

When Dad was sick and unable to work, he had borrowed money.

So they tried to take you as the loan collateral?

Yes.

Bastards!

But they have the loan paper that Dad signed.

That loan shark is the guy I saw at the grave?

Yes.

That was Gorozo of Honjo. He has 50 henchmen.

Gorozo of Honjo.

Shinkichi, didn't you go there to visit a grave too?

Were you at Jinsuke Tenements too 15 years ago?

I...

...went to visit the grave right next to it.

My dad gave this to me.

It's the amulet I had on me when I was lost.

Shinkichi?

I feel so sorry for you... I feel so sorry for you.

That's Lord Abe.

It was helpful. Thank you...

Sure.

I'll overlook everything until now, so tell me who you are.

I'm Isuke... Iroha-no-isuke.

- So you're a thief. - Yes.

Where do you live?

In Yohei Tenements in Yokoami, Honjo.

Here's the money we promised you.

Why, this is...?

The rest depends on whether you're willing to help us or not.

Where is that woman?

She must be very exhausted. She's sound asleep.

Subchief, Oshino must be my younger sister.

I want to get Gorozo of Honjo and relieve her.

Subchief!

Even with that girl, we're losing out on collections.

Yes, indeed.

Did you say "indeed"? Idiot!

Go and make collections!

It appears that Oshino is telling the truth.

Is there a sudden change in arrangement?

No... not in particular.

How about we go for a drink then?

No... I still have work to do.

I see.

Kichigoro, what do you think?

I don't like it for some reason.

Does it sound too well-made?!

Yes.

Even their encounter on the anniversary day?

The amulet, the anniversary, and the sweet sake shop owner Usuke.

They seem too coincidental.

This is merely my instinct and I feel bad towards Rokunosuke

Kichigoro, I'll leave this matter to you.

Ochiyo, when are you meeting with Matsuya Zenbei next?

After the 3rd.

He's taken a complete liking to her. All he talks about is her.

I have preparations to make.

The poor girl... must be completely exhausted.

She should be. She was on the run for three days.

What did the subchief say?

He said to wait a bit more.

He has his own thoughts.

- Will you calm down? - I can't wait anymore!

What can you do alone!?

Obey the subchief's order and wait.

Doesn't the subchief have... any human compassion?!

Roku!

Hey, Roku!

Sir Okada.

Where is Rokunosuke?

He stepped out.

What about Roku?

Did something happen?

There's something odd going on.

Do you know Iroha-no-Isuke under Akatsuki Seiemon?

What about him?

He came to sell you in to the Arson and Theft Squad

The Chief rewarded him in person, so he must've had very juicy information.

Be careful of Isuke, who lives at Yohei Tenements in Yokoami, Honjo.

Isuke...?

Is he your childhood friend?

Was he at Jinsuke Tenements?

Hey!

She was a police spy!

Damn!

Stop!

Stop!

You no good...!

How dare you mess with my feelings!?

How dirty!

Lord...

Is she from Abe Shikibu's mansion?

Damn! Damn!

Damn!

It's too quiet, Kichigoro.

There's obviously a large group hiding out there.

Your intuitive work is amazing.

So Abe Shikibu was planning to trap us.

But we can't go back like this.

Who knows what that reckless guy will do?

Boss!

Roku!

Bastard!

How dare you sell my past and mess with me!?

Wait... aren't we childhood friends?

I won't forgive you!

Sir, it's getting light.

Sir!

I've got bad news!

GIVE HER A WARM BURIAL. KUMO.

Damn!

KUMO

Kumokiri Nizaemon...

I'll get you for sure.

Boss. Matsuya Zenbei is returning to Nagoya.

He insists on taking me to Nagoya.

I see.

We're finally going to Nagoya?

Kichigoro, this is going to be our biggest job.

Contact the members that are scattered across the country.

Will do.

Early that month...

the Kumokiri gang in Edo departed separately to Nagoya along the Tokaido main road.

Have some of this.

TO BE CONTINUED

Kumokiri Nizaemon has disappeared from Edo.

He might be planning another robbery along the main road.

I've decided to marry her.

Ochiyo!

Seven storehouses?

I doubt he has it hidden in the storehouses.

I found Ingakozo Rokunosuke!

Rokunosuke? Is that true?

Stop!

Abe Shikibu might realize it.