After the events of Episode 32, Ran Shuuei is ready to leave the capital as he returns to the place of origins, the Ran province. However, the investigative department is not ready to let him go so easily, not when there is a link between the Ran clan and Shun. On the chasing pack of Ran Shuuei is Ryuuki, who decides to chase after Shuuei in order to get him back from the Ran clan.
Who will be with Ryuuki when he tries to get back Shuuei?
Screenshots for this episode: http://www.sendspace.com/file/cez30t
Episode summary
All the guards at the gate are completely drunk as Shuuei secures a safe passage through to Ran province with the help of Shuurei. Seiga arrives shortly after Shuuei leaves, and she says that she does not know anything about Shuuei’s escape. Seiga says it’s ok if she acts ignorance as a warrant is sent out to all gates leading to Ran clan. However, Seiga is impressed how Shuurei is able to release Shuuei, which is why Kouki considers her an equal to him. Seiga eventually taunts her, and tells her to catch up with him in his ability. She says she is not interested to catch up with her.
Ryuuki informed everyone that he is going to the Ran clan, but Riou questions the validity of his trip. Riou asks whether the trip is carried out as an emperor or as Shi Ryuuki. Riou says if the emperor is confused, his officers are also confused. However, Riou agrees that it is good for Ryuuki to think about things. The wedding officer then questions Ryuuki about Jyuusan Hime and his marriage, but Ryuuki decides quickly to bring Jyuusan Hime as it is a way to “improve their communication”. The other three clearly realizes that Ryuuki is escaping the issue. The wedding officer assumes that it is a honeymoon, and warns him not to go to the “Jiuzaigo” as it is inauspicious. Ouki also asks about the security of Ryuuki, but Shou Taishi proposes to allow “Black Wolf” to protect Ryuuki.
Koku daishogun is looking for Sun Sousho, and kicks the locked door open to find Sun lying down reading a book. Sun knows that Koku is coming due to Shuuei, and he says he will arrange for the appropriate personnel to take over duties. As Koku continues to stare at him, Sun asks what he is doing. Koku says he is transferring his feeling telepathically through his eyes. Sun says he cannot see anything from Koku’s nondescript face. Shuurei and Suou Shin are trying to eavesdrop, but is caught by Sun. Shuurei points out that the “missing” Sun is here, but Sun denies he is Sun. When Shuurei tries to challenge him, he throws a sweet into Shuurei’s mouth before Koku carries her off, warning her to forget about today. When Shuurei asks about Sun, Koku says that Sun is a remarkable man.
Kouki questions Shuurei over the visit to Sun, and tells her that if she talks about Sun lying about his “missing”, he will sack her from her job. Kouki tells her that the case is closed for her, and says that he does not work to save “pride”. Shuurei says that Kouki will be cool if he tries to save face…maybe. Shuurei says she is giving up on the case, but wants to go to Ran clan. However, the previous governor of Ran clan is Sun, and it’s clear Shuurei will investigate. Shuurei pleas Kouki, and he finally relents and allows Shuurei to investigate.
Shuurei talks to Suou Shin, and he agrees to join with Shuurei. Suou Shin’s mother returns to his father lately, and Suou Shin can trust the two to get along. Suou Shin asks about whether Seiran will be going with them, but Shuurei says it’s better for Seiran to stay. Seiran finds Ensei “studying”, and commands him to protect Shuurei. Ensei asks why Seiran is not going along, and Seiran tells Ensei that he has his role at the capital (to protect Yuushun). Ensei asks how he is going to study, but Seiran commands him to go and leaves.
Shouka is thinking about his trip to the Ran clan, and wonders how to tell Seiran and Shuurei. Ryuuki comes to Shouka, asking Shouka to join him. Shouka thought his secret is out, but Ryuuki says that he wishes for Shouka’s accompany in the trip, and a “mysterious guard” will protect them. Shouka, in his mind, knows that the mysterious guard is him. Ryuuki promises to protect Shouka if it requires, and Shouka says he will be more useful. Shouka thinks about the current situation, since he is no longer shadowing but openly following. Anjun comes to talk to Shuurei, and Shuurei is looking at the nobles in Ran clan. Shuurei tries to ask Anjun for help by giving an innocent wide smile, but Anjun refuses.
Anjun also reveals that Kouki is the only survivor in his clan, and there is a history of the previous king exterminating entire noble clans. Ouki, the boss of Anjun, is the one who takes charge of these remnant clan members. When asked how Ouki is like, Anjun simply says that Ouki has the aura of a true noble. Sun and Ouki are chatting about life, and Sun says his life philosophy is that he lives for the present. Sun asks about Ouki’s wish, and Sun says his wish is that Ouki will be king. Ouki says that he wants to sit in the throne, and Sun says he will do whatever he can to support him. Back to Anjun, he warns Shuurei not to be attracted by random people. Suou Shin is surprised that Shuurei can be tempted, and says that it might be good for Shuurei to have someone to care and share her thoughts. Shuurei says she is going to find Jyuusan Hime.
Jyuusan Hime rushes in to Ryuuki after hearing that Ryuuki is bringing her for a honeymoon trip. She hears it from Shou Taishi, and Ryuuki knows he is spreading stupid information again. Jyuusan Hime asks if Ryuuki has any plans to get Shuuei back, and Ryuuki says he will convince Shuuei with love. Jyuusan Hime tells him not to push too hard, and starts thinking that it might be worse if there is only agony when two stays together. Shuurei realizes that Jyuusan Hime is with Ryuuki and Jyuusan Hime says that the best thing is to care for the person you love. Jyuusan Hime starts to blush for saying such embarrassing things, and asks if Ryuuki is lonely. Jyuusan Hime says she will keep Ryuuki company. In front of the promised tree, Shuurei realizes that Ryuuki might not be lonely anymore in the night, and she says that it’s good even though her tone betrays her.
Thoughts
One of the key events seem to be revealing Ouki as the mastermind behind all the events in the recent few episodes, from the salt and picture incident, to the assassination of Jyuusan Hime. He admits in his chat with Sun that he wishes to sit in the throne and it is very highly likely that only a person who has a vendetta against the king (he picks up all the clan members whose clan is exterminated by the previous king). I am very surprised how they are hinting quite blatantly that Ouki might be the one behind this. They never did state explicitly about that, but it’s simply a conversation between friends.
This episode definitely returns more to the comedy side of things after some rather serious episodes lately (I am still haunted by the scary Shouka the last episode). One of the key jokes in my opinion is how the “Black Wolf aka Shouka” is asked to protect Ryuuki. Shouka is definitely surprised when Ryuuki looks for him to accompany and goes proudly that “there will be a mysterious person protecting them”. I thought that it is classic when Shouka says in his mind “it is me!”.
Seiran is also commanding in his treatment of Ensei. Sometimes, I wonder if Ensei and Seiran are in a master-slave relationship, only that the slave is somewhat nonchalant over the commands of his master. Despite the fact that Ensei really needs to study, Seiran totally does not care anything about his arguments and tell him to follow Shuurei. In a way, it can also show that Seiran fully trusts Ensei’s ability to protect Shuurei, and I think he is the only person Seiran will trust when it comes to Shuurei. It’s a clear vindication of the trust between the two, despite the sometimes horrid friendship conversations.
Shuurei also literally batters Kouki into submission with her continual insistence to deal with the investigation. I honestly laugh big time when the inflappable Kouki can be coerced of sorts to a decision, considering how harsh and mean he is generally. It definitely shows quite a bit about Shuurei when she is so persistent at getting things her way. The last key event must be the ending. It is apparent that despite the nice words that are said about Shuurei, it is probably the first time that she feels lonely and alone. The way she mentions about Ryuuki’s loneliness being alleviated by Jyuusan Hime seems to indicate a feel of wistfulness, as though she is somewhat lonely in her selfish pursuit of power.
In a brief discussion with my girlfriend on this situation, she hits it at the right spot.
Thirteen Sugars : jyuusan hime took her place?
Thirteen Sugars : OH OH right right
Thirteen Sugars : I don’t think it’s left out
Impz : now, jyuusan hime assumingly took her place (cos she heard that jyuusan hime promised to accompany ryuuki)
Thirteen Sugars : but more jealousy over the fact that Ryuuki is with someone shuurei wanted him to be with
Thirteen Sugars : and realizing that it wasn’t really a happy wish on shuurei’s behalf
Impz : ya, it’s not happy wishes
Thirteen Sugars : I do have to say I’m quite pleased
Thirteen Sugars : cause then now shuurei gets a taste of being alone and lonely at least in the terms of love
Impz : hhahaha, u are so mean
Thirteen Sugars : ’cause she always sounded so certain that she doesn’t need such things in her life -_-
Thirteen Sugars : that part of her always seemed selfish to me, not wanting to share something someone is literally begging for
What do you think?
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53 Comments
Gypse-Chan,
Try the 12 Kingdoms, it is a really good anime for the political intrigue. And it is by far one of the most unique anime stories I’ve seen so far. The author did an excellent job of creating a totally unique, new, yet beliveable world. I loved it so much I had to buy it.
As for the Ensie/Serian relationship…I don’t remember reading that Ensie knew Serian is Prince Sein, He called him the Little whirlwind. But it wouldn’t surprise me if Ensie figured it out…(because he is soooooo cooooolllll like that, always watching people). Ensie…Now he is my fangirl fix, although I do have to admit that there is something about Dark Serian I get a kick out of too! LOL Actually, now that I think about, Ensie could have learned from Sakajun, for the first time, who Serian is because Sakajun in front of Shurrie and Ensie, asked him what he should call him “Little Whirlwind or Your Highness? And it was Shurrie who snapped Serian back into his self by offering to make him their “Special Tea”. Which also let Sakajun know who her special someone was.
So Yes Gypse-Chan, I think after reviewing…Your right about Serian/Ensie relationship. If Ensie didn’t know before, he knows know.
What gets me, is that Shurrie never made the connection of Serain/Sein after Sakajun referred to him as Your Highness. I think she doesn’t want to know because then that means that Serian might one day be taken away from her and out of reach if he really is Prince Sein, the one people want on the throne.
I think I once read the reason why she doesn’t regret never being a wife: She can’t have children. At least the latest novel contains that bit of information. But there was something about her body changing too… well, as long as we don’t have the full translation we won’t know for certain I guess.
Thanks heaps for the summary.. was able to clear all the missing points I had.
Kouki and Shuurei part was surprisingly funny and cute. About Juusan-hime x Ryuuki.. hope they won’t fall for each other during their visit to Ran province.
I also feel sorry for Shuurei though like everyone says, I’m also happy that she realized how lonely she can be without a proper relationship. So hope things will improve between her n Ryuuki in future.
About Seiran and Ensei, yep.. I too love that pair.. their moments are always interesting and funny. And about the way Seiran ‘commands’ Ensei, it must be his royal blood.. XD apart from that I think they’re more like inseparable soul friends.
@SEAMaiden: thanks for the info about Jiuzaigo. Was clueless what it was all about.
Seiran x Shuurei pairing.. I think that is more likely to happen if ever Ryuuki were to change his mind about Shuurei.. or vice versa. Also Shuurei has already declared Seiran as he’s her #2 special person (#1 being her father) in the sakujun’s arc, so yep, Seiran has more chances and he’d definitely wait for her even if it takes an eon.. though.. I still wish Shuurei would end up with Ryuuki.