Tenshoin sorrowfully accepts Ikushima’s departure which marked the end to their tight partnership. The shogunate prepares for a steamship voyage to the U.S., while Iemochi and Tenshoin meet a crewman Rintaro Katsu who leaves a strong impression on Tenshoin. Tenshoin faces Ii to confirm his intention of the cruel treatment of the dissidents; however, she is moved by his firm determination to save the country and decides to exchanges their thoughts more often. She soon hears the news of his assassination.
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