Shūrei, Eigetsu, Seiran, Ensei, and Shō Sai head for Koren after hearing of the blockade occurring in Koren. Shortly after their departure the Emperor, Shūei, and Kōyū make it near Kinka. Emperor Ryūki and his comrades come to the assistance of Seiran and Ensei in order for them to pass the blockade in Koren. Shūrei prepares herself for Sakujun's confrontation.