Following Aoi locating the Mermaid Scale Raiju takes an even greater interest in her. Aoi begins researching Ocean Treasure recipes served at previous ceremonies. Oryo arrives at Orio-ya as a guest and immediately clashes with Nene. Ranmaru leaves Orio-ya for an important task. Toad Ayakashi cause trouble by demanding to stay at Orio-ya in exchange for the last item, Hourai's Gem Branch. Their leader, a wealthy merchant called Yukichi, becomes angry at Nene, until Oryo steps in and resolves the situation...