In the Imperial Palace, Kaku reports to Chöjö that she should continue the construction, despite the protest from the workers. Chöjö was also upset that Enshö did not dispatch any soldiers to her, demanded that she be strip off her rank and summon her to the palace. Meanwhile Chinkyü notice Chouryou had been drinking; the latter was troubled about taxing and taking prisoners as workers. Kaku understands the feeling but finds it difficult to accept it and follow Chöjö's orders...