 To ward off political upheaval, Ensei leaves to determine the new Emperor's political personality and to request a new governor to replace him.On his journey, he is targeted by thieves and assassins because of the high bounty placed on his head by the Sa family.After Shūrei's term as governor of Sa province is suspended, Ensei continues to help her out because he admires her, though he does not intend to let Shūrei know about his feelings towards her.