The doctor faces a dilemma and struggles with his prognosis. The friendship and professional input of two others help him make a decision. In the meantime, Saki is confronted with the reality of a marriage proposal and has to come to grips with being unable to be a nurse for Minakata. The rogue samurai disappears after taking a tumble and he is feared dead. Finally, the clan lord is unhappy with the fate of his pending marriage.
—aghaemi