Episode Title:
Anecdote of an Underhanded Scandal.
Episode Description:
Magozo fires at smoke bombs in order to make his escape. Yojiro departs before Benimaru and Kobako can properly thank him for saving Kakunojo. On the next day, while the troupe give their first performance of when Hario is introduced, Yojiro tells Sotetsu that the troupe are rather stiff with their delivery. At night, Benimaru delivers a letter to Yojiro, requesting him to see Katsu, who is unsure whether or not the earthquake is a good sign during a time of political negotiations. After hearing about the second performance concerning Hario's involvement in the Ansei Purges, Jubei plans to stop the troupe from going any further. On the following day, the troupe prepare for their third performance, where they reveal the scene when Hario was sniped. Yojiro finds Magozo above stage, but Magozo uses a revolver to defend himself and escape backstage. Before Magozo can reach Kakunojo and get a clear shot, the police show up to interrupt the performance. However, as Magozo recklessly charges at Kakunojo, Yojiro stabs Magozo through the chest. When Magozo attempts to fire at smoke bombs that he planted on the ceiling, Kanna ricochets the shot with his own bullet.
