A group of characters embark on a covert mission to Shou Sai's sister's home in Koren, where they stumble upon two mysterious letters left behind.
1. There's a Different Side to Every Good Story
Aired: Apr 8, 2006A mysterious benefactor offers Kou Shurei a life-changing opportunity, promis...
2. The Frog in the Well Knows Not the Great Ocean
Aired: Apr 15, 2006King Shi Ryuuki's mysterious nature is brought to light as Shuurei delves dee...
3. The Hawk with Talent Hides Its Talons
Aired: Apr 22, 2006A month of intense learning awaits Shuurei and King Shi Ryuuki as they stay i...
4. Casting Pearls Before a Swine
Aired: Apr 29, 2006Shuurei is stunned to uncover Ryuuki's true identity, revealing a shocking tr...
5. A Genius Can't Be a Genius Without Effort
Aired: May 6, 2006Shocking discoveries unfold in the palace as Mysterious disappearances of Shu...
6. Lacking the Finishing Touch
Aired: May 13, 2006A kidnapping shatters Shuurei's world, setting off a frantic rescue mission a...
7. Those That Swim Well Drown Even the Strongest Swimmer Can Drown
Aired: May 20, 2006The King solemnly vows to obtain the antidote for Shuurei, who remains critic...
8. Wanting to Borrow a Cat's Paws
Aired: May 27, 2006A daring plan unfolds, potentially revolutionizing Shuurei's aspirations, but...
9. A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step
Aired: Jun 3, 2006Shuurei focuses on her new position in the Finance Department, using a male d...
10. Fine Weather Comes to Those Who Wait
Aired: Jun 10, 2006Ryuuki's evening plans with Shuurei are derailed when a bandit attack forces ...
11. There Is No Cure for Lovesickness
Aired: Jun 17, 2006A sudden illness strikes Shuurei, unleashing a torrent of vivid memories, sur...
12. Discretion Is the Better Part of Valour
Aired: Jun 24, 2006The aptitude test results are in, clearing the way for Shuurei to take a cruc...
13. From a Gourd Comes a Horse
Aired: Jul 1, 2006Shuurei and her companions take refuge in a brothel, only to be caught off gu...
Aired: Jul 8, 2006Shuurei and Eigetsu embark on their official careers, with Instructor Ro guid...
15. Children Know Not Their Parents' Hearts
Aired: Jul 15, 2006As Shuurei and Eigetsu push themselves to new heights, Kouyuu grapples with t...
16. There Are No Demons in This World
Aired: Jul 22, 2006As Shuurei and Eigetsu strive to establish their reputation, they face relent...
17. Poking a Bush Draws Out a Snake
Aired: Aug 26, 2006Kou Reishin's integrity is put to the test as he faces allegations of academi...
18. Don't Cover Your Head and Leave Your Bottom Exposed
Aired: Sep 2, 2006The next episode explores a court investigation, examining Shuurei's supposed...
19. If You Love Your Child, Let Them Go on a Journey
Aired: Sep 9, 2006New officials assume their positions in the Royal Court, triggering a stir am...
20. Flowers Blooming from Dead Wood
Aired: Sep 16, 2006Seiran delves into his troubled past, reliving the events that forced his exi...
21. The Wise Man Does Not Court Danger
Aired: Sep 23, 2006A trio of investigators, including Shuurei, Eigetsu, and Ryuuren Ran, dive in...
22. While There's Life, There's Hope
Aired: Sep 30, 2006Five friends, including Shuurei, Eigetsu, Kourin, Ensei, and Seiran, embark o...
23. It's the Company That Makes Travel Unpleasant
Aired: Oct 7, 2006Shuurei, lost and alone at the border, embarks on a perilous journey to Kinka...
Aired: Oct 14, 2006Ensei and Seiran make a daring prison break with Kokujun's assistance, just a...
Aired: Oct 21, 2006The upcoming episode introduces a surprise twist as Shuurei learns about the ...
Aired: Oct 28, 2006A stunning revelation about Lin Senya sends Shuurei reeling, abandoned in Chr...
27. The Prettier the Flower, the Higher the Branch
Aired: Nov 17, 2006Shuurei, exhausted and overwhelmed, struggles to come to terms with her emoti...
28. The Fear Is Worse Than the Danger Itself
Aired: Nov 24, 2006Shuurei and Eigetsu face a challenging situation in their new positions, with...
29. Many Years' Worth of Thoughts in a Single Day
Aired: Dec 8, 2006Shuurei and her companions rush to lift the siege on Koren, while the Emperor...
Aired: Dec 15, 2006A group of characters embark on a covert mission to Shou Sai's sister's home ...
Aired: Dec 22, 2006Shuurei departs to meet Sakujun, accepting an invitation to stay at the Sa ma...
32. A Woman's Word Is Her Bond
Aired: Jan 5, 2007Shuurei enters the Sa stronghold, seeking Kokujun and Eiki, with Shourin by h...
33. Water Can't Be Returned to the Basin
Aired: Jan 12, 2007A pivotal selection ceremony takes place as the Sa clan elects its new leader...
34. Poison Gets the Better of Poison
Aired: Jan 19, 2007Shuurei and Shunki venture into the underground to track down Kokujun, who is...
35. Meeting Is the Beginning of Parting
Aired: Jan 26, 2007A dark conspiracy emerges as Seiran's game with Sakujun takes an unexpected t...
Aired: Feb 2, 2007Shuurei and Eigetsu assume their roles as co-governors of Sa Province, markin...
37. Tears Fall Like Rain from Heaven
Aired: Feb 9, 2007A cherished friend's surprise visit brings comfort and solace to Shuurei, who...
38. There Is No Today After Today
Aired: Feb 16, 2007Shuurei and Seiran attend a grand celebration at the Imperial Palace in Kou p...
39. Fate Is an Inscrutable and Interesting Thing
Aired: Feb 23, 2007A bittersweet reunion awaits Ryuuki and Shuurei in the capital, as they face ...
