Episode 23 Episode 23

Many months have now passed since Sakomoto's death and the revolution continues to move forward. Izumi however, remains at the dojo and seems to have given up on life. That is until he is reminded of his promise to duel with Okita. Having found a reason to start journeying again Izumi heads off in search of the swordsman. Unbeknownst to Izumi Okita has been gravely ill for sometime and is currently all but bed bound. Yet strangely when Izumi appears at Okita's home the young swordsman finds the strength not only to stand but to draw his sword once more.