Akha had lost his master five years ago. Inconclusive until to this day, the arson that occurred in the Kobuke Estate remains shrouded in mystery. In his return, Akha was left to blame. Dishonored, masterless, and hunted by Issu, Akha imposes himself into exile to the far south of Icathia, lost in memory and in time.
But the plans that churn in Issu are far from over, and with the Kinu decreasing in numbers throughout the years, many are deemed indispensable. Tomoga Akane, a strategist of the capital, offers to restore his previous honor to serve Ogana, and in return, he must return a favor that only she holds.
Following the events after the Battle of Katen’s Valley. Shadows of hidden schemes are brought to light. A new mystery beckons and an old familial conflict resurfaces, a conflict
