The seconds passed full of tension. We have less time to sleep. Taira no Kagetaka and Fujiwara Kaneto came down on their own to prepare. The training is getting harder. Tactics matured. In the evening of the third night, I asked permission to go to sea. There was a problem that I have to solve. The Iki rulers agreed with my plan and blessed my efforts.
At noon, an agile little boat led us through the sea, sailing toward the middle of the sea to the north. Two samurai and fishermen who are experts in driving the boat accompanied us. To disguise our departure, we wear fisherman's clothes. That noble girl insisted on coming even though I had tried hard to hold it.
The last two days Megumi never separated from my side. Her job as a guide for women was completed when the residents
