Seinoshin-sama.
This is from mother.
I'll put some tea on.
Don't lie to me, Yaichi.
Mother would never do such a thing for me.
It's not like the Saegusa family wished for me to come here.
Stupid son! Stay outside and calm down!
Heiza.
Seinoshin-sama continues to grow in intelligence.
He's sure to be an excellent heir.
The Saegusa family is set, huh?
The quicker his mother approves of him, the better.
Now that you mention it...
I happened to see Seinoshin today, but he looked depressed.
Seinoshin was told that the scars from his burns are repulsive.
His mother said that?
She said it in front of him.
So, he fell into a deep depression.
He is alienated from the family because of the scars on his back.
What a disgusting bitch.
Heiza!
And what did his father say?
"Cast him away."
Seinoshin-sama.
Mother has not been feeling well...
...which makes her slightly irritable.
Her behavior has nothing to do with your scar.
Mother appreciates beauty.
Seinoshin-sama.
Come this way.
Look over here.
Its elegant beauty is captivating.
Please have self-confidence.
Self-confidence?
Don't you think your scar is the same shape as this maple leaf?
Seinoshin.
Are you still feeling down?
I'll keep you company.
Okay.
Yaichi!
Yes?
We must prepare a party.
The madam is pregnant.
If, as you say, they hired a ronin...
...then we can hire one as well.
Even they should be unable to act recklessly.
We can hire a bodyguard.
Just for show.
Just for Show
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Yoshinoya
Please wait.
"It's fine if you don't come anymore."
What is the meaning of that?
Like I said, from today, I no longer require a bodyguard.
It's only been two days since we met at the employment agency.
A bodyguard is already unnecessary?
No, I've already found someone else.
Please tell me why.
You're completely unreliable.
What should I do with the tofu for the ronin-san?
It looks like he was let go from a job again.
Should we bring something for him?
But, doesn't he hate it when people get close to him?
Forget about that. You know the idiot son of the merchant who has the general store?
I haven't seen him around lately.
Oh? Really?
I have nothing to eat.
I have to find a job.
Employment Office
There's nothing for a bodyguard.
Not even one job?
If you mean a temp job, there are lots of those, but...
I am a samurai.
I've told you that I could never take that sort of job.
Akitsu-sama. If you continue to be fussy like this, you'll never make enough to pay for your rice.
Unreliable, huh..
What a stunning woman.
I can't believe I got scared of yakuza and ran...
Those dumplings looked scrumptious.
Even rocks would seem delicious to someone starving half to death.
S o b a
U d o n
Udon
Is it really okay for you treat me to this?
Help yourself.
Why did you become a ronin? Did you lose your fiefdom?
No, my feudal lord told me to take leave...
Sad faces don't suit Edo.
You shouldn't brood over it.
I am Yaichi. And you are?
Akitsu Masanosuke.
I reached out to you because I have a favor to ask of you.
Favor?
I am currently looking for a bodyguard.
For what purpose?
My protection.
I am currently in a bit of trouble.
So I believe that it's necessary to hire a bodyguard.
Watch where you're going!
M-My bad.
What the hell is "my bad"?
Arrogant bastard, aren't you?
I am not...
This guy is such a pussy.
All talk and no action huh?
Are those two swords just for decoration?
Well, it's true that he did bump into you.
This guy aims high, so he is always looking up.
He can't see ronins that are clearly below him.
What?
You, get over here.
I don't have any business with you.
But we have some with you.
What is he on about?
"Clearly below" - that is an insult to a samurai.
I'd be happy to get a drink with you folks,
but I'll have to pass on the bullshit fight.
I want to take it easy today.
Yaichi-dono!
Err..
If it is not a bother, could you tell me...
...what is this dispute about?
Are you frightened?
That is not it, but is it that you have woman trouble?
No, but you know,
it's not like I'm forcing you to be here.
What will you do?
Once I take up a job, I will complete it.
Ume.
See you later.
Yup.
You have been treating me all day.
Don't worry.
Now then, just stick around for a bit longer.
What are we doing in a place like this?
We're meeting the people involved in the trouble I spoke of.
Just take a stance behind me
and look menacing.
It will end quickly.
So you're Five Leaves, huh?
His bodyguards aren't there. Watch your back.
It is dangerous to be in front.
He's so strong!
Bitch, I'll remember this!
I did not wound them severely.
I'm surprised. You're quite strong.
I can't see why you were fired.
Please stop that. It's embarrassing.
I- I...
I don't like getting attention. People's eyes..
So the problem is your personality.
So you didn't come through on your promise?
Dirty bastard.
I'm so sorry.
I couldn't help myself.
I have money...
Please return my son!
He's my important successor!
You didn't want to pay up, and even hired a bodyguard,
and you say he is an "important successor"?
Well, we also have our own rules.
We will return your idiot son soon enough.
Let's go.
What is in that package?
It's a ransom.
We kidnapped the son of a wealthy merchant.
That's his ransom money.
I have to give you your reward.
Then... are you saying you are the villain?
I make a living off of being a kidnapper.
I'm a thief.
I like you.
You will join us.
You have already taken up this job.
A samurai does not go back on his word, right?
What should I do?
Excuse me.
It's the woman from the tea shop yesterday...
Ichi-san is calling.
Then, are you also a member?
I don't remember joining you people.
What are you talking about?
You took the money.
You already used it right?
Jeez.
Why? You mean you haven't touched the money?
Here, have some rice and pickled vegetables.
This guy's with us.
His name's Umezou.
Welcome.
Shall we go upstairs?
Gotta borrow the area upstairs.
Make sure you keep quiet.
We have to be quiet because Ume's daughter is sleeping.
Well, sit down.
You took the money.
Are you planning to become one of us?
No.
Then you're a nuisance.
Just kidding.
Well, I only hired a bodyguard for show anyway.
I planned to get someone gutless and who seemed like a nice guy.
Just when I thought such a ronin couldn't exist
I found you.
Anyway, stay a while.
I called you here today so we could drink and relax.
Sake
How long are you planning to sleep?
Wake the hell up.
So I ended up falling asleep.
Sorry that daddy's so loud.
It looks like Ichi-san went home last night.
So he had such a fine daughter.
You can't handle your alcohol?
Pretty much.
So, you're not going to join Five Leaves?
Ah, you know about that?
Yeah.
I am the reason it started after all.
No work again...
Employment Office
I heard from the shopkeeper's daughter.
She was being abused at her workplace by the owner's son.
The shopkeeper then threatened the owner's son.
You stopped him, and suggested a kidnapping.
That was how it all started.
We got the money, and got revenge as well.
Since then, sometimes you kidnap people
from problematic households, she said.
A chivalrous thief, eh?
I don't think I am doing good at all.
Are you really intent on being a samurai?
It would be a lot more fun if you forgot all that and became a merchant.
I... have a problem with my personality.
After fixing that here in Edo, I would like to resume my duties.
You might think it is pointless.
I only want to live without worries.
I'm not about to judge anyone else.
That carefree side of yours...
...is something I kind of admire.
I sent the money to my family.
My younger brother has acquired a debt, so...
...we were both summoned.
But if he gets dismissed as well, our house will have no future.
How uninteresting...
What?
Why did you decide to confide in me?
If you need the money, how about we work together for a while?
You should think about this.
You have all the time in the world.
That's it.
That composure.
I would like to smile like that.
You know, if you try to...
...you can smile as much as you want.
To be continued...
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Yaichi here.
While I do at least try to act cool
As I thought, winter in Edo is chilly.
It is a secret, but long underpants and stomachbands are a necessity.
Also, no matter what, the warmth of Ume's shop is needed too.
Well then, next time...
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