Suzu escapes to Sai, and is made welcome. For her own protection, Shoukei is exiled to Kyou. Youko takes control – but her decisions may not be the best or wisest.
Season: 1
A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn – Chapter Three
Suzu dreams of Youko welcoming her as a sister. Shoukei's status is discovered and her life threatened – as is Youko's when one of her officials apparently betrays her.
A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn – Chapter One
The kaikyaku Suzu has lived as a slave to the harsh Lady Riyou for 100 years. After her father, the cruel King of Hou, is executed, Shoukei loses her immortality and is cast out. Youko prepares for her coronation.
Sea of the Wind, Shore of the Labyrinth – Correspondence Chapter
Rakushun and Youko correspond: Rakushun is doing very well, and Youko is coping, although finding the complexities of the royal court confusing. The date is set for the coronation.