Keiki, Enki and King En conspire to prove Taiki correct, causing great relief. In the present, in Japan, Yuka is convinced the strange young man belongs in the 12 kingdoms.
Show: The Twelve Kingdoms
Nakajima Youko is your average somewhat timid high school student. One day, a strange man named Keiki appears before her, swearing allegiance. Before she could properly register what was happening, demon-like creatures attack Youko and her friends, after which they are pulled into a different world. A world unlike what she has ever known. Separated from Keiki, Youko and her friends must do whatever they can if they wish to survive in this new world.
Sea of the Wind, Shore of the Labyrinth – Chapter Five
Taiki tames his first demon – one of the most dangerous in the 12 kingdoms – and chooses the king of Tai, but not in accordance to the will of the heavens.
Sea of the Wind, Shore of the Labyrinth – Chapter Four
Taiki's first attempt to find the ruler of Tai from among those assembled at the solstice fails – although he does meet two particular people, one of whom he likes, the other of whom scares him.
Sea of the Wind, Shore of the Labyrinth – Chapter Three
Keiki and Taiki meet at Lady Gyokuyou's suggestion, and although their first meeting does not go well, they soon become friends and learn from each other.