Event Year: 2006

Shuurei is kidnapped by forces who may or may not be working against the Emperor's interests.

Shuurei meets Ryuuren Ran, the eccentric brother of the General of the Shaorin Army.

After participating in a swordfighting tournament, Ryuuki discovers his exiled brother Seien is closer at hand than he previously believed.

Ryuuki averts an attempt to assassinate Shuurei by drinking the poison intended for her.