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- Sounds too convenient? - Yes.

Abe Shikibu had captured Ingakozo Rokunosuke,

but the Kumokiri gang stole him back.

In an attempt to capture him again, they devised a plan.

But again, they were outsmarted.

Their frantic quest did not bear fruit.

So Abe Shikibu was planning to entrap us.

KUMOKIRI NIZAEMON

Episode 4: A New Heist

As a precautionary measure to prevent the Kumokiri gang from fleeing Edo,

the chief has requested that Road Magistrate Sakakibara,

as well as the daimyo along the Tokaido, Nakasendo, Nikko, and Oshu main roads,

to tighten their security on travelers.

Listen. On the pride of the Arson and Theft Squad,

we must find leads on them. And this doesn't mean just in Edo..

Yes, sir!

By then, the Kumokiri gang had already left Edo.

Hey, what are you doing there?

Did you swim across the river?

You must be joking. It's not possible to swim across Oi River.

The wind blew this amulet into the river, so I went in to retrieve it.

- Where's your traveling pass? - Hold on. Here it is.

You may go.

OK. Thank you.

Hey!

Thank you.

Hey, wait!

Stop!

Stop!

- Stop! - Stop!

So his wanted poster has been circulated to here.

Rokunosuke was pursued by officers by Oi River.

Abe Shikibu works fast.

Maybe we shouldn't have brought him along.

We should be arriving in Okazaki Town shortly.

Ochiyo should've arrived at Matsu-ya.

Isn't the inside man Yamaneko-no-Sanji?

Yes.

I included him because he's good at making key molds, and he runs fast.

But he's insensitive.

This is the prominent pharmacy of Matsuya Zenbei's in Nagoya.

I had you all gather today to introduce Lady Ochiyo to you.

This is the fourth day since I came from Edo with her.

I'm sure you all know what kind of person she is by now.

I've decided to marry her.

If you have any objections, please say it now.

Hikoshichi, do you have anything to say?

Master, I'm a businessman, so I can judge people well.

She's beautiful and kind.

I have no objections to it. Master, congratulations!

Congratulations!

Thank you.

I don't know anything about business, so please bear with me.

Please be good to us.

- This is great news! - Indeed!

- Be more gentle. - Yes.

Are they all the employees that you have?

No. Some are away in Mino and Shinshu for collections.

- Hikoshichi! - Yes!

Who's out traveling now?

Actually, there are six of them.

Inosuke, Bunkichi, Shichibei, Matsukichi, Ushinosuke, and Sanjiro.

It's as you've heard.

Be more gentle.

ARSON AND THEFT OFFICE

Chief! We received word from Shimada Town.

A man who appeared to be Ingakozo Rokunosuke crossed Oi River.

They're not certain that it was Rokunosuke, though.

It probably was him.

Did they send him out of Edo because his face is known?

No. Kumokiri Nizaemon may have left Edo to plot a new heist.

That's true.

They may be targeting a store in Nagoya, Kyoto, or Osaka.

The question is, where are they planning to hit?

Hey, it's this way!

Out of the way!

- Here you go. - Thanks.

Are you all right?

I'll call a doctor for you.

Someone, help! A man collapsed!

Master, I have just returned from Mino.

Please verify the amount.

You found a man collapsed on the road?

Yes. I couldn't ignore him.

We have a reputation. We can't be unmerciful.

- Check on how he is. - I'm sorry about this.

Ochiyo!

You've disturbed Ochiyo with all that noise!

Ochiyo?

While you were away, the master decided to marry her.

I see. I'm Sanjiro.

Go on.

Jihei?

Why, it's Jihei!

Do you know him?

Young Missus?

Jihei...

Master, this is a surprise.

Is he someone you know? How do you know him?

What a surprise indeed.

When I was at the Sanjo mansion, he served me.

- He served the Sanjo family? - Yes.

Jihei, why did you come to Nagoya castle town?

After you left the mansion, it was hard for me to stay on.

Jihei...

Ochiyo, it must be fate.

Stay here and rest until you are well.

If you'd like, you can even work here.

Master...

Do that. We're going to need someone to attend to Ochiyo.

Thank you.

Master, thank you.

Sanjiro, I'm sorry for the trouble.

If you'll excuse us.

We're finally in Nagoya.

I've checked all the post towns along the main road,

but I haven't found a single lead on Rokunosuke's whereabouts.

Is he somewhere in this huge Nagoya castle town?

What's the matter, sir? You don't look well.

I'm all right!

Sir!

Thank you.

It's from exhaustion. He needs to get good rest.

Sir!

It's because we rushed all the way here.

I'm sorry for the trouble I caused you.

These things happen on the road.

We're supposed to meet Okyo in Nagoya.

Knowing Okyo, she might come with some leads.

KUMOKIRI MEMBER, YAMANEKO-NO-SANJI

MATSU-YA'S MAP

ACCOUNTING

MIXING ROOM

LIVING ROOM

WAREHOUSE

Warehouse 1.

Warehouse 2.

Warehouse 3.

Warehouse 4.

Warehouse 5.

Warehouse 6.

There are 7 warehouses.

- Lady Ochiyo. - Yes?

The Master would like to see you. Someone named Kikyoya is here.

All right.

I thought you were still in Edo, but I took my chances and stopped by.

Are you in Nagoya for business?

No. I happened to pass by on my way home to Omi when I was overcome with nostalgia.

Master.

That nostalgic person is here.

Lady Ochiyo!

It's good to see you.

I see. I'm happy for you.

You brought us together.

Please relax tonight and spend the night here.

Thank you.

- Hikoshichi. - Yes.

Kikyoya is an important guest. Make special arrangements.

Will do.

Thank you for waiting.

Please enjoy.

Please come again!

- Here you go, Omon. - OK. Thanks.

Thank you for waiting.

I'd like to use your bathroom.

- Miss, I'd like another plate. - OK.

The bathroom is in the back.

Thank you for waiting.

Please come in.

- Is that you, Kichigoro? - Yes.

Jihei has successfully entered Matsu-ya as Ochiyo's personal attendant.

This is the map drawn by Yamaneko-no-Sanji.

Seven warehouses, huh?

I didn't think Matsuya would hide it in a warehouse like one would normally do,

and I wasn't expecting seven.

In any event, I'm amazed we've made it this far.

It sure took a long time.

Since we've taken this path,

we must withdraw at the appropriate time,

so we may have decent deaths.

Will this be our last heist?

When I think that... it feels strange.

Last heist?

The number of bandits never cease.

But to think my method of stealing will end.

That's true.

They'd do anything for money these days.

After I retire, would you like to take over?

If you will retire, so will I.

I see.

If you retire, the Kumokiri name will live long in the people's hearts.

For those who resort to heinous methods to steal,

and think money is everything in the world,

the disappearance like the cloud or mist,

and not knowing when we'll appear again will leave a frightening impact.

I sure hope so.

If you will excuse me now.

I'll be in touch.

This is the heist you've been working on for two years.

Don't rush anything.

- Roku? - Subchief!

Please send me in to Matsu-ya!

Yamaneko-no-Sanji isn't capable of handling it alone.

He walks like a cat (neko).

He's good at taking molds of keys but his personality is no good.

Roku! Don't speak badly of your comrade!

Subchief!

I know you don't get along with Sanji.

There will be heists that can't be done without you.

Bear it.

Yes.

But, subchief...

Sanji will surely do something bad.

Roku!

You're the only one in the gang they know the face of.

Not to mention, the officers spotted you at Oi River.

Don't forget that!

They're just country officers. It's not a big deal.

This is a huge castle town. That wanted poster of me means nothing.

Don't take Abe Shikibu lightly.

The officers of the Arson and Theft squad may be in Nagoya.

Don't go into town. Is that clear?

Yes.

Okyo!

Boss Masazo! I finally found you.

- Come in. - Yes.

Sir Takase...

Thanks for your hard work. Did you find out anything?

No, not really.

Damn! Of all times to be ill!

Not to say, I spent money on something unnecessary...

...and wasted two days.

I feel pathetic.

Please don't come down on yourself.

I'm sure we'll find a lead.

What can we find!?

Don't say irresponsible things.

We don't know if they are in Nagoya.

They could be in Kyoto... or even Osaka.

So please get well quickly.

Is that a carrier pigeon?

Yes. The chief trained it.

Isn't it supposed to be an amazing pigeon?

In Kamigata, in order to learn the rice market as soon as possible,

they inform each other by using pigeons.

I hope we can send it soon.

Beware of fires!

Are you leaving already?

Yes.

After I came all the way to Nagoya.

You're always going back to your own room.

How boring.

I want to stay here until morning, but...

we're not married yet. I have to watch myself in front of my employees.

It won't be much longer.

Ochiyo.

Ochiyo!

I have to control myself.

Good night.

Good night.

Ochiyo.

Sanji.

Is that you?

It'd be troublesome if you're seen here.

Be careful.

There are 7 warehouses, but the money isn't in any of them.

I've been here for half a year, but I'm totally clueless.

I see.

Omon! Say that again!

I'll say it as many times as you want!

You want to be with Ochiyo because you're in love with her!

That's why you want to go to Matsu-ya.

Idiot!

This is going to be the boss' last heist, so it's painful not to be of much use.

Roku, what do you mean by last? Why is it the last!?

The boss said that?

No... I just assumed so.

Roku, what are you hiding?

Roku, tell me!

I don't like it!

- I'm going out. - No, Roku!

- Roku! - I said, no!

- Roku! - Don't go out!

- Roku! - Shut up!

This is making me go crazy!

All I see everyday are the walls and Omatsu's butt!

It's driving me nuts!

- Bear it! - Roku! Roku!

He's such an idiot!

Roku...

I went to check out the pubs.

It doesn't seem like Rokunosuke is in Nagoya.

I'm stepping out for a bit.

What? Where are you going?

Hey, Okyo! Okyo!

Game!

Five-two, odd!

Rolling the dice.

Place your bets.

Even!

- Place your bets. - Odd!

All bets are in!

Welcome.

I'll have a drink.

The dice rolled, even.

Miss, can I sit next to you?

Sure.

Roku! Where were you!?

Will you check outside?

Roku, don't tell me...?>

Don't worry. I'm pretty sure I lost the person.

This place is safe. It's your imagination.

I get it. I'm handsome, so she was trying to hit on me.

Woman?

Hey... it was a woman?

Don't worry. It's nothing.

Roku, do you know the position you're in?

Yes, I do! Get off my case!

- Omon. - Yes?

Tail the woman outside.

Yes.

Sir Takase, I spotted Ingakozo Rokunosuke.

- Rokunosuke? - Is that true?

I'll send a letter to Edo immediately.

The pigeon will finally come in handy.

- Ohana! - Yes!

What? The pigeon is gone?

What do you mean?

The people here don't know anything about it.

- Three people? - Yes.

Fortunately, their room was facing the street, so I could hear most of what was said.

I heard they were going to send a letter by pigeon, so I quickly released the pigeon.

- Good thinking on your feet. - Yes.

Continue to keep an eye on them.

Will do.

Carrier pigeons will return to their owners.

Abe Shikibu may figure it out.

The good thing is, we know where they are staying.

- He just left. - What?

- Can't something be done? - I'm sorry.

Sir.

The express messenger for official business had just left.

I couldn't get across to them.

How about we use a city express messenger?

I considered that, but I don't have the money to pay for it.

We don't have money, huh?

Will this suffice?

Okyo... how did you get this?

It's not from pickpocketing!

Welcome.

Please deliver this to Edo quickly.

Thank you very much.

Please rush it.

Stay clear!

It's from Hyotaro Takase.

Boss, the woman you saw was Okyo, a secret agent.

The good news is, they don't know about this place yet.

The question is, what will Arson and Theft do now?

We'll keep watch of their inn and the magistrate's office for any movements.

Roku.

This isn't my first blunder.

I've made a few.

I owe my life to you, Boss.

Let me give it back to you.

- I don't have... - ...any attachment to this world?

Yes.

I'm a useless guy that causes trouble. I don't deserve to live.

Idiot!

Are you abandoning your job?

Boss...

Go to Kuwana for a while.

Kuwana?

Follow Kumagoro's orders, and behave yourself.

Boss, does that mean I'm...?

This is the last chance I'm giving you though.

I won't forgive you the next time.

Boss...

When I found you at the fire ruins in Fukagawa...

...it was raining like this.

Boss...

Boss...

Go quickly.

Yes.

Chief, the pigeon has returned, but there's no letter attached.

Tobei, something might've happened to Takase and the others.

Ten days had passed.

There was no movement from Arson and Theft.

Ochiyo could not figure out where the money vault is.

TO BE CONTINUED

As soon as we know where the vault is, we're breaking in.

The money isn't in there.

I think Kumokiri knows we are staying at this inn.

Kumokiri Nizaemon may be behind Rokunosuke.

You've already betrayed Kumokiri.

Was Ochiyo really with the Sanjo family?

Can't enter the vault?