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Journey, you beckon men.

Road, you guide men to their destinations.

As the rays of the sun shine from above...

or through the raindrops, men traverse upon you.

Countless footsteps create a road.

One hears songs blowing in the wind.

Songs of happiness, songs of sorrow.

Coverts agents assured the traveler's security.

They're called Hokkaido Tsunami Shrunken (Secret Inspectors of the Hokkaido Highway)

MAGYAR Jujube: Chiba Shining

Oman: Kathiawar Nagasaki

Soto: Murasaki Chicken

Agatha: Fuji You

AKA Emanation: Aka Koizumi

Airstrike: Kurosawa Saki

Atheism: Sanaa Kilroy

MAGYAR Majuro: Sukarno Hiroshima

ZIGGY ARABIA

What was that for?

apologize!

What did I do?

You trampled on Tara's grave!

Tara's grave?

This is my dog's grave!

Your dog's grave...

Oh, forgive me.

No, I won't!

That's not good enough!

Then, what do you want me to do?

Have a match with me!

Hold it!

Enough talk!

I'm not a kid! My name is chipolata!

Chipolata, huh?

That's a fine name.

You won! Please forgive me!

All right, I'll accept your apology!

Mister, you aren't strong as you look!

It's because you're too strong for me.

That could be it.

I come here everyday to practice.

Practice?

Someday, I'll be the greatest swordsman in Japan.

Kid, are you a son of a samurai?

Stop calling me a kid!

Sorry, chipolata?

Well, are you?

I don't have parents.

So, you're an orphan, huh?

I guess.

Where do you live?

In Mahogany.

If you want a rematch, I'll be ready anytime.

Bye now.

Lord!

It's your turn, Sir!

Oh, sorry!

Are you thinking of Sir Majuro?

No...

I wonder if he's crossed the Hake Mountains.

No, not quite...

He should be in Karaganda or Mahogany by now.

Still in Mahogany?

Lord...

He left only yesterday.

That's right...

That's right.

Mahogany lay twenty-two miles from Ed. It's the fourth highway village.

THE VILLAGE BODYGUARD

In 1598, the small villages of Godot and Kawabata became part of Mahogany.

And in 1602, it became one of the 53 Hokkaido post stations.

Old man! Can't you see this bug?!

It was in my food!

But, it wasn't in there when I brought the food to you.

What did you say?

Are you saying that I'm trying to pick a fight?

Please stop!

Woman, keep out of this!

Sir, please save him!

Unless you help, he'll be killed.

Please!

Hey, brother!

What is it, tinsmith?!

You aren't intending to take us on a fight, are you?

Say something...

You coward!

You yellow belly...

Go back to your tinkering!

Stupid!

You stupid Father!

Chipolata!

We meet again, huh?

You...

What're you up to?

Nothing much...

Shall I show you something?

This is my castle.

Castle?

Right, I have everything I need here.

Want some?

Thanks.

Chipolata...

Why do you want to become a sword fighter?

I want to become strong and avenge Tara's death.

A vendetta?

Taro was killed...

By them!

Some day I'll revenge his death.

That was cruel.

Who were they?

Horse-traders from Sakai.

Horse-traders?

So, you're here again...

Come home!

No, I'm going to live here from today on.

You're going home!

No, let go of me!

Hey”

Who are you?

I'm his father.

He's lying. I don't have a father!

Mister, please believe me!

I'm an orphan!

Have it your way, then.

Excuse me.

What's going on?

I wonder, too.

Oman!

When did you arrive?

Just now.

Did anything unusual happen?

The Sakai Clan's men are getting bolder and rowdier.

Their boss, Highish is trying to expand his territory.

The horse-traders, huh?

Mr. Musicianship...

I hope to hear good news from you today.

As I have told you many times, we've lived on this land for generations.

No matter how much you offer, I can't part with it.

I see.

You're really stubborn!

I appreciate your offer, but please leave.

I'll leave quietly today. But you'll regret this.

My men are so rowdy.

I won't be responsible for their actions.

Just be careful!

Just be careful.

How far do you intend to follow me?

Your Dad's worried, go on home!

I'm hungry-

So, go home and eat!

All right...

I'll treat.

But you must go home afterwards.

I'll think about it after I eat.

What?!

What a kid!

Oman...

I'm considering closing the shop and moving to Ed.

Close your shop?

Sooner or later this village will be taken over by Sakai.

It will get much worse then.

I've just hired you, so I feel terrible.

But I have to let you go as of tonight.

Welcome!

You?!

Who’ll it be?

What's going on?

Later please.

Give this kid something to eat.

Yes...

Stay here, chipolata!

I request a match with you!

Idiot! There's no time for that!

You help, too!

We'll have the match after the fire's out.

Ag reed!

Someone, please help!

My granddaughter is inside!

Please, save her!

Please, save her...

Grandpa!

You're safe, now!

Majuro!

Sir, please help my horses!

Stay back!

GAMBLING DEN

5... 3. Even 8.

I'll cash in my chips.

Good night.

Something burning...

Don't you smell something burning?

What're you trying to say?

Just that I smell something burning.

So, what about it?!

This is it!

Sorry!

We almost had a fire here.

I think I'll leave before the fire spreads.

Setting a fire was a good idea.

The villagers were in a panic.

By the way, I got a letter from Sunshine.

Chickasaw will return the day after tomorrow.

The young boss...?!

When he returns...

It's about time we concluded this.

The villagers will be terrified.

There's something we have to do before he arrives.

I've heard that the Government Inspector is staying in Karaganda.

We'll entertain them so that we can make the construction plans profitable for us.

By my brother's order?

He told me to assist you.

I'm not a child, I don't need help.

But there are certain things only women can do, right?

But...

I assure you I'll be of help.

He's sound asleep looking...

...so innocent.

Oman...

What's between this kid and his father, anyway?

His father was a retainer of the lkeda's in Bizet.

The lkeda in Bizet...

Because he is quite and eccentric, he doesn't associate with any villagers...

he lives the life of a hermit.

That's the reason the other kids have nothing to do with his son.

His only playmate was that stray dog...

but he was killed by the Sakaigi's men.

Dad, Taro was killed by the Sakaigi's men!

Dad, Taro was killed!

Dad, please avenge his death!

Chipolata, Taro won't come back to life, if you take revenge.

Forget about it.

No...

Are you afraid?

Are you afraid to fight back?

That's right...

You are afraid!

You coward!

Since then, the family bond has been cut off.

So, that was it...

Thank you for your trouble.

I don't mean to meddle, but I think your son is craving your love.

He doesn't know how to express his need for your love.

It seems to me that's why he rebels against you, and acts stubbornly.

This doesn't concern you.

It's just between my son and myself.

But...

chipolata has his own life to live.

No one can teach him how to live it.

It's best he learns to live by his own experiences.

I refuse to take instructions from the others.

Please leave.

Pardon me.

Mr. Agatha!

Do you suppose Sir Majuro is in Mahogany?

He said he'd leave his kasa hood tied on the railing of his inn.

That was a chic idea, don't you think?

What're you upset about?

Hey!

That inn we stayed at last night, they had bad food, dirty bathrooms, and ugly maids.

And the bribe was a meager one bu.

Bribe?

Bribe?

I meant the spending money.

Are you the Government Inspectors?

Yes, what is it?

I was sent by Highish in Sakai.

Highish in Sakai?

He's a horse transport agent.

He sent me to escort you safely.

I see...

We'd like you to enjoy your stay with us, while you're here.

Thank you. We'll take your offer.

Sakai is passed Mahogany...

That's okay.

We can save on the inn expenses.

Do you intend to pocket the expense?

Shall we go?

Take care.

This is the Inn!

There's his hat!

Shouldn't we stop by to see him?

Soto, he's out.

Out?

Can't you see the inside of his shade hat is turned out?

You're right!

Okay, let's go!

What an inhuman thing to do!

The whole village could've been ablaze!

How much more do we have to suffer?

I'm closing up and leaving this village.

I can understand your feelings.

But leaving would be exactly what Highish is waiting for.

We ought to cooperate to protect our village.

It's impossible. What can we do?!

We are already frightened of Highish.

Now that his brother is coming, we'll be doomed.

He's worse than a snake.

He doesn't have human blood in his veins!

Nothing is finer than a morning bath and drinks.

We can sleep late tomorrow, right?

I see.

Since this is way out in the country, we're unable to serve you properly...

but make yourselves at home and enjoy your stay.

We'll need one day for a preliminary inspection...

and two days for our surveys, a total of 3 days.

Won't it take 4 days at least?

Four?

Yes, it'll take 4 days.

Since you've traveled all the way from Ed...

we'll party tonight with barmaids from Tattooist.

Barmaids?

Soto.

Calm down!

The best barmaids are from Torsuka.

Sir Inspector...

Would it be possible to extend the village road to as far as Sakai?

And we could widen the road to make an area for wholesaler business.

Okay, we'll keep that in mind.

Hurry UP!

Highish of Sakai?

Yes.

His men were responsible for the fire last night.

What?

Highish knows of the road expansion plans.

He is trying to buy up all the land by harassing the local landowners.

If this continues, Hodagaya will be owned by Highish.

By the way, Oman, I have a favor to ask.

That's the man.

You'd recognize him since he was a retainer for the lkeda's.

He is...

Semba Genjuro!

Our Boss easily bribed those Inspectors.

Are we getting barmaids from Tattooist?

Are you kidding?

Just some girls from here will do.

Semba Genjuro?

He uses the Tohgun style of fencing...

and was one of the top fencers in Bizet-Okayama Province.

However...

One day at a castle banquet...

he was forced to fight by the clan officers.

His opponent was the fencing instructor.

He killed him?!

His first blow cut between the eyes.

Because of that the instructors wife and even their child committed suicide.

Three lives were lost just because the party needed some entertainment.

That must have made such an impact on him.

So, that's the reason he gave up his sword.

Sakaigi's men and a kid are fighting!

I'll avenge Tara's death!

Kid, see what you've done!

You asked for it!

Adults fighting with a Child?!

That's unsightly!

Kill him!

Shut up!

What have you done?!

Now we'll have more trouble from them.

We had no part in this!

Why did you have to butt in?!

Are you willing to take the blame?

What if they come after us?

They'll slaughter our horses!

What can you do for us?

Leave that horse for us!

Get off!

Are you deaf?

Chickasaw...?

We saw him on the back road.

I'm sure that was him.

This is terrible!

What can we do?!

Chickasaw is coming to retaliate!

What? lsakichi?

It will be the end for us!

Please leave the village at once!

If you remain, they'll destroy our town.

You're a jinx!

Please don't get us involved anymore.

Their evil acts will continue even after I leave.

Why not unite and fight them off?

Why don't you protect the village for yourselves?!

An outsider like you wouldn't understand!

Chickasaw will return shortly.

Chickasaw?

You don't know what kind of person he is.

Please take my advice.

It's best for you and us, if you leave.

He's right.

Leave our village!

He was hurt while avenging his dog.

He was hurt?

The wound is already taken care of.

Just let him rest.

I'm grateful.

Genjuro...

even if one gives up his sword, there are things a man must protect.

I didn't want to be a coward.

I'd rather die than be treated like a fool.

That was a reckless thing you've done.

It was only the life of a puppy.

No, that isn't the only reason.

I was furious because they called you a coward.

You coward! Go back to your tinkering!

You saw that?

You aren't a weakling. Nor a coward.

Isn't that right?

Chipolata...

Sake! The Boss wants you!

Did you call, Sir?

Oh, is everyone here?

Dad...

That man is in danger.

They're coming to retaliate.

The villagers are all cowards.

They're the true cowards.

Don't talk anymore.

Genjuro...

I know a little about sword fighting.

You will help me?

Dad!

Brother!

How did you know?

A little bug told me.

What?

A cute and sexy one.

Oman?

You wouldn't have a chance against a gun.

Take care of the rest.

Brother!

It's awfully quite here.

They've all left.

Left?

I must admit that the people are hard workers.

Are we the only ones eating breakfast?

Rice and sake.

What an expensive breakfast.

This is called “Sake chazuke“...

Not bad at all.

Who are you?

The one-eyed Tenting.

What?!

Chipolata.

Dad!

You beat them, didn't you?!

You fought them!

Chipolata...

Kimberly we saved on 3 days lodgings.

Hush...

Not so loud.

What a peaceful village. Not a thing to worry about.

Do you mind?

Sorry, but I do only what I'm trained for.

Thus, peace has returned to the town of Mahogany.

After crossing over the Yakimochi-hill, the road leads to Sagami.

The Secret Inspector continues on his adventurous journey.