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The hell you think you're doing?

First, you stick this weird contraption on me while I'm unconscious,

then you keep me locked up in here like some animal!

How'm I supposed to feel?

Your feelings in this matter are irrelevant.

We will be making the decisions.

You will comply.

Welcome to organizational protocol 101.

So you're aware,

that Spectral Energy Damper is for your benefit as well.

Rago disappearing and depositing the entirety of his powers

inside a human host weren't outcomes we'd accounted for.

We need to carry out a litany of tests before

we can make any decision on what to do with you next.

This's going nowhere.

Get Shiba in here.

Shiba is under investigation.

He won't be visiting this facility any time soon.

Fine then!

If he can't come to me, I'll go to him.

I don't think you understand.

Now sit your ass back down and shut up, punk!

I'd rather be some punk than a lame-ass adult like you!

For my own benefit as well, eh?

More like for your own convenience!

You guys don't give a shit about anyone but yourselves!

Which is why I'm gonna do what I want for once!

And news flash, I take care of my own problems!

Amagi's goin' down...

And it's me who's gonna make it happen!

Shiba.

Your abysmal performance as supervisor aside...

...the more pressing issue now is what to do about Jiro Azuma.

If we hope to stave off further threats,

I see no other option than immediate elimination.

Yes, but his physical death would not eradicate Rago's powers.

It is much too risky.

Then quarantine the boy we must.

Which facility, and which staff?

The Japan Defense Agency

-Christ... -could assist.

-Geriatrics with power... -The increase in personnel

would mean nothing with...

Shiba, your rebuttal?

I do think isolated protection is appropriate.

But...

Something tells me our little bad boy...

...will put up one helluva fight.

So...

Feeling better after that tantrum, are we?

Now cut the crap and give up.

You must have some idea that I'm holding back, no?

Super strength is one thing,

but if you got no clue how to use it, it don't mean a damn thing.

Now be a good boy and listen to the adults in the room.

-Shut up! -Defiant little shit.

The rebellious teen bit's gotta go...

Someone needs a nice nap!

You know...

You're kinda like a bare blade.

Before you had Rago, your hilt, your scabbard.

He actually gave you some control over that power.

Now you're just a rogue blade,

a danger even to yourself.

To be honest, I don't hate your grit.

But...

In this state, you're basically useless.

So let the grown-ups clean things up.

Now be patient and wait here.

You sure that was for the best?

Leaving Inui in there all alone?

Inui is simply buying us some time.

For?

For the arrival of the one person who can knock some sense into the boy.

Yes, suffice to say, he has a general understanding of the situation, ma'am.

Yes, you can expect us in approximately fifteen minutes.

As instructed, he's outfitted in the appropriate gear.

Has the situation...?

Yes...

But there's no telling if it will go from bad to worse.

Jeez!

Inu!

Is everything all right, Madame?

Well, I'll be...

The shit really did just hit the fan.

I'm afraid there has been a turn of events.

Tsk, that damn fool...

Our destination is just beyond this mountain.

We can leave the car here and take a more direct route.

What the hell do you think you're doing, Inu?

Huh?!

I was trying to get him to comply like I was ordered!

He's reached his limit, physically and psychologically.

Tsk... So you've finally flipped your lid.

Don't take this personally...

But holding back now is—

Huh?!

Inu!!

You dirty little...

You ruined my only suit!

Brace yourself boy!

Shit!

I don't think I'm even bruising him!

This suit's designed to take a bazooka blast...

If I don't get my act together, I'm seriously screwed!

Hey, hey...

You gotta be shitting me!

My deepest appreciation for your patience.

Banjuro Tokieda, at your service.

Dammit...

Making trouble as usual I see.

You're full of piss and vinegar today.

Something's clearly gotten into you.

Am I right?

Jiro?

You disappoint me.

So you don't even recognize me!

It's time you open your eyes!

Wake up, damn you!

I take full responsibility.

My sincerest apologies...

Professor Azuma.

Just who is that old guy?

Huh? How are you still breathing?

What can I say, I'm built tough.

Hey, do you hafta be so mean?

That guy is Toshimasa Azuma.

Jiro Azuma's grandfather and agent emeritus.

Supposedly, he was also Kusumi's instructor.

Seriously?! That makes him our boss's boss!

I'm gonna go over real quick to just say hi—

Get a clue, dipshit!

Thank you, ma'am, I'll have another!

So, what's the plan for Jiro now?

Confinement?

Or perhaps...

The Bureau's ol' erase without a trace?

Ultimately, it's up to leadership.

Considering the risk involved, however, I highly doubt the latter.

So, risk aversion is the only thing keeping you from killing him.

Nothing's changed.

I'm not joking.

Think you can lock me up or worse? Then go for it.

But next time...

I may just end up offing someone for real.

Huh?

I had no control over my body,

but I saw everything.

Including that asswipe there.

And you, Gramps.

This body was trying to kill you both.

I almost did... with these very hands.

Oww, what the hell was that for, shitty old man?!

Shut up!

Your ass needed some sense knocked back into it!

What does that even mean?

You think you almost killed me?

In your dreams.

That borrowed power tossed you around like a rag doll.

And you think you're strong?

You're still half a man!

It'll take a lot more than that...

I'm not some frail old man!

Idiot!

I know you're agitated, upset,

but you've got to cool off!

You've got to stop trying to fix everything on your own!

There's only so much one person can do!

Give the people around you a chance to help.

From here on out, you've got me to help you.

So you can stop worrying.

All right?

Yeah, thanks, Gramps.

And as for you two.

Yes sir!

I'm well aware of the gravity of the situation.

But he's still a human being, just like you.

If I find that you're treating him as anything but your equal,

you'll have me to answer to!

Yes, sir, on my honor, sir!

Understood.

You got that, too, Kusumi?

Yes.

Hey!

What was that for?

Well, you were looking so serious, I had to.

What kind of reason is that?

So, everything okay?

I'm here to listen, if you want, of course.

It's really not that big a deal...

Well, it's just that Jiro, Reiji, the Chief...

They're all dealing with some really heavy stuff...

And here I am just waiting around this place.

Listen, Ichika.

I'm here too, ya know!

No, I didn't mean it like that!

It's just...

I'm feeling like I should be able to do more...

Everyone has those thoughts.

I feel like I'm a total fighting dud compared to you guys.

All I do is paperwork,

and look after the office.

But...

It also allows me to be here like this.

To be someone who listens.

It's not the most standout talent, I know...

But I consider it something unique I can offer.

Try not to worry so much, okay?

I know you've got something unique to offer, too.

Something way more important than being the office gofer!

Just kidding 'bout that last part!

Juicy gossip?

Chief! You're back?

Yep, just arrived.

Usami, sorry to spring this on ya, but...

Yes?

Could I trouble you...

-to pay the taxi guy over there? -Hey, excuse me!

Yes, I've got your payment right here!

And Ichika.

There's something I need to ask of you.

In fact, you're the only one who can do it.

Huh?

Something wrong?

Oh, it's just, your timing is, well...

We've got an office in the police department?

We're renting space in their basement...

...to hold some of our more dangerous suspects.

Though, the suspect we've got in there isn't exactly human.

His name's Roren.

He's the mononoke you brought in earlier.

He's an important potential source of intel...

But if we wanna know more than his name,

he insists we've gotta bring you to him.

What could he...?

He's got spectral energy suppressing cuffs on,

but watch out.

Wha...?

Is this...?!

So you've finally arrived!

I've been waiting for you, Ms. Ichika Kishimojin.

But how are you... And with those handcuffs...

Forgot already?

Illusions are kinda my thing.

Making those fools think they've got me in handcuffs...

...is child's play!

Now, that I've got you here all to myself.

It's time...

Today you become my bride!

Huh?

See, when you're on this earth long enough,

it does something to you.

You lose that pizzazz for life... The spark fades, ya know?

Even more so when you're stuck in humans' shadow.

That's the only reason I took Amagi up on his offer.

Honestly, I couldn't care less about all his ambition and stuff.

With you I feel that spark.

Your eyes practically call my name.

Then there's that sass.

It's all exhilaratingly electrifying.

Then I realized...

Nothing makes you feel more alive than forbidden romance!

Whoaaah!

What's with that look, am I that disgusting?

Ah, who'm I kidding, even that's adorable.

Are you sick?!

I'm here to interrogate you!

Spit it out, what do you know 'bout Amagi?

All right.

Right after you become my bride!

Aagh, it'd be so easy to slash his throat...

No... I can do this...

Think, the creep's obsessed with me.

I can use that, then he'll be putty in my hands.

That's it...

Okay.

After all...

A kunoichi's secret weapon is her charm!

I-If you say it nicely...

Maybe... we could go on a date...

Or something...

If you want... 'kay?

Um... How do I put this...?

That's not what I'm looking for.

Spill it, or I'll spill your guts!

Yes, ma'am!

All right. Let's make this quick.

First, where's Amagi?

Second, what's he planning?

Let me the hell out!

Shitty bastard...

Damn you, Amagi.

Why'd you go and close the barrier?

Fine, I'll just bust this piece of crap open and—

I wouldn't, dumbass.

Break that thing and we'll be stuck in here forever.

Shut up!

You should be dead right now!

Hey, don't point fingers!

I know you're pissed, but don't take it out on me!

'Sides, I've one person to thank for being alive...

And that person's you.

What do you think you're doing, Koga?

Funny, I was gonna ask you the same, dirty bastard!

What the hell were you trying to do?

We went through all that trouble to get him,

then you go off and try to kill him?

That is not the Rago I was after.

What?!

The true Rago, his essence, remains in that human, Jiro Azuma.

You can't be serious...

Perhaps you should have a better feel.

You won't find an ounce of spectral energy.

Yeah, well...

That doesn't mean you gotta kill him!

So what if he's outta spectral juice!

He's still a mononoke just like us!

Just like us?

Oh sweet, naive, Koga.

I should've expected as much from a teenage twerp.

Hey, don't treat me like some kid!

However, you have a point.

That sack o' fur may still be useful yet.

I'll let you keep him for now.

H-Hey, where're ya going?

I've summoned our comrades from across the nation.

I've much to do before their imminent arrival.

Admittedly, the sequence of events has changed,

but my plan remains largely the same.

Rest assured.

All will go wonderfully.

Aaaagh jeez..

What's he even mean?

"My plan remains largely the same."

Weren't we gonna team up with Rago

and knock those Bureau bastards to kingdom come?

That said...

What the hell're you doing in here?

Hey! You even listening, Naruko?

Mmm...

He said it was getting dark, that I should go inside.

What the...?

Let me explain.

- MORON

- He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur,

- FOOL

- He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur,

- He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur,

- SACK O' FUR

- gathered 'em all up, and dumped 'em in here, got it?

Geez, thanks, downer!

Nice to know we're in such great company!

Somethin' about Amagi's attitude's got me worried...

Is he hiding something from these guys?

What?

You want some?

-You can keep it. -I'll eat it.

Easy there, kid.

Gotta load up while I can.

Well, a cowboy can't catch his cattle on an empty stomach, right?

It's, "you can't go into battle..."!

Same difference.

The folks in charge can't wait to seal you along with

Rago's power away for good!

For you that means life in prison, or worse...

If you want to avoid either of those fates,

you'll first need to become capable of controlling that power.

Think of humans and mononoke like Yin and Yang.

They oppose, reject each other.

With too much interaction, the forces wreak havoc.

In your case...

You will discard your humanness!

You've really lost it now, old man.

More precisely, you'll immerse yourself in the wild,

molting your humanness to the furthest extent possible,

and embracing the beast within, mentally and physically.

Then and only then, will you be able

to reconcile flesh with spectral spirit.

Whether you swallow down the power, or the power swallows you...

That is up to you.

You'll train in the Avidya Forest.

And you'll do it alone.

Beyond those trees lies another territory.

A domain belonging to the mononoke Ibuki.

Mononoke?!

Long ago, the Oniwaban and Ibuki formed a pact

of mutual non-aggression.

Mutual non-what now?

Think, if you don't bother us, we won't bother you.

Ahh, I get it.

Wait.

Then shouldn't I stay outta the way?

Hold your horses.

We've sent a special envoy ahead to explain the situation.

Envoy?

Well, well, Jiro!

I hear you've managed to make an even bigger mess

than the last time we met.

Fuyo!

Thanks for the help, old fox!

It's gonna cost you, old Tosh!

Hold up, you guys know each other?

You could say that.

When he was just a newbie recruit, he was training, and...

I don't think this is the appropriate time!

So what did Ibuki have to say?

It was short and sweet.

Set one foot in my domain, and I'll murder you.

I see...

All right, off you go, Jiro.

Are you nuts, old man? Were you listening?

If I go in there, I'm dead meat!

Yes, but the words "stay out" were never mentioned.

Huh?!

Sounded pretty close to "stay out" to me!

No, I'd venture to disagree.

Ibuki doesn't beat around the bush.

If Ibuki had wanted to, Ibuki would've said "stay out."

Perhaps it's an expression of sympathy,

or maybe Ibuki is expressing an interest in you...

Ibuki has always been a bit eccentric.

What'll it be, Jiro?

Huh?

If you're going to turn back, now's the time.

You think I'd throw in the towel now?

Ibuki's erected a powerful spectral barrier around the forest.

The lotus will allow you to cross the barrier, but...

...it's a one-way ticket.

Once you're inside, my powers won't be able to reach you.

Which means...

To get yourself out, you're on your own.

Who knows,

maybe you'll wanna pry open your own exit using Rago's power...

And there he goes...

I wonder if he really grasps the gravity of the situation.

I'm a coward.

I knew everything.

I knew just how to motivate Jiro to go through with it.

And I knew the directors would let him,

in the hopes that he'd be trapped in there forever.

I knew it all, and yet...

What're you getting all upset about?

This's the best option for everyone, is it not?

Now how 'bout having a little faith in the kid!

I mean, after all, he is your grandson.