In this episode, the discussion begins with Iwakura learning of Saigou's assassination and suspecting that Hiramatsu Buhei is involved, aiming to incite a rebellion with the help of former Satsuma samurai. Ohkubo and Kido are concerned about controlling the news coverage and the journalists' reactions to the media blackout.

Hiramatsu is preparing a revolution. Meanwhile, confrontations arise, leading to Billy getting caught in a shootout and Kyoushirou searching for Hiramatsu. Moriya reveals Hiramatsu's plan to capture the Emperor. Shizuma, mistaken for an intruder at a factory, is captured but insists he is a policeman. The conflicts escalate, culminating in a confrontation where Shizuma offers to protect Hinazuru, disregarding his prior obligation due to a promise and instead expressing his desire to live together in freedom.

Moriya meets the presumed-dead Gotou and discusses a potential uprising against the government. Shizuma tries to persuade Katamori against rebellion, emphasizing that the conflicts of the past must not repeat.

As the plot progresses, Kyoushirou and Shizuma confront Hiramatsu and his enhanced henchman Gotou, leading to an intense battle. Hiramatsu is on the verge of defeat; he considers seppuku but is humiliated by Kyoushirou, who spares his life and instead crushes his pride.

The episode ends with discussions about controlling the narrative surrounding Saigou's assassination and the revelation of El Dorado, a secret village built for the outcasts of Meiji society.