The episode begins with Shizuma stopping an action, followed by Senri questioning the use of sand, and Minagawa declaring his intent to depart and put his plan into action by requesting additional men and suggesting the use of Moriya's people. A confrontation arises over their goals, with Senri asking what they aim to achieve.

Genjou expresses his concern about someone's critical condition and emphasizes the need for immediate help. Kyoushirou mentions Dario, leading to a surprising encounter with Midorikawa and Shizuma. Tanba reveals that Makino is the murderer, which Midorikawa and Shizuma can hardly believe. Shizuma's request to attend the interrogation is initially denied but later granted.

Makino confesses to murdering Osanai to silence him and admits to killing Shuragami on the orders of the "Master." Kawaji then reveals that Hiramatsu's followers have infiltrated the police and involved Kanomata Sumie in a shootout, all under Hiramatsu's command to overthrow the government. Hiramatsu, who is revealed to be John Henry Schnell, reminisces about Aizu's former beauty and advocates for a return to samurai traditions.

Minagawa reports on the progress of their plans despite an attack by Kyoushirou, and Hiramatsu plots to incite a rebellion with false information. Meanwhile, Hinazuru questions her actions after discovering that Shizuma is still alive and that she nearly shot him.

Kyoushirou and Genjou discuss Dario's inability to fight, while Saigou mocks his influence over the samurai. Dario, still determined to fight, learns that Kyoushirou and Genjou plan to hijack a ship.

Senri reveals to Fujita that he knows of a revolutionary plot, prompting Fujita to inform police chief Kawaji. Kawaji announces a crackdown on Hiramatsu Buhei's plan and the cooperation of the Moriya clan, leading to a police raid.

The episode culminates in a confrontation between Shizuma and Minagawa, with Shizuma narrowly escaping death thanks to Billy's timely intervention. The episode ends with hints of a large-scale attack on the imperial palace using balloons, as planned by Hiramatsu, to rally former samurai against the government and restore the samurai era.