Sousuke Tokuyama

Jiro Kitami, a private detective, is assigned to a case involving the disappearance of a young woman. As he and a new private detective candidate, Naoki Ban, proceed with their investigation, they realize that the case has something in common with one from 20 years ago. The disappearance and betrayal of a woman he once had feelings for. What fate awaits Kitami as he comes face to face with scenes from the past that he had kept sealed away...

Kenji and Shintaro, once esteemed as the castle town's best Samurai, were anticipated to become the next Sensei and top Samurai until an assault changed their fate. While saving their lord, Kenji's injury marked the end of his swordsmanship career, and the loss of his purpose led to a life of drunkenness, earning him the nickname "the quitter." Despite this, Kenji's wife, Rin, continued to support him, recognizing his enduring passion. Following Sensei Yamamoto's death, a will declared that the next Sensei would be determined by a showdown between Kenji and Shintaro, leading Rin to dedicate herself to Kenji's redemption through rigorous training. The time has come for Kenji to confront Shintaro.