Suigetsu and her master discuss the burning of the Records Office, where she used to work. Her master is amused that she has distanced herself from things that should concern her, such as Okuni's death and the stolen Shinyuuchi. Yoshimori tells Shimano about the Shadow Organization executives being killed. Shimano tells him to focus and not allow his heart to be swayed. Determined to protect Karasumori, Yoshimori then displays a perfect transition into the blank state, much to Shimano's shock.