Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In a tense courtyard scene, Takeuchi Keisuke, a deputy officer of the Onmyoji Bureau, reflects on the execution of a rural samurai, Shan Tian Xin Yi. Despite his divination predicting the samurai's death, Yamada Shinichi unexpectedly appears alive, causing chaos. Takeuchi attempts to bind Yamada with a powerful spell but is swiftly decapitated instead. Amidst the turmoil, a princess reveals her demonic possession, leading to her demise at the hands of Yamada. The aftermath leaves the royal court in shock, with the Infante's wife injured and Takeuchi dead, as others scramble to comprehend the unfolding horror.

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