“I thought the air here on the mainland was too rich for you?” quipped Togame. “Akuto the Eel was obviously a lifesaver, but I’m amazed at how you got through Ezo and through Mutsu without it. Even Shichika almost died of frost bite on Mt. Odori.”
“I’d do anything for my little brother.” Nanami was unperturbed. “Although I have to say, I’m glad that I found Akuto the Eel… yes.”
“How did you cross over to the mainland anyway? I thought you didn’t have a boat. Oh, right, I forgot you were ambushed by the Maniwa – did you sail over in their vessel?”
“No, I walked over the sea. Using the ninpo Harlequin Butterfly.”
“Of course,” groaned Togame.
The Maniwa are always getting in my way...

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