YOZAKURA FAMILY
PLAN 27 MISSION COMPLETE/RECEPTION
Kyoichiro! He's going to blow up any second now!
I'm aware of that. We'll finish him off with our next move.
Formation Sakura Roots.
Our axis... will be Taiyo!
What?
Taiyo?
Won't that be dangerous?
Huh. Should be interesting!
Not sure what you're going for, but...
We're just going to have to do it.
- Let's go, Taiyo. - Right.
Can't believe they're making the most ordinary one lead the charge.
Puppet Child.
Ah...
Super Taiyo Festival!
Melting Rock Glaive!
- Now, Big Sis! - 'Kay.
There!
You just don't learn, do you?
What good would these rocks do now?
That's right, it's just a barrage.
But one that happens to have...
a slightly irregular stone in the mix.
Enveloped in Shinzo's Turmeric,
disguised as a rock by Kengo,
guided by Shion's calculations,
with Nanao's gas reinforcing his body, and the support of my threads,
he's become a blade fired by Futaba...
arriving unnoticed at his feet.
An infiltration formation used to counter underground explosives and bunkers...
Sakura Roots.
And Taiyo suggested it because...
Big Bro Kyoichiro!
...he was sure that Kawashita had something stored under his feet.
This is the fourth mission, shared by only you and me.
We're going to recover my mother's body without the other siblings catching on
and lay her to rest on the Yozakura land where she was born.
With my enhanced eyes, I can just barely see them.
Shining threads!
They must be...
Correct.
These red threads
are crystallized someinine woven by Yozakura blood.
The Yozakura blood and heart,
which never decompose even after death, are too strong for humankind.
But they can be used as the foundation for spreading Hazakura.
In order to protect Hazakura and gain the power to spread it,
I've had my body linked to the body of the ninth head.
Sever these, and it will stop the flow of someinine,
render me unable to maintain my supply of Hazakura, and destroy me.
It's impossible for humans to destroy this crystalized structure.
Even if, by chance, one thread were to be slashed,
the someinine leaked from that severed end would react with the air,
and create a huge explosion.
Neither you nor the ninth head's corpse would last two seconds.
I know I don't stand a chance!
But...
I can go beyond my limit over and over!
I'm not going anywhere.
Because Mutsumi is always by my side!
I'll surpass my limits as many times as it takes!
Three times.
So, the mission's complete.
As a defensive power, Hardening is ill-suited for simple attacks.
However,
that's precisely why, in the case of this mission,
it's the hardest blow, that only Taiyo can unleash.
There's been a change in Kawashita.
His Hazakura levels are going down!
I can't maintain my body.
The Hazakura is leaking.
No way out of it.
I'll use my remaining strength to detonate and release it into the ocean.
Then my plan, while incomplete, will be a success!
Oh, no!
Storm Scabbard!
I've sealed the energy from the explosion.
Now you're going to pay for what you did to our family,
Makoto Kawashita.
Purification!
I've crystallized the Hazakura in your body.
You won't be able to blow it up now!
Synchro.
Bring down Kawashita's someinine output to 10%.
Gotcha!
Serpent Wheel!
Shrink him down to normal size at a rate of 1% per second.
Roger that.
Hollow Cocoon.
I've sent countless microscopic threads throughout your body,
which are themselves harmless.
That said, once they've permeated every inch of your cells,
they'll open you up to all kinds of things.
Accept it,
the judgment coming to you,
with your whole body!
Lightning Strike!
I'm being disassembled in my entirety.
Kawashita?
As it turns out, your way didn't work, did it?
You were too kind.
I guess you're right.
But I did get to enjoy myself immensely.
Thanks for indulging me all this time.
I'm the one who should be thanking you.
I can now take the knowledge and results from your long years of research
and hand those over to him.
The foundation that you built will not have been for nothing.
One hundred years.
It was a brief but enjoyable time.
Thank you.
And...
Goodbye, Kawashita.
The Hazakura and someinine output...
has been halted.
Kyoichiro here.
We've captured Kawashita.
Everyone, check in.
Rin here. We've rescued the test subjects.
Hotokeyama here. We've subdued what's left of them.
Thanks, Mutsumi.
No, Taiyo.
I should be...
Good work!
Yozakura Front Lines
complete!
What a beautiful cove.
Momo.
Instead of saving Kawashita, you stood by and watched,
and then left the island as soon as he lost.
You really are heartless.
You're not denying it?
Well, why would you?
From the start, you were never going to do more than observe.
The only thing that's important to you...
is Rei's heart.
She's my daughter. Why don't you hand it over?
I can't do that.
Because it belongs to my wife and me.
Well, you have a point.
Guess I have no choice but to give up.
Like that would ever happen. You scumbag son!
Da Capo!
Even my Winter Daphne can't absorb it all.
Impressive.
You gave me one last good memory.
Goodbye, Father.
Damn you.
Incident report...
Makoto Kawashita, an executive of the lawless organization, Tanpopo,
was arrested in his research lab on Skeleton Island.
He stands accused of weapons manufacturing, abduction,
human experimentation and other numerous crimes.
We will meet with the Spy Association, the police, and other organizations
to determine his sentence.
His test subjects, armed henchmen, and the leaders of enemy faction Nijibana,
will be placed under the surveillance and protection of each organization
after careful examination of their charges and extenuating circumstances.
A detailed report and invoice will follow.
Please confirm receipt.
The tenth head of the Yozakura family, Mutsumi Yozakura.
It's this late already?
I pulled an all-nighter.
Nyaah!
Sorry, Mutsumi. I was onto you 100 meters out.
That's my spy!
Thanks for doing all this weeding.
Sorry, I only learned by example, so I'm not sure if the offering's right.
You nailed it!
Blue carnations are my mother's and my flowers.
Even if she's passed away,
the head's blood never disappears, and it resonates with me.
I can tell that she's right here.
Such an important mission, and you kept it a secret from us.
Uh--
As the eldest son, I kept it a--
Shut up, you arrogant fool!
The reaction was epic.
Retrieving your mother, Kawashita, the test subjects,
we succeeded in all that.
But in the end, we couldn't find out anything about your father.
I promise you that I'll finish the job one day, so wait for me.
Sure. First, though...
I should pay my respects to your father, mother, and brother.
ASANO FAMILY
Right.
Taiyo?
Thank you.
Sure.
And so, we all returned from our spy mission
back to our daily lives as a family.
Good morning,
Taiyo.
Huh?
You're late, bridegroom!
Huh?
Come on, let's get going.
Go? Go where?
To the Yozakura-style wedding reception, of course.
Wedding reception?
Thank you for coming
to Mutsumi Yozakura and Taiyo Asano's wedding reception today.
Aside from those currently under arrest, in exile, or deceased,
we are truly grateful to have you all here.
We hope you enjoy yourselves till the end.
What is this?
Just what it looks like. A wedding reception.
For our work circle.
Just like newly appointed CEOs in normal companies make the rounds,
we hold this event to introduce the new Yozakura head and her husband
to those in the underworld and everyone we do business with.
Well, some of them are clearly not here for the introduction part.
Oh, it's all right.
You know how so many people in this industry have all kinds of baggage?
This is one day that everyone can forget which side they're on
and just let loose.
If you don't want to get pinched now,
give up everything you know about the boss of that black market route.
Or I'm tossing you all in jail.
Come on, man. Give us a break.
They're letting loose in a disturbing way.
But sorry for surprising you like that.
They suddenly decided this morning to do this.
This morning?
A scammer who just broke out of prison yesterday,
a back-alley doctor who has to operate tomorrow,
an artist spy in the middle of a world tour...
It's really hard to schedule things when you work in the underworld.
I see.
Also, since we just finished the mission on Skeleton Island,
the timing seemed to be right.
Mr. Taiyo?
The oldest currently active spy, Mr. Fuma would like to meet you.
U-Uh...
Thank you very--
Dodging my wedding gift...
Not half bad!
Grandpa! Grandma!
So sorry. He just couldn't contain his excitement.
How long has it been since we last disguised ourselves?
Well, it's a reception, so I couldn't resist.
We must congratulate our grandchildren
with plenty of murderous intent!
Scary! What do you mean? Scary!
In the underworld, a reception is not only a celebration,
but also a place to determine if you're worthy of it.
As someone you'll be sharing risks with as a colleague, it won't do to be weak.
That goes for the family, too.
This is a venue to testing how trustworthy the new head's system is.
That's the tradition at Yozakura-style wedding receptions!
A fish?
This is the Congratulatory Suit
worn by the eldest child on joyous occasions.
It's a tradition.
What a drastic turnaround from the other day's serious mission!
In other words, at this reception,
Mutsumi's and your lives will be on the line
as they test you to see whether you're worthy as work allies.
Make sure this reception doesn't turn into a funeral!
If only you'd finished off Momo at Rei's reception...
Then we wouldn't be in this complicated mess right now.
Not funny! Not funny at all!
Anyway, that's the story.
But it's not like I want you to die.
And I'm not wearing this black tie, which is meant for funerals
and is a faux pas at receptions just to rub it in your face, okay?
Oh man, it's been a while since he's been like this.
I'll guard Mutsumi with my life.
Meaning that the biggest target here today...
- Huh? - ...is you, Taiyo.
I'd have to agree!
Now then, everyone.
He's got a bounty on his head, so he's the perfect wedding favor!
You bastard!
Look here, Kyoichiro.
That's enough of that.
Mutsumi?
No, it's not her.
Is it...
Mo...
Mom!
Mama!
What are you recording this for, Mom? I'm not doing anything wrong.
It's a video letter for Mutsumi's wedding reception.
I just know that you'll be up to no good, so I thought I'd scold you in advance.
That's two-year old Mutsumi,
which makes me seven.
I can't believe she left behind a video like this...
What are you talking about, Mom?
I adore Mutsumi and would never stir up trouble at her celebration.
Big Bro, no!
It's because you adore her so much that I'm worried.
Futaba! I wasn't aware that this video existed!
Of course not.
Mom gave it to me for safekeeping years ago.
So I could use it against you.
There, there. You're safe now, Mutsumi.
Big Sis!
You sure haven't changed at all, Big Sis Futaba!
You're like a phantom.
Let me go! Give me back my Mutsumi!
And Big Bro hasn't changed one bit either.
He's a pervert.
Come on, now. Don't fight, children.
Mom.
Mom...
I'm seven, so I'm really strong, you know!
I'm the eldest son! Now, hand over Mutsumi!
We started going on missions at the same age.
Try and take her back if you can!
Congratulations on getting married, Mutsumi.
I'm sure it's way more of a mess over there than it is here.
Who knows, Kyoichiro might even try to kill your husband.
Mother sure knows best!
The other day, your father came this close to dying, you see.
And that made me think that I might not have much longer myself,
so I decided to record this video in a hurry.
She's saying these terrifying things without batting an eyelash.
And the reality is way too heavy.
I have no clue what the right way to respond would be.
I'm sorry for bringing you all into such a chaotic family.
But it gave me great joy to spend time with you.
I want you to have a family that will make you feel that way too.
That's what I wish for you.
Mom.
And to you, Mutsumi's husband.
Thank you for choosing Mutsumi.
Supporting her in her destiny will be extremely difficult,
but I'm counting on you to look after my daughter.
I will!
Acting like her husband!
He is her husband, Big Bro!
Big Sis Mutsumi!
I think we've reached the time limit!
All right, then.
Everyone, thank you for coming today. We're truly grateful to you.
As the tenth head of the Yozakura family,
I promise to do all that I can to protect the Yozakura spy family
left to me by my predecessor, my mother.
I hope I can count on your continued support.
And now, ladies and gentlemen, please stand up.
As we embark on a new chapter of our lives,
please see us off in a thunderous barrage of bullets.
What?!
At the end, the bride and groom
walk down the aisle under a hail of baptismal bullets.
That's another Yozakura-style wedding reception tradition!
I object to your traditions!
Don't worry.
Everyone will be protecting us.
Come on, let's go!
I'm still counting on you, Taiyo.
Right!
For Mutsumi, me,
and the Yozakura spy family...
this was our new chapter.
YOZAKURA FAMILY