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In the heart of feudal Japan, a tale unfolds of a samurai struggling with insomnia, a seasoned ronin burdened by a tragic past, and a young apprentice navigating the complex world of honor, duty, and betrayal. Kishimoto, upon arriving in Hijaru Village, finds himself entangled in the life of Katsumi Tsuchiya, a renowned ronin haunted by the brutal murder of his wife. As Kishimoto guards Tsuchiya's restless sleep, their paths cross with Ayame, a skilled markswoman and daughter of a powerful samurai lord. Their connection deepens amidst threats, violence, and assassination attempts, leading to a tragic clash between the honorable samurai code and the merciless world of the ninja. In this captivating narrative, a bond forged in adversity faces the test of loss and the unwavering grip of fate, leaving readers to ponder the intricate interplay of love, honor, and the fleeting nature of life itself. Comparable works include The Last Samurai, Ghost of Tsushima, Samurai Champloo, Ninja Scroll