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| Original Title | 入れ札 |
|---|---|
| Author | 菊池 寛 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Legendary gambler Kunisada Chūji and his loyal band of outlaws have just escaped a relentless pursuit, finding tenuous sanctuary in the rugged mountains between Kōzuke and Shinano. But their fragile peace is shattered when Chūji announces a heartbreaking decision: he must continue his perilous flight alone. His men, who have sworn to die for him, refuse to be cast aside. To quell the rising tide of protest and unspoken rivalry, Chūji proposes a desperate gamble—a lottery to choose the three who will accompany him. As old loyalties clash with ambition and self-preservation, the true nature of their brotherhood is laid bare. Who will be chosen, and what sacrifices will be made in the name of loyalty? |
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