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| Original Title | 護持院原の敵討 |
|---|---|
| Author | 森 鴎外 |
| Genre | Historical Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Edo, 1833. Yamamoto Sanzaemon, a respected chief gold magistrate, is brutally cut down in his own home by a shadowy assailant. His dying breath whispers a single, sacred command: revenge. Driven by a fierce code of honor, his unwavering brother Kurōemon, his fiery son Uhei, and his resolute daughter Riyo vow to hunt down the elusive killer. Their epic journey begins, a desperate odyssey across the vast, unforgiving landscapes of Japan. They brave famine, sickness, and the gnawing specter of poverty, battling false leads and the crushing weight of an enemy who seems to vanish into thin air. With family honor and a father's last wish hanging in the balance, can they endure the relentless search and confront the man who shattered their world, or will their relentless quest break them first? |
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