Sokaze no Kishi: Inemuri Iwane Edo Sosho 8 As a year of turmoil begins, Iwane feels a mix of joy and loneliness with his sister Iyo's marriage and Kōkichi's apprenticeship. However, on the other hand, he is constantly embroiled in incidents, such as the investigation of a poisoning case, the kidnapping of Nakagawa Jun'an, and resolving a conflict between yakuza in Shuzenji, Izu. As efforts to rebuild the domain's finances progress, his activities utilizing both sword and wisdom are depicted, including a competition among tayu in Yoshiwara and an attempted murder of a ukiyo-e artist. Furthermore, the movements of his betrothed, Nao, and his complex feelings of not being able to attend the wedding as someone banished from the domain vividly reflect Iwane's emotions. His way of cherishing the bonds between people and living more sincerely than anyone else will surely touch the hearts of many readers. "Inemuri Iwane" Volume 8 is a gem of a story where exhilarating swordplay and heartwarming human drama intertwine! The various episodes unfolding against the backdrop of Edo's cityscape and seasonal features further enhance the depth and charm of the story. Please pick it up and witness Iwane's new struggles with your own eyes.