Thanks to Tama's ability the difference in the number of forces was reduced and now with the defeat of the Tobiroppo, the samurai are beginning to take the lead. However, there are only 15 minutes left until Onigashima reaches the Flower Capital. On the third floor, Raizou confronts Fukurokuju while the fire continues to consume the castle. Fukurokuju says that as a ninja it is his duty to follow the shogun, while Raizou follows a mere ghost. However, Raizou replies that all of them died along with Oden and are now ghosts who will not rest until they make Momonosuke the shogun. On the same floor, Killer dominates his fight against Hawkins, but his latest attack causes Kid to be wounded. Finally, King and Queen manage to control the situation on the Life Floor by reducing the Gifters. Perospero tries to surprise attack Sanji, but Nekomamushi appears to confront him. Marco also intervenes to protect Zoro's body while the medicine takes effect, but warns King and Queen that he will not be his rival, since the time for introducing the "Hanagata" has arrive.
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