Chapter 6

## Chapter Chronology

**“Peace”** (平 (へい) 穏 (おん) , *Heion*) is the sixth chapter of the *Kagurabachi* manga series, written and illustrated by Takeru Hokazono.

## Summary

Ambushers from various directions converge on Chihiro and Char's car, catching them off guard in the heart of town. One of these assailants positions themselves in the center and initiates a conversation with Chihiro, taunting them about how they managed to pinpoint their location. This individual reveals that Sojo has publicly declared a reward for capturing Char and the enchanted blade currently in Chihiro's possession. The announcement was also made through a specific website, and Hinao was able to acquire this information about the unfolding situation. She quickly realized that many sorcerers might attempt to seize this opportunity and urgently attempted to contact Chihiro.

Chihiro is on the run with Char, attempting to distance themselves from a pursuing crowd that recently ambushed them. Whenever Chihiro retaliates against their pursuers, they seem to end up in a mud-like form, leading Chihiro to suspect that someone in the group may possess the ability to manipulate earth or dirt to sculpt them into a human-like form.

One member of the pursuing group reveals that they have prior experience in the Seitei War that happened long time ago and have encountered the immense power of all six enchanted blades. However, they note that the current level of power doesn't appear to match the intensity they've seen before. This difference might be attributed to the skills of the current wielder, in this case, Chihiro.

As Chihiro finds himself cornered, grappling with the clones and determined to locate the true puppeteer among them, he suddenly spots one attacker in the crowd. This sight triggers a poignant flashback to a time when he shared a meal with his late father, expressing gratitude for the food, as well as the painful memory of holding his father's lifeless body in his lap, while Kunishige laid him to rest.

In the present, Chihiro is breathless and inquires about the time, only to learn that just four seconds have elapsed, as confirmed by the person before him. This new individual explains that his unique ability involves psychological induction, allowing him to manipulate brain waves. Using this skill, he tracked down Chihiro and Char by intercepting their brain signals. He is also capable of controlling and compelling recollection of traumatic experiences.

Struggling to stand up, Chihiro attempts to reach for the nearby sword while the sorcerer continues to provoke him with his psychological abilities.

The sorcerer lifts Char, who is held on the hoodie of her jacket, slightly higher as he reveals that Char is the only survivor from Kyonagi. In response, one of the others proposes consuming Char, but the man holding Char rejects the idea, explaining that it won't result in the promised rewards. He also debunks the notion that consuming anyone from Kyonagi would grant immortality, contrary to the rumors. Regrettably, the annihilation of Char's entire family occurred solely due to these baseless rumors.

Curious about Char's abilities, the sorcerer grasps Char's right leg and applies pressure, causing it to bleed. However, they are astounded when the wound heals completely within seconds. This phenomenon raises questions about what Sojo desires from Char, leaving them uncertain about the true intentions behind Sojo's interest in the child.

As they were in the midst of moving Char, with the sorcerer claiming possession of the enchanted blade and poised to strike Chihiro down, a surprising turn of events occurred. Chihiro, armed with a shorter sword, moved swiftly and managed to strike the man, beheading him in a single blow. He explained that the awakening of past traumas allowed him to see the situation clearly.

Subsequently, Chihiro proceeded to strike down all the other sorcerers, leaving only Char, who was initially being held in her hoodie by the last remaining man but was now deceased. Chihiro caught Char, and while holding her, he inquired about the true reason why the sorcerers were after her which was now disclosed and it's about her unique physical abilities, explaining that she initially hesitated to share this information with Chihiro's group, fearing they might exploit her. However, she decided to trust Chihiro and was on the verge of revealing her abilities earlier today. This newfound trust between them allowed Char to confide in him. After the ordeal, Char expressed her hunger, and Chihiro shared his food with her, empathizing with the hardships she had endured.

## Quick References

### Chapter Notes

* Chihiro and Char are ambushed by assailants from various directions in the town.
* An assailant initiates a conversation with Chihiro, taunting them. Chihiro learns that there is a reward for capturing Char and the enchanted blade.
	+ This information was publicly declared through a specific website.
	+ Hinao's urgently attempt to contact Chihiro.
* Chihiro suspects one of the assailants can manipulate earth or dirt, turning them into mud-like forms.
* One assailant mentions prior experience with the enchanted blades from the Seitei War.
* Chihiro's sighting of an attacker triggers a poignant flashback involving his late father. This memory highlights gratitude, loss, and emotional complexity.
* A new individual reveals a unique ability to manipulate brain waves.
	+ Chihiro learns that only four seconds have passed.
	+ The sorcerer can compel recollection of traumatic experiences.
* **Char's Unique Abilities:** The sorcerer reveals Char as the only survivor from Kyonagi. There is uncertainty about Sojo's intentions regarding Char's unique abilities.
* Char discloses the true reason behind the sorcerers' pursuit: her unique physical abilities.
	+ She shares this information with Chihiro due to their newfound trust.
	+ Chihiro empathizes with Char, as he share her his food.

### Characters in Order of Appearance

**Chihiro Rokuhira**
**Puppet Sorcerer**
**Hinao**
**Genichi Sojo**Mentioned
**Trauma Sorcerer**Deceased
**Char**
**Kunishige Rokuhira**Flashback