Early morning sunlight shines upon the inner courtyard of the Rose Swordsmanship Dojo. In the training grounds, Tsukiyama Akita is guarding Yui while instructing her in swordsmanship practice.

Lady Yui, let's practice your defensive stance more today. I've been sensing suspicious presences around the dojo lately.

Akita speaks as he demonstrates with his sword. A worried light glimmers in his dark eyes.

Thank you, Akita. I feel much safer having you here.

Yui smiles softly and raises her sword. Her beautiful figure shines even brighter in the morning sun.

Right then, a strange presence is felt near the dojo entrance. A figure clad in purple ninja attire is watching them from the roof. It is Shien, the Ninja of the North.