This is the story of how Kenshin came under the wing of Soujiro Hiko the 13th, and how Kenshin became a manslayer.

Act two details Kenshin's role in the revolution, how he met Tomoe, and how the rebellion was almost quelled.

Act 3 tells how Kenshin lived with Tomoe and married her as a cover until his faction replenished its forces to continue the rebellion.

Act 4 is about the betrayal against Kenshin, how he lived for the next few years as a manslayer, and the origin of his cross-shaped scar.