Young Tetsu desperately wants to join the Shinsengumi, a group of elite swordsmen, but his dream turns into a nightmare in the wake of a beating at the hands of one of his heroes.

Tetsu's determination finally earns him admission into the Shinsengumi, but he's crushed to discover he'll be serving as a page; a visitor inspires him to pursue a new role.

Still dreaming of becoming a Watcher, Tetsu picks a fight with a gang of Ronin in defense of a young girl; his actions land him in danger and jeopardize a covert operation.

A pyromaniac keeps burning down vacant houses; Tetsu is reprimanded for constantly neglecting his duties as a page.

Tetsu's training is interrupted by the arrival of Vice Commander Yamanami, a far nicer man than his demonic counterpart; while running errands in town, Tetsu runs into a familiar young girl.

The Shinsengumi hold a festival while Vice Commander Hijikata is away on business; Tetsu is too depressed to participate.