The Crimson Lotus attempts to recruit the skilled demon hunter Kureha, who initially refuses to join due to her disdain for male leadership. The group soon embarks on a mission to defeat Burai, a powerful demon terrorizing Azuchi by kidnapping women. After surviving a treacherous trap and a demonic possession, Rekka and Kureha must put aside their differences to confront Burai, leading to a climactic battle where Rekka's shadow techniques prove decisive.