Episode Title:
The Deceitful Heart.
Episode Description:
Over a cup of tea, Aria wonders if the Onikirimaru can resurrect the deceased, but Suguru believes that this would be an unforgivable act if it were even possible. Mitsuru, being told by Shizuki to prepare another ceremonial offering, remembers how saddening it was to see Suguru's mother sacrifice herself in the pond, all to make the barrier stronger again. After seeing a speechless Mitsuru heading away from the shrine, Shinji runs inside the shrine in an attempt to take the Onikirimaru. As the barrier is proven to be strong, Mahiro and Yuuichi restrain him, both telling him to stop worrying about the past and try concentrating on the future. Takuma returns to the village in hopes of coming to terms with Tamaki with their situation, but Shizuki catches him on the premises and tells him that he is scaring Tamaki. For her safety, Tamaki advises Takuma to leave, and Shizuki relieves Takuma of his duties as a Guardian. However, Tamaki actually wishes for Takuma to stay by her side instead.
