Episode 2: Sadaakira and Yasuko

Sadaakira, Takaiko’s son, becomes emperor and spends his time playing pranks on Yasuko, leaving the two at odds. When his uncle takes his place as emperor, Sadaakira is made to marry Yasuko as a way to keep him in check. Though she deeply dislikes him, Yasuko says she will remain a loyal wife, and Sadaakira responds with a poem.

Aired Jul 10, 2012