"What is he going to do with the chronometer?!" Katsura discovers that Ryoma indeed has the chronometer. In a clash with Izo, Katsura demands to know what Ryoma plans to do with the device, but in an instant, Ryoma uses the chronometer to turn back time. Izo calls into question Ryoma`s careless use of the chronometer and in the midst of their skirmish they are startled by a bright flash of light. The chronometer shows the duo a future that hasn`t happened yet. Takasugi, having sensed the chronometer, hounds Katsura with more questions about his suspect behavior, while Yoshinobu arranges a secret meeting with Kondo through Yamazaki. During the meeting, Yoshinobu reveals his secret plans for the future of Japan.