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Bungo Stray Dogs. Volume 20


Synopsis


One member of the Decay of the Angel stands in the way-Fukuchi Ouchi. Atsushi and
Akutagawa have beaten powerful enemies before, but can they work together to defeat
the living legend known as the strongest skill user...?! The man known as Fukuchi,
veteran of innumerable battles and who once trained alongside President Fukuzawa,
draws his sword!

Kafka Asagiri (author), Sango Harukawa (artist), Kevin Gifford (translator), Bianca Pistillo (letterer)

Summary

Chapter 1: The Shadow of the Scarlet Order

* Atsushi is troubled by a recurring nightmare about a shadowy figure and the words "Scarlet Order."
* The Agency investigates the Scarlet Order, a secret organization linked to past tragedies.
* Kunikida and Atsushi encounter Hirotsu Ryuro, a former Port Mafia member now working for the Scarlet Order.

Chapter 2: The Past that Follows

* Hirotsu reveals the Scarlet Order's connection to the Guild, a dangerous alliance.
* Naomi and Kenji are kidnapped by the Scarlet Order, forcing the Agency to act.
* Dazai and Chuuya team up to confront Hirotsu and rescue their comrades.

Chapter 3: The Dreams Lost in the Scarlet

* Dazai and Chuuya fight Hirotsu in a fierce battle.
* Atsushi confronts his own traumas, realizing the Scarlet Order's manipulation of his memories.
* Mori Ougai, the former Port Mafia boss, emerges as the mastermind behind the Scarlet Order.

Chapter 4: The Song of the Fallen Angels

* The Agency and the Port Mafia join forces to take down the Scarlet Order.
* Atsushi unleashes his full potential, using his "Tiger of the Azure Moon" ability.
* Mori is defeated, but not without leaving a cryptic message for the future.

Chapter 5: The Dawn's Light

* The Agency and the Port Mafia rebuild their shattered lives.
* Atsushi faces his inner demons and emerges stronger than ever.
* The story concludes with a moment of reflection and hope, as the characters look towards the future.

Real Example

In Chapter 3, Dazai and Chuuya infiltrate a Scarlet Order facility to rescue their kidnapped comrades. They engage in an intense battle with Hirotsu, who is wielding the powerful "Demon's Breath" ability.

Scene:

"Flames erupted from Hirotsu's body, engulfing the room in an intense orange glow. Dazai dodged the scorching inferno, using his "No Longer Human" ability to nullify the flames.

"Chuuya charged at Hirotsu, his gravity-manipulating 'For the Tainted Sorrow' ability at full force. He hurled Hirotsu into the air, then slammed him back to the ground with a deafening thud.

"As Hirotsu lay defeated, Dazai approached him cautiously. 'Why?' he asked. 'Why did you betray the Port Mafia?'

"Hirotsu's eyes flickered with pain. 'I had no choice,' he whispered. 'They forced me to work for them. They threatened to hurt my family.'

"Dazai's expression softened. 'I understand,' he said. 'But it's not too late to turn back.'"