Ep 25. Love and Sorrow
- September 21, 1995
The episode "Love and Sorrow" of Fushigi Yuugi season 1 opens with Miaka still suffering from her injury in the previous battle. Tamahome is worried about her and does his best to help her recover. At the same time, the remaining Suzaku warriors, including Chiriko and Mitsukake, continue to search for the last two Divine Warriors.
Meanwhile, Yui and Nakago are in a cave looking for the Shinzaho. Yui is still trying to find a way to return home while Nakago is focused on achieving his own goals. Yui attempts to reason with Nakago and convince him to let her go, but he refuses.
The first half of the episode primarily focuses on Miaka's recovery and Tamahome's dedication to helping her. He even visits a nearby village to find a special herb to help her heal faster. While he is away, Miaka has a dream in which she sees her father and realizes how much she misses him. This leads her to a moment of reflection regarding her situation and her own desires.
The second half of the episode shifts the focus to Yui and Nakago. They are surrounded by enemies, including the remaining Seiryu warriors who are determined to stop them from finding the Shinzaho. Yui and Nakago manage to defeat their attackers and continue their search. However, they are confronted by Amiboshi and Suboshi, the final two Divine Warriors.
The episode ends with a cliffhanger as we are left wondering what will become of Yui and Nakago in their confrontation with Amiboshi and Suboshi. Will they finally get their hands on the Shinzaho, or will they be stopped by the remaining Suzaku warriors?
Overall, "Love and Sorrow" is a continuation of the series' themes of love, dedication, and self-discovery. Miaka's recovery and her introspection highlight the importance of taking care of oneself and not losing sight of one's own desires. Meanwhile, Yui's futile attempts to reason with Nakago and her desire to return home showcase the dangers of blindly following someone else's will. The episode is action-packed and leaves the audience eager to know what will happen next.
