The world of the SA class is turned upside down when Iori Tokiwa, a new student, transfers in and takes second place after Kei in the rankings, knocking Hikari down to third. But instead of resenting him, Hikari recognizes Iori as a kindred spirit as they both aim for the number one spot. As the two grow close, Kei must deal with a completely new experience - jealousy.

The SA class decides to get away from it all with a vacation in Finn's home country to join in the big beach festival. But it's no fun in the sun for Finn when the alluring Alisa Apelton attempts to make Ryu her boyfriend. Things go from bad to worse when during a poolside accident, Hikari finds out Finn's secret!

LeMugen's a reckless sword-slinger with a style that's more b-boy than Shaolin. Jin's a deadbeat ronin who speaks softly but carries a big blade. When these roughnecks bring the ruckus, it ain't good for anybody, especially them. Enter Fuu, the dizzy waitress who springs her new friends from a deadly jam. All she wants in return is help solving a riddle from her past. She and the boys are tracking the scent, but there's ninety-nine ways to die between them and the sunflower samurai.

The stakes are higher than ever before, as the final two Elders emerge to prevent Kyo from reaching the former Crimson King. Even more dangerous is the return of Kyoshiro's burning vengeance. Terrible secrets, hidden motivations, driving desires - all are brought into the open as the ultimate climax approaches in this white-knuckle, double-stuffed volume!

Everyone is taking a trip to an island resort, where Ibuki has won an all-expenses paid vacation - but Kagome doesn't want to go swimming. Is it because she's not good at sports? Or are there bigger reasons to bare...? There may be more than meets the eye in this "free" vacation. Who paid for it, and what do they want from our innocent little samurai harem?!

Ann's junior high school reunion is coming up, and she hasn't seen Daigo in two years. How will their reunion go? Then, finally, the story behind Ann's engagement. Who is her fiance...?

Morte is a lonely beauty with an axe to grind and a grudge against the world. Her brother died in the war between men and beasts, and now she's out to make everyone pay for her loss. That's where Kyrie comes in. This wandering cook may hold the key to unlocking the Destruct Code: a mysterious orb capable of eradicating everything in existence. The fate of the world hangs in the balance, but these heroes are up to no good.

Ji-Hae remains at Ja-Yun's side as he recovers from the riding accident. She can hardly believe he would risk his life just to save her, but when the flower in her chest flushes with color, it seems to confirm her hopes - Ja-Yun likes her?! Unfortunately, the blooming flower's scent has aroused the interest of some of the other Nang-Do, and she must tread carefully or risk exposure.