After the turbulent Bakumatsu era, the dawn of Meiji promises peace but delivers only lingering chaos. Amidst a nation grappling with lawlessness and corruption, Kenshin Himura, a former assassin haunted by his violent past, seeks redemption through a vow of non-lethal combat. Encountering Kaoru Kamiya, a spirited dojo owner falsely linked to his sordid history, Kenshin embarks on a quest to safeguard her reputation and confront his own demons. As the specter of his notorious alias threatens to resurface, Kenshin must navigate a treacherous path toward reconciliation and justice in the shadow of his brutal legacy.