Ep 7. Silver Blade

In episode 7 of Black Blood Brothers, titled "Silver Blade," we see Jiro and Kotaro continuing their journey to find Jiro's lost brother, Kotaro's father. They arrive at a remote town where they encounter the strange residents who seem to have an unexplained connection with Kotaro. As they wander around town, Kotaro suddenly collapses due to an unknown illness, and Jiro finds himself on a mission to save his young companion's life.

Jiro seeks help from a local doctor, but the doctor is unwilling to divulge any information about Kotaro's health condition. As Jiro investigates further, he discovers that this town has a dark secret, and the townsfolk are hiding something from him. The townsfolk seem to be harboring a deep resentment towards outsiders and do not take kindly to Jiro's presence in their town.

At the same time, Jiro comes face to face with an old acquaintance, Zaza, and they engage in an intense battle. Zaza is looking for information that Jiro possesses, and the battle between the two is not only physical but also psychological. Jiro hopes to gain the upper hand and defeat Zaza in order to protect his brother's fate.

Meanwhile, Kotaro's condition worsens, and Jiro is forced to examine his own emotions as he searches for a cure. He is conflicted as to whether he should leave Kotaro behind and continue in his search for his lost brother or stay and help the townsfolk who are in danger. Also, Jiro is haunted by his past and the events that led him to becoming a vampire.

Throughout the episode, the audience sees glimpses of Jiro's past and the reasons he is on a journey of redemption. His relationship with his lost brother becomes more complicated and enigmatic as Jiro's understanding of his own past grows. Jiro is caught between his love for his missing brother and the responsibility he feels towards Kotaro.

As the episode plays out, Jiro faces many obstacles in his quest to save Kotaro and uncover the mystery behind the town's strange behavior. He is forced to confront his own demons and reconcile with his past if he wants to overcome the challenges in front of him.

The episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the audience with many questions that need answering. The fate of Kotaro is uncertain, and Jiro is left to deal with the fallout of his past actions and the burden of his present responsibilities. "Silver Blade" is a captivating and thrilling episode, which explores Jiro's character in greater depth and reveals tantalizing glimpses of the future events yet to unfold.