Ep 4. Fuma, Sneaking Through the Prison Gate

Laughing Under the Clouds season 1 episode 4, titled “Fuma, Sneaking Through the Prison Gate,” follows the story of three brothers, Tenka, Soramaru, and Chutaro, who are tasked with guarding the Kumou Shrine. The brothers are also members of the Yamainu Squad, a group of skilled warriors who are responsible for maintaining order in the region.

In this episode, the brothers are faced with a new challenge when they receive orders to transport a dangerous criminal named Fuma Kotaro to the prison. Fuma had been the leader of a group of bandits who terrorized the region, and his capture was a significant victory for the Yamainu Squad.

However, Fuma's followers were not going to let him go so easily. They hatch a plan to free Fuma from his captors while they are transporting him to the prison. The brothers are informed of the plot by a mysterious woman who had been watching them from a distance.

The brothers must now ensure that Fuma reaches the prison safely, but they soon realize that it won't be an easy task. The bandits are well-organized and have a vast network of spies and informants. They also have a deep attachment to Fuma and are willing to go to any lengths to free him.

The brothers decide to take a detour, hoping to throw off the bandits' trail. However, their plan fails when they are ambushed by a group of bandits who had been lying in wait. A fierce battle ensues, and the brothers find themselves outnumbered and outgunned.

Soramaru, the middle child, manages to break through the bandits' line and runs towards the prison with Fuma. However, Fuma had other plans. He reveals that he had been planning his escape for weeks and had some tricks up his sleeve.

Fuma manages to deceive Soramaru, and the two separate. Soramaru is left alone, confused and uncertain about what to do next. Meanwhile, Fuma is on the loose, and the bandits are hot on his trail.

The episode ends with the brothers regrouping and setting off in pursuit of Fuma and the bandits. They are determined to capture Fuma and put an end to the bandits' reign of terror once and for all.

Laughing Under the Clouds season 1 episode 4 is a thrilling tale of action and adventure. The brothers are shown to be skilled fighters but are also vulnerable to the many dangers of their world. The episode leaves the audience hanging, eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the brothers' journey.