Ep 18. Goodbye for Now

Vash the Stampede returns to his friend Brad's bar after a long absence and finds the usual patrons have been replaced by newcomers. As he catches up with Brad, he learns that one of the new patrons, an elderly man named Livio, has come to town looking for Vash. Livio questions Vash about his true identity, insisting that he knows who Vash really is. Vash, frustrated by Livio's accusations, attempts to leave the bar, but Livio insists on following him.

As they travel together, Livio becomes increasingly suspicious of Vash, accusing him of being a cold-blooded killer responsible for the destruction of several towns. Vash denies the accusations and tries to reason with Livio, offering his side of the story. However, Livio refuses to believe Vash's version of events and instead prepares to face him in a duel to the death.

Meanwhile, Meryl and Milly are hot on Vash's trail, hoping to meet up with him after being separated for some time. They arrive at Brad's bar and are surprised by the new patrons. Brad fills them in on Vash's recent encounter with Livio, and Meryl and Milly set out to find Vash and help him clear his name.

As Livio and Vash prepare for their final showdown, Meryl and Milly arrive on the scene and attempt to intervene. However, Livio is determined to prove Vash's guilt and attacks him with all his might. In the midst of the battle, Livio's true identity is revealed, and Vash is shocked to learn the truth about his opponent.

As the fight comes to a close, Livio and Vash come to a peaceful understanding, and Livio offers Vash a heartfelt apology. With Livio's words ringing in his ears, Vash is left to ponder his past and the people he has lost along the way. As he prepares to leave, he bids farewell to his friends and sets off once again on his journey, hopeful for a better future.