In the hallowed halls of Edo Castle, a question echoed with the weight of history: "Do you remember my grudge from these past days?" It was April 1701, and Asano Naganori, the lord of Akō domain, had just challenged Kira Yoshinaka, a senior master of ceremony, to account for the insults he had endured. With a swift motion, Asano's short sword pierced the air, marking the beginning of an unforgettable saga.