Years after Genji's passing, court society revolves around two young nobles: Prince Niou (Genji's grandson) and Kaoru (officially Genji's younger son, but secretly Kashiwagi's). While Kaoru emits an innate bodily fragrance, Niou rivals him by scenting robes with heavy incenses. Introspective Kaoru harbors thoughts of renouncing the world, in sharp contrast to the flamboyant, amorous Niou.
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