The Great Snake's Bride Vol. 7

The monk Ankei has been imprisoned in a country where the sun never sets. There, he continues an ongoing battle with immortal wolves. What could push him to persist, day after day? Meanwhile, Tokitarou, son of the giant snake, is worried about his friend Takahiko. Takahiko was his first friend, and now he's leaving for another journey. How can he help his only comrade stay safe while traveling?