I got to be honest, the timing in which Megumi arrived was some good timing. For a second, I thought Aoshi had something to do with it, which wouldn't make sense. It was more so her not wanting to stay behind and follow her heart much like Kaoru. Good on Ougni-sensei to give her the extra push.
It's good to see that Okina at least isn't dead, but still, he is in no condition for now. Misao how packed her resolve quicker than I expected. She sets out to be the leader of the Oniwaban group. Though I am happy she has the resolve to fight Aoshi when the time comes. Thanks to Yahiko and Kaoru no more bloodshed happened because they gave Aoshi what he wanted. Kenshin will be coming for you after all setting out to kill Okina.
Well, Sano most likely got lost again and realized it would be easier to be sent to the prison where Saito is and have him lead him to Kenshin and Kyoto. Though with Cho we learn two important things. Sojiro and the newly learned about Usui are the most dangerous men under Shishio. Though unlike Sojiro who is incredibly loyal to Shishio, Usui is not, but the way Shishio commands his respect by the means of strength is actually interesting.
Tho a bigger concern for both Sano and Saito is what Shishio's plans actually are and for Kyoto. The motivations for Saito and Sano are different, but strive for a common goal. Saito not wanting to lose what his fallen brethren fought for and for Sano it is the people of Kyoto. As they deserve to be protected for the peace that they should finally have.