Akane-banashi manga volume 9 features story by Yuki Suenaga and art by Takamasa Moue.

Akane is finally able to show off her father's rakugo to the world, but in doing so she discovers there was something lacking… which means there's a chance for his style and for herself to grow. After the four-person selection event, Kaisei has some harsh words for Akane, but they don't deter her from continuing on her path alongside Shiguma's other apprentices toward greater heights. Then, Akane is presented with the chance of a lifetime when a certain master who can help get her promoted to the rank of futatsume comes into the picture.