Synopsis

Shinji notices Yui's presence dimming, yet initially dismisses his concern. Later, Yui herself perceives the fading and is overcome with a rising panic, prompting her to request Ren's assistance. The ORE Journal faces closure following the failure to secure the Mirror Monster story. However, the Chief Editor assures Shinji that the Journal will endure so long as his computer remains secure. Within the mirror's depths, a younger version of Yui manifests and cautions the present Yui of an im