Synopsis

Masato persists in cultivating suspicion between Yuji and Takumi. In combat with Aki, Takumi falters, unable to deliver the final blow. Aki seizes this opportunity, repelling his attacker. The struggle within Aki continues, a constant war against his own nature. He agrees to meet Mari. As Mari approaches, she is ambushed by another Orphenoch. Aki intervenes, shielding her from harm. Masato arrives, ready to engage in battle.