Kazuki recalls that he caused Sōshi to lose his left eye. Hiroto Dōma rebels and locks himself up in the school's broadcasting studio, apparently upset that his dreams of stardom may not be fulfilled. He feels like he is trapped in a cage, unable to see the real world. Once convinced of unlocking the door, he apologizes for his action. Later that day, Maya invites Kazuki over to her house for dinner with her family. After Kazuki voices to Maya how he has changed since the alien invasions, he suddenly feels a sharp pain in his chest. When Maya leaves, he is shown to have green crystals growing from his hands.