Later in the day at Robo Mall, Nhia, Simbad, Rune, and Mr. Kaika gather in the lobby, accompanied by Stella who navigates the bustling surroundings, bustling with shoppers. Stella's attention is briefly caught by a hooded figure with a crown symbol on his back ascending the escalator. However, she doesn't dwell on it, continuing on her way outside the mall to meet her sister Judith(21), another security guard at the establishment.
Once outside, Stella inquires if Judith is prepared for the upcoming task. Judith affirms her readiness and expresses optimism about securing the entrance of Cameda. Spotting her boyfriend's arrival, Judith embraces him with open arms, introducing him as Hasan(22). Greeting him, Stella reminds Judith to stay focused on her duties, considering the potential appearance of Cameda. Hasan indicates his presence is connected to the same matter.
Suddenly, a significant crowd forms at the mall's entrance. Stella swiftly communicates with the other security guards via radio to manage the situation. They collectively work to control the gathering as a van arrives, from which Cameda and Will disembark. The crowd reacts by hurling debris at them, prompting Stella and Judith to intervene by restraining those engaged in throwing trash. During the commotion, Stella observes Hasan recording the event with his phone, and she notices the hooded man with the crown emblem passing by Hasan. An uneasiness settles within her regarding the hooded figure, though she quickly refocuses her attention on crowd management.
Cameda and Will arrive in Rex's office, where Cameda delivers a message urging Rex to depart from Old Berry Town. Confused, Rex seeks clarification, prompting Cameda to explain that reliable sources have informed him of significant military armament were transported into a nearby prison by the higher authorities in Radiant City. The intent is to employ these weapons against Radiant City's leader, Zack. Rex counters, noting that mere military weapons are insufficient against Zack, who, as one of the big three, possesses the potent nine-tails fox powers, making him the sole possessor of divine magical abilities in Radiant City. Acknowledging this, Cameda concurs but reveals that Zack is currently absent from Radiant City, situated instead in Nemura City. This temporal void represents an opportune moment to initiate conflict. He adds that the corrupt higher-ups, who also manipulate the justice systems, plan to unveil these military armaments imminently. Cameda intends to expose their nefarious agenda before the weaponry is seized, anticipating retaliation from the enraged higher-ups.
Rex inquires why Cameda hasn't already alerted the populace of Old Berry Town. Cameda explains that the higher-ups have spies infiltrating the town, ready to counteract his warnings with deceit. He trusts only Rex and his allies as the honorable individuals to convey the truth. Rex concurs, acknowledging the higher-ups' control over the prison system, which likely conceals the weaponry. He commits to informing his family members discreetly, ensuring that the information remains confidential. Rex admits he had suspected Cameda's alliance with the higher-ups, but Cameda disavows this allegiance, crediting Will with convincing him to change his path. Will's smile corroborates Cameda's words as Rex nods in understanding.
Nhia gazes out of the window, observing the substantial crowd that has assembled at the mall's entrance. Simbad remarks that this gathering is for Cameda, the new police captain. Curious, Nhia questions the reasons behind the crowd's animosity towards Cameda. Simbad explains that prevalent rumors suggest Cameda's involvement in corruption. Reflecting on this, Nhia opines that, in the absence of credible evidence, these rumors might not suffice to label Cameda as corrupt. He turns to Mr. Kaika for validation, only to realize that Mr. Kaika is nowhere to be seen. Nhia scans the crowd in search of Mr. Kaika, his gaze sweeping through the shoppers. Concurrently, Rune also surveys the surroundings, detecting an air of unease.
Walking down an extended corridor, Cameda and Will spot Mr. Kaika at the far end. Cameda wears a knowing smile, remarking that Will's instincts were accurate; the higher-ups' spies were plotting an assassination against him and that his suggestion to head into Robo Mall offers the best defensive position. In response, Will raises his voice, accusing Mr. Kaika of being a spy for the higher-ups. The revelation impresses Mr. Kaika, who acknowledges Will's keen deduction. Curious about Will's quick realization, Mr. Kaika questions, but before Will can enthusiastically elaborate, Mr. Kaika pulls out a pistol and fires a shot.
Reacting swiftly, Cameda shoves Will's head aside just in time to narrowly dodge the bullet. Cameda and Will nimbly evade to the sides, rolling into adjacent rooms as doors on both sides open. An astonished Mr. Kaika finds himself confined as a wall emerges from the floor, sealing him within. The walls start closing in, attempting to crush Mr. Kaika. He retaliates by firing magic-imbued bullets that pierce through the encroaching wall. With a powerful kick, Mr. Kaika shatters the barrier, leaving Cameda to remark that their adversary possesses magical abilities. Will concurs, observing the telltale signs.
Emerging from his office room, Rex approaches Mr. Kaika, expressing his disappointment in discovering the guard of Dober's son to be a spy for the higher-ups. Mr. Kaika nonchalantly admits his motivation stems from monetary gain, his mission being to eliminate Cameda and his companion. Unexpectedly, a room moves down next to Mr. Kaika, and as Cameda fires his gun, Mr. Kaika swiftly reacts, firing back, only to realize he shot a hologram. Cameda and Will reappear from their respective rooms, guns aimed at Mr. Kaika. Dodging one bullet but taking a hit to his wrist from another bullet, Mr. Kaika drops his weapon due to the pain. Cameda instructs him to keep his hands where he can see them, prompting a cynical laugh from Mr. Kaika, who asserts that he doesn't need a gun to eliminate them. He releases an magic energy ball from his hand, hurtling it towards them.
Rex summons a wall from the floor, creating a barricade that intercepts the energy ball. The collision triggers a powerful explosion. Reacting swiftly, Rex pulls Cameda and Will away from the blast, ushering them into another room. Rex suggests that their odds against magic users are grim. Inquiring whether Rex can aid them, Cameda receives a reluctant response. Rex concedes that since Cameda is present, he feels compelled to help.
After wrapping a bandage around his wounded wrist, Mr. Kaika ventures into the enveloping smoke. Swiftly, he forcefully kicks down the door leading to where Rex and the others are situated. Harnessing his magical prowess, Mr. Kaika rapidly employs his powers to raise the nearby tables and shelves, causing them to crash down upon Rex, Will, and Cameda. However, as the objects descend, the holographic images of Rex, Will, and Cameda remain standing. Mr. Kaika suddenly comprehends that he has been deceived, spinning around just as the door seals shut behind him.
In an instant, the floor beneath him falls apart, sending Mr. Kaika plummeting into the depths of a dark abyss. Amid the darkness, he perceives the colossal head of a giant robot lying at the bottom of the pit. The immense automaton's maw opens wide as Mr. Kaika hurtles toward it. Employing his magical energy, Mr. Kaika manages to propel himself away from the looming jaws, landing roughly on the floor below. The rooms around him undergo a disorienting transformation, causing Mr. Kaika to nimbly dodge a series of walls intent on striking him. The floor beneath him suddenly elevates, thrusting him onto a descending ceiling. Employing magical explosions, Mr. Kaika shatters through the ceiling, only to encounter a colossal robot's fist that hurls him aside, causing him to crash and roll across the floor. Coughing up blood, Mr. Kaika painfully acknowledges his disadvantaged position.
As the floor gives way once more, he falls through it, only to be pummeled upward by another colossal robot fist. Employing his magic to mitigate the impact, Mr. Kaika hovers above the floor, his magical energies keeping him aloft. From an adjacent area, Rex, Cameda, and Will emerge from the floor. Rex notes that they are on his home turf, implying that victory is impossible for Mr. Kaika. Will suggests that Mr. Kaika must be expending a considerable amount of magic, and Cameda surmises that he might soon run out, at which point they can apprehend him. However, Rex insists that apprehension won't suffice; they must eliminate him. Infused with powerful magical energy, Mr. Kaika propels himself towards them.
Reacting with his own magic, Rex conjures a multitude of walls in defense. Mr. Kaika smashes through the walls with his magical prowess. Rex laments that he has already expended ten percent of Robo Mall's energy in the confrontation. He glances at a screen displaying a bar still at 72 percent, perplexed by its lack of decrease despite the energy expenditure. Determined, Rex declares that he will conclude the battle quickly. Employing his magic, he summons two colossal robot arms that seize Mr. Kaika, encased in his own magical aura. Rex then summons the robot's head, opening its massive maw in an attempt to devour Mr. Kaika. Employing his remaining magic, Mr. Kaika propels himself upward just in the nick of time, narrowly evading the colossal robot's jaws.
Crashing through the mall floor, Mr. Kaika lands within a shop that specializes in selling noodle bowls, positioned near the front entrance of the mall. He's covered in blood, bearing severe injuries. Despite his grievous condition, he musters the strength to crawl. A wave of panic sweeps through the shoppers, causing them to flee the scene, leaving behind a chaotic tableau of wreckage and bloodshed.
Nhia enters the store, aghast at the scene before him, and questions about Mr. Kaika's predicament. Through his pain, Mr. Kaika explains that he had been subjected to an attack. Meanwhile, in the mall's lobby, Simbad observe the fleeing shoppers and the commotion near Nhia and Mr. Kaika's location. Simbad proposes investigating the situation, while Rune remains transfixed by the unfolding events outside. Suddenly, Rune experiences a surge of battle instincts, prompting his intense focus. Simbad expresses his inability to sense anything unusual, prompting Rune to emphasize that he rarely experiences such feelings and when he does it's a moment for war.
Outside, Stella and Judith continue to manage the crowd, with Stella taking swift action to deter an individual attempting to hurl a bag of trash towards the mall. As a result of her forceful intervention, the person falls, releasing a spurt of blood from his mouth upon impact. Onlookers respond by pointing their phone cameras at Stella, accusing her of assault. Amid the mounting tension, other security personnel strive to pacify the situation. However, the person on the ground continues to vomit substantial quantities of blood, shocking the crowd into stepping back, creating a noticeable gap between them and the stricken individual.
The individual raises his head, and his eyes roll back, revealing the whites as his body collapses onto the pool of blood. Strangely, his legs manage to prop him up without the use of his arms. Slouched over, he lifts his head again, his eyes undergoing a disturbing transformation as his veins around his face begin to pulsate rapidly. Panic ensues among those present as the individual undergoes a shocking metamorphosis into a zombie. The transformed figure fixates on Stella, leaping towards her in a sudden assault. Stella falls backward, grappling with the zombie's attempt to bite her. Other security guards rush to her aid, prying the zombie away, but not before it bites another guard. Stella is left covered in blood.
Amid the chaos, Stella surveys her surroundings, witnessing more zombies emerging from the crowd, attacking and biting other individuals. Amid the turmoil, she hears Judith's voice and observes Hasan aiding her, pushing a zombie away. Despite the shock, Stella remains immobile. The pandemonium continues unabated. Judith and Hasan come to her rescue, lifting Stella as they maneuver away from the advancing zombies. Inside the building, a disconcerting sight greets them: numerous shoppers have succumbed, puking blood as they transform into zombies. The newly transformed assailants launch attacks on the shoppers who remain. Simultaneously, Rune and Simbad do their best to defend those in danger, kicking zombies away.
Suddenly, Stella becomes a target for an oncoming zombie. In a surreal moment, time seems to slow down as Stella perceives the impending attack. With a burst of realization, she snaps back to reality, overcome by an intense urge to move. Just in time, she manages to narrowly evade the zombie's bite, causing the creature to crash through glass doors. In the midst of the turmoil, Stella observes Hasan and Judith aiding other shoppers, attempting to shield them from the encroaching threat. Motivated by their actions, Stella springs into action, delivering a swift kick to a zombie's face, setting off a chain reaction as it collides with others.
Taking stock of the overwhelming numbers of zombies and potential victims, Stella, Judith, and Hasan make the difficult decision to flee deeper into the mall, eluding the relentless horde. Similarly, Simbad and Rune recognize the dire situation and opt to retreat from the chaos.
Escaping the shop with Mr. Kaika in tow, Nhia witnesses a horrifying scene as a zombie closes in on a woman, pouncing on her back and delivering a biting attack. Confusion and concern grip Nhia, prompting him to consider intervening, yet the growing tide of fleeing shoppers and the multiplying zombies forestall his actions. The shock of the unfolding spectacle overwhelms him. In the midst of the chaos, Mr. Kaika employs his magic to repel the encroaching zombies, buying them some respite. Nhia moves swiftly, supporting Mr. Kaika and guiding him deeper into the mall.
Their path leads them to an intersection awash with pandemonium, zombies attacking from all directions. The labyrinthine chaos perplexes Nhia, rendering each route unsafe. Mr. Kaika's continued use of magic provides a protective barrier against the onslaught of advancing zombies. Amid the turmoil, a woman stumbles in front of Nhia, her shoulder already bearing a bite wound. Imploring Nhia for help, her condition deteriorates rapidly as she transforms into a zombie, Mr. Kaika then fends her away. In disbelief, Nhia voices his incredulity, grappling with the surreal nature of the unfolding events. Clinging to his head, he seems to hope he will awaken from this nightmarish dream.
Underneath of the mall, Rex, Cameda, and Will observe the escalating turmoil through an array of surveillance cameras. Will acknowledges the reality of the outbreak, while Rex remains in shock, struggling to respond as he sifts through the screens, desperately seeking ways to save the uninfected. Harnessing his magical abilities, Rex takes action as the monitor displays a scene: a pair of shoppers plummet downward alongside a duo of zombies. Reacting swiftly, the floors promptly ascend, sealing the breach in the surface. Will's attention is drawn upwards, where he witnesses the unfortunate sight of shoppers descending from higher levels. Employing his magical abilities, Rex manipulates the environment to create a soft landing for a group of falling shoppers, cushioning their fall and thwarting the accompanying zombies. Will acts quickly, guiding the shoppers away from the undead.
Cameda dispatches the two zombies rising to their feet with well-aimed shots, but the bullets targeting their bodies prove ineffective. A realization dawns as Will urgently instructs him to target their heads. Adjusting his aim, Cameda fires at their heads, resulting in the zombies collapsing lifeless. Amidst the turmoil, Rex grapples with panic, utilizing his magical prowess to open sections of the mall floors to save more people. However, his efforts also inadvertently admit zombies, complicating the situation.
Undeterred, Cameda and Will persist in their efforts to rescue people. Cameda exhausts his ammunition while contending with a relentless zombie. Quick thinking from Will, who employs a shopper's bag to obscure the zombie's vision, prevents an attack. With the zombie disoriented, Cameda seizes the opportunity, delivering a decisive kick to disable it. Reacting promptly, Cameda directs Rex to fortify the section of the floor they stand on. Responding to Cameda's command, Rex alters the floor's composition, transforming it into a sturdy barrier. Cameda capitalizes on this enhancement, brutally stomping on the zombie's head, shattering its skull.
While Cameda and Will grapple with their dire situation, they glance upward to observe the ongoing descent of more people and zombies from above. A sense of urgency propels them forward. Meanwhile, Rex's attention shifts to a slowly filling energy bar on display, its progress haltingly advancing to 85%. Baffled by this unforeseen development, Rex contemplates the potential role of Nhia's enigmatic toy phone in this phenomenon. As the bar's ascent continues, Rex remains fixated on the perplexing display.