Rei reappears suddenly at school, acting as if nothing has happened, but Aoi knows something is off. Rei's eyes are distant, and she's following every rule perfectly now. Aoi confronts her, only for Rei to tell her that some things are better left unknown. But Aoi refuses to back down. She convinces Rei to help her escape. Together, they begin making plans. However, Rei warns her that the people running the town won't let them leave easily. That night, as Aoi prepares to flee, her house locks down, trapping her inside.