Kirito makes up his mind to journey to Centoria. Since he'll need Eugeo's help, he also decides to fell the Gigas Cedar. Meanwhile, Alice's little sister, Selka is worried about Eugeo, and opens up to Kirito about her concerns.

In the real world, Kazuto Kirigaya lies unconscious. At Kikuoka's request, Kazuto is moved to a well-equipped hospital, but when Asuna and Suguha try to visit, they're turned away. Suspicious, Asuna and the others split up to find out more about Rath.