Kirito and Eugeo are now considered criminals for having violated the Taboo Index and are thrown into the underground prison in the Central Cathedral. Meanwhile, on the Ocean Turtle in the real world, Asuna is watching over Kazuto as he's being treated.

Cardinal finishes her explanation of the Administrators Origins and gives Kirito a word of warning. Then the three discuss plans to free Alice and save the world from the Administrators control. They're going to need some weapons.