As the Kotetsujyo nears Yashiro station it becomes obvious it has suffered a major attack recently. Mumei meets with an old aquaintance which puts her in an odd mood. The growing food shortage forces the group to take risks in in order to advance.

The Kotetsujyo reaches Shitori station. Luckily it's still unharmed, this means the crew can stock up on supplies and spend some well earned leisure time.