At a roundtable discussion, Akane confronts Issei Aragawa and directly asks him about the reason for Shinta's expulsion. Issei dismisses the surrounding reporters and sees through Akane's deception, realizing that she is a disciple of Shiguma. As Akane falters, Issei finally begins to explain the true meaning behind the expulsion incident six years ago, a topic he had never addressed before. What thoughts will arise in Akane's mind as she learns the reason for her father's expulsion, a question she has long sought...?