When Kotarou goes back to Kazamatsuri, he is drawn to Kagari, who tells him that she must find good memories to prevent the destruction of life on Earth. He agrees to help her with the intention of trying to end the conflict between Gaia and Guardian. Kotarou volunteers to monitor a low-priority zone in the forest so he can operate freely, giving him time to infiltrate Gaia and become a summoner. Kotarou learns about an internal power struggle within Gaia and plans to use it to his advantage. Meanwhile, he keeps in contact with Jasmine and continues sending her information he uncovers. While walking in the forest, Kotarou finds that Kotori is now a druid and has been protecting Kagari with a barrier.