Faldio attempts to socialize with Alicia with mixed results. Despite the success of Squad 7 in capturing the Vasel Bridge from the Imperials, General Damon of the Gallian Regular Army remains disdainful of the Militia, and chooses to exclude Squad 7 from participation in an assault on a vital Imperial supply base in Kloden, leading to widespread resentment from the Militia. Alicia is troubled by Welkin's quiet acceptance of General Damon's implicit insult, but Faldio seizes the chance to encourage her to have more faith in Welkin. Damon is defeated by General Gregor of the Imperial Army and Squad 7 is then ordered to attack Kloden, with support from Faldio's Squad 1.