Saito is overjoyed to find himself back in Japan, having returned to the fighter. When he finds that Louise is not with him, Saito realizes that returning without her has no meaning anymore. The fighter crash and Saito awakens to find that it was all a dream and he is still in Halkeginia. He hugs Louise, grateful for her presence which embarrasses her. She explains that she's grateful that he stayed behind for her sake, including letting him sleep in her bed...