Shin is very close to obtaining the US$1.5 million required to terminate his contract and return to Japan, but during his final sortie, he becomes dangerously nervous. Meanwhile, Kanzaki conspires with shadowy businessmen to take over Yamato Air Lines, which belong to Ryouko's father, and marry Shin's girlfriend in one fell swoop. Finally, Greg Gates, another of the Area's mercenaries, learns from McCoy the truth behind Makoto's mission.