At the family mecha trials, Sheila Shaw pilots a powerful bonded mecha but struggles as her spiritual energy becomes unstable, limiting her Crane Mecha's development to C-class despite her A-class potential. Rival family members dismiss others as useless, aiming to reclaim the Spiritual Energy Jade prize. Sheila faces a dangerous first-tier demon ape whose horn drains spiritual energy, forcing her to fight desperately. After barely holding on, her brother Chad encourages her, recognizing her recent spiritual energy manifestation that edges her toward becoming a second-tier pilot. As Sheila prepares to summon her next mecha, the intense competition and risks escalate without resolution.