Kieran struggles to awaken his Esper power but is warned that forcing the SSS-Class Abyssar to awaken prematurely will cost him ten years of life. Despite exhaustion and others urging him to quit, Kieran refuses, driven by his goal to join the Exalted Legion and uncover the truth behind certain deaths. He faces off against a fierce opponent who threatens to kill him, revealing a violent history involving his parents. As the pressure mounts, Kieran decides to proceed with awakening the Abyssar, risking his lifespan while his allies plead for a ceasefire. The episode ends with Kieran on the brink of a dangerous transformation.