Yamaji addresses questions from one of his lieutenants regarding Higan's survival. Meanwhile, Mike joins forces with Higan and Emma to launch their own independent investigation into AUZA.

A mysterious benefactor warns Higan that it's impossible for him to infiltrate AUZA City without any help. Meanwhile, Mike and Emma walk away from the accident with light injuries and relaunch their investigation into AUZA and the ninjas.

Mike uses information from Emma to track down Jason, a former AUZA employee. Elsewhere, after having his first attempt to infiltrate AUZA City stopped by Zai, Higan learns of an alternate route from the mysterious benefactor.

Aska rescues Higan from certain doom and her true identity is unveiled. Meanwhile, Mike learns that he is now wanted by his own agency, the FBI.

As Higan and Lil engage in combat, Higan achieves complete synchronization with his Gusoku Gear, known as "Kamui." Afterward, Yamaji finally orders Zai to eliminate Higan.