The IS class goes on a leisurely field trip with the girls vying for Ichika's attention. Ichika reminisces his past with Houki and Chifuyu. Afterwards, Ichika and Houki walk together when Squall appears and kindly share a camera picture for them, just as Squall departs she mentions Ichika's name, having him curious to how she knew him. While leaving, the class is attacked at their various locations by Phantom Task. Madoka appeared before Ichika, piloting the Black Knight IS.