While W‑0 is absent, Leila and the remaining crew at the outpost find themselves encircled by Britannian Knightmares. Steering the Vercingetorix, Shin Hyuuga spearheads the assault, having seized the Grand Master title within the Knights of St. Michael. With her key allies missing, Leila must shield her teammates, yet the task proves far harder than she anticipated: a hidden spy among them is poised to expose himself. Forced into capitulation, Leila arranges a summit with Shin to safeguard her unit. As talks unravel, Akito and an unforeseen ally arrive just in time to reverse the situation. Their combined resolve shatters the enemy's morale, securing a fleeting victory for the beleaguered base in the twilight of night.
