Back in the present, Takemichi is stunned to learn that he has become officer in Toman. Kisaki seizes an opportunity to dupe him, and Takemichi finds himself staring down the barrel of a gun.

Mitsuya arrives at the church, but is seriously injured in a surprise attack. Finding himself in another pinch, Takemichi gathers himself and makes a bold declaration regarding the future of Black Dragon. Though Taiju continues to beat him down, Takemichi keeps getting back up to face him again.