The two Saints Kanzaki Kaori and Acqua of the Back begin their clash, and not even Kaori's swordsmanship was able to excel against Acqua's skills. However, what troubled Kaori was how Acqua belittles the Amakusas and how he used the extent of his strength as a Saint to endanger the life of a powerless boy. Disregarding Kaori's accusations, Acqua continues his offense against the Saint of the Far East. Meanwhile, Touma finally regains consciousness as Index sleeps by his side. He is sure that Acqua is still fighting the Amakusas at this moment so, disregarding his injuries, he leaves the hospital room.