As night falls over Asakusa, the streets are quiet after the chaos of the battle with the White-Clad and their doppelgänger scheme. Company 8 and Company 7 fought side by side, but now the aftermath leaves the city on edge, uncertain of what’s to come.

Atop a towering building, Benimaru Shinmon stands, his flames swirling around him. The weight of leadership presses on him, and he feels the responsibility of protecting Asakusa. Konro Sagamiya, his mentor and friend, stands behind him, exhausted and weakened from illness. He has not fought since the beginning of the battle, and his condition prevents him from stepping back into the fight.

“You’re the one they need now, Benimaru. Asakusa needs you, not me. Lead them.” Konro says, his voice steady despite his fatigue.

Benimaru, overwhelmed in the beginning, now understands the truth of Konro’s words. Konro has always been the pillar of Asakusa, and now it’s Benimaru’s turn to take that mantle. With newfound resolve, he steps forward. He raises his hand high, and with a fierce surge of pyrokinetic power, lifts the lower half of the building into the sky. The flames rage around him as his voice echoes over the district:

“The White-Clad are hiding among you. Tear down their lies! Find the doppelgängers and burn them to the ground!”

The citizens, once fearful, now rise in defiance, emboldened by Benimaru’s command. Beneath him, Konro watches, proud yet silently hoping his friend can lead them to victory.

Benimaru faces a White-Clad agent, flames clashing in a fierce battle. His power is overwhelming, but the fight is far from over.

Meanwhile, Company 7 stands ready. Takehisa Hinawa, ever the strategist, scans the area for threats. Maki Oze, poised and prepared, stands with clenched fists, ready to charge into the fray. And even though Konro is not fighting, his watchful gaze ensures his squad remains vigilant. Shinra and Aurther are near each other, alert. And tamari of squad 1 was standing by as well. Obi, 7th captain, was taking on the infernals on the ground.