Enraged by the attack on Kozue, Ikumi seizes control of the Vital Guarder and threatens to destroy the Ryvius unless everyone can coexist peacefully until they are rescued. Taking responsibility for the deaths of students during the Dicastia battle, Juli resigns as captain! Taking complete command of the Ryvius, Ikumi institutes a system of brutal martial law to maintain order. The closer they get to seeking refuge on Uranus, the further everyone drifts apart.