The Neo UN agrees to the terms proposed by the top brass of Alvis for the return of the latter`s prisoners of war. At the same time, Hester Gallop is informed that the new Fafner under development by the Neo UN is in experimental stages. Memories from her youth, when she first established the Neo UN, flash through Hester`s mind; she has her own convictions and things she wishes to protect. However, certain personnel within the Neo UN have contacted Tatsumiyajima with plans of their own...