Opening Ceremony has been split into two stages. Rumors are spreading around the school that the Kao Council is divided and that Hoshitani and the other second-years are the cause. Shiki and Fuyusawa clash over their differences once again, and Fuyusawa angrily decides to take action. He completely calls into question Shiki`s suitability to lead. "I`m with Shiki," Chiaki says, giving Fuyusawa one final warning now that he can no longer turn back.