Ep. 5: Akira accepts Kengo as an ally after he proves his worth in battle against Kokuchi.

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At Bar Still, Kengo confronts Akira and Aya about his exclusion from the group, citing his perceived uselessness in combat. He leaves to fight bullies, inadvertently saving Haruka, and is left alone by his rescuer. Meanwhile, Aya urges Akira to apologize, reminding him of Kengo’s lifelong loyalty. A blue-haired man named Nanaya arrives with a subordinate, Ruru, who explains that Shirogane maintains balance between the Light and Shadow worlds. Nanaya leaves a Kokuchi-possessed Kengo to attack Akira. After Akira frees Kengo, he initially refuses to involve him further to protect him. However, Kengo insists on joining. Akira retrieves an Al Cesta glove from Shirogane’s coat, officially accepting Kengo as a comrade.