Issei is severely outmatched and nearly killed by Freed until the Occult Research Club members arrive to save him. However, they are forced to leave Asia behind because the transportation circle only works for members of the Gremory Clan . The episode ends on a tragic note with Issei feeling powerless as Asia is taken away by the Fallen Angels. Season 2 (New), Episode 3: "The Holy Sword is Here!"

The episode takes a dark turn when Freed Sellzen , a psychotic rogue priest from the Church, appears. Unlike the holy figures Issei expected, Freed is violent and seeks to kill Issei simply for being a Devil.

While walking through the city, Issei encounters Asia, a nun who has just arrived in Japan and is lost. Despite being a Devil, Issei finds himself drawn to her innocent nature, and the two spend the day together, marking his "first friend".