Erwin reveals he kept his plans secret to prevent leaks. As Jean and Armin wonder if sacrificing their humanity to defeat the Titans is worth the price, Erwin attends a government inquiry. As Eren recuperates, he admits to Mikasa, Jean, and Armin that he allowed Annie to get herself encased. When it appears Eren is about to eat Annie, he stops once he sees her crying, and her body starts encasing itself in crystal. As Annie falls, she remembers her father asking for forgiveness, telling her to hate the world and ask her to promise him she will come back home. However, Mikasa cuts off Annie's Titan fingers, sending her falling.
After exchanging several blows, a berserk Eren completely overpowers Annie who attempts to escape by climbing up Wall Sina. Meanwhile, Erwin tells Nile he will accept responsibility for the damage his plan has caused, for which Nile has Erwin arrested while the Military Police help evacuate the civilians. Eren and Annie fight each other as Titans throughout Stohess, causing destruction and civilian deaths while Hange orders her men to stand by before they capture Annie.
