Episode 17: Return to the Labyrinth

Ayato takes Quon toward Tokyo Jupiter, but Elvy receives orders to retrieve them in the Vermillion, regardless of the cost; Iishiki intends to accuse Ayato of treason even if he returns without resistance. Haruka secretly accompanies Elvy, who catches up with Ayato near Tokyo Jupiter; a Dolem intervenes, giving Ayato time to enter before it follows, while Elvy pursues them. Ayato wakes in a hospital, his mother comes for him, and Quon remains there. During the trip home, he speaks with his friends until Asahina panics over something wrong and forgotten, while Mamoru dismisses her fear; at home, Ayato sees his blood is red, then learns his mother's is blue, and his scream wakes Quon.

Aired Jun 11, 2002