The secret workings of NERV beginnings become clear as SEELE mercilessly interrogates Fuyutsuki in a ruthless bid to uncover Gendou Ikari's hidden agenda. While an unexpected interloper works to sabotage their plans, the truth behind the origin of NERV and the Evangelions and the mind-reeling possibilities that may soon become horrifying reality are slowly revealed. We are taken back to 1999 where it all begin and find out some secrets about Unit-01 and Rei. Surpassed by Shinji, Asuka falls into an emotional pit. In addition to that, an Angel appears and mentally attacks Asuka's mind forcing her to remember painful memories. Rei is sent out to destroy the angel with the Lance of Longinus. With one throw, the Angel is destroyed and the lance fall in orbit over the moon. Shinji has no words to console her afterwards.