In the wake of the assassination attempt on Lacus, Kira and his friends realize that they have been targeted by the government of the PLANTs. Kira then receives a letter from his sister Cagalli, in which she tells him of her intention to marry Yuna and asks him to return Athrun's ring on her behalf.
Second Escort Fleet, prepare to take off!
2. Begleitflotte,
Start vorbereiten!
Segunda escolta, ¡prepárense para salir!
Segunda escolta, ¡preparaos para salir!
Faites appareiller
la 2e flotte de défense.
2ª frota de escolta, 
preparar para decolagem!