Edward and Alphonse meet with Mustang at the hospital, where they look over the events that occurred in the Third Laboratory, and they realize that the Homunculi's hideout may signify just how high up the level of corruption in the military is. Scar returns to Central to begin his killing spree anew, and the brothers come up with a dangerous plan to both confront Scar and lure the Homunculi out of hiding. Ling and Lan Fan hear of their intentions and eagerly agree to assist them, but are soon faced with a situation that threatens their survival.