Spoiler
After V.V. recruits Jeremiah, Bartley is ordered by the Emperor to help finish Jeremiah's modifications,
which he does not seem happy about. After completing his task, he expresses his desire to leave, knowing that
the Emperor's plans could mean the end of the world. During the Black Knights' assault on the Geass Directorate
stronghold, Bartley is killed in the attack. Before his demise, he sees C.C. and laments to the deceased Prince
Clovis that they should never have captured her.