In an old tradition, the family council is called to discuss the damage Niko and his buddy Mike have done to the mill. The shocked parents suspect that Niko can't handle their separation. Even Julian allows himself to be persuaded by Niko to meet with the parents. At the end of the conversation, Dorothee and Clemens decide to try again for the sake of their children. This is most painful for Clemens' lover Sue, who - quite rightly - does not believe that it is concern for the children that is driving Clemens back to Dorothee. But their first evening together in the penthouse turns out quite differently than Clemens had imagined. Dorothee can't simply forget his affair with Sue and feel like a loving wife again. She keeps him at a distance and asks him to give her time. Matthias Hassencamp also needs time, as the rift with his wife gnaws away at him. Several times he tries to see and talk to Hanna - but again and again he loses his courage.
—Zalhera