At the Warren household, Alice brings a paper crane to sick Ian while Mrs. Warren prepares his medicine and pushes for surgery. Alice teaches Ian to fold the crane and briefly soothes him; Ian admits he loves the village but worries about his illness. Mrs. Warren asks why he won't undergo the operation and steps away, leaving Alice to persuade him. Instead Ian abruptly says, "Something's come up. I'm leaving," and bolts. Mrs. Warren and Alice call after him—"Please go through with the surgery." The episode ends with Ian gone and his treatment choice unresolved.