In a new, sprawling mine Hans smells danger and orders miners to put out cigarettes when he learns the site’s gas level is way over the safety limit and an open flame would explode instantly. The team quickly extinguishes their smokes; they thank Hans and tell him to rest, but the mine’s hazardous readings remain unresolved. Later, Ms. Scott accepts a bouquet from Bryn, who worries about meeting Dr. Lind — brought here by her father — and asks, “Would he be interested in me?” Bryn is urged to seize the chance as she heads in.