After Natalia’s return, her grandmother declares her the family’s lucky star and schedules a public welcome ceremony in three days to confirm her as the legitimate heir. Andrew’s health visibly improves, strengthening Natalia’s standing. A rival relative, fearing her own plans will be ruined, orders two people to get rid of Natalia, arguing only her removal will free the inheritance. The pair balk, calling the scheme murder, but the conspiracy is set in motion. The episode closes with Natalia’s life quietly threatened and the countdown to the ceremony ticking down.