Two months after a painful loss, Hi-Yean struggles with deep despair, feeling she has hit her lowest point when her hopes of pregnancy fade and attempts to reach someone important fail repeatedly. Meanwhile, rumors spread that Jo Yu-Mi gained a leading role through questionable means, causing others to see her negatively. Despite promises of support, Hi-Yean cannot hold on and breaks contact with Yu-Mi. The episode ends with anonymous messages accusing Yu-Mi of orchestrating Hi-Yean’s downfall, leaving their friendship and future uncertain.