Xander suffers from dangerous asthma attacks linked to a past fire rescue, causing concern among his family and doctors. His parents visit him during a follow-up, revealing their distant relationship and lingering guilt. Xander struggles with feeling like an outsider in his own family despite their care. Meanwhile, Samuel, a man connected to Xander, hides his volunteer work from others to avoid burdening them. As the family tries to support Xander with warmth and fish soup, a new volunteer arrives after five years, introducing an unexpected shift that leaves the episode ending on a tense note.