Luna faces a tense demand from Alpha to become pregnant, as only this can destroy her mysterious second soul, Mark. Meanwhile, Luna reflects on Mr. Blumehl's harsh demeanor and wonders if he's simply never experienced love, prompting her to consider treating him more kindly. Later, Luna receives an acceptance letter to the elite Imperial Institute of Technology’s School of Medicine, but learns that admission often depends on connections. Mr. Blumehl reveals himself as an investor there and offers her a guaranteed spot, ending with an unsettling question about her feelings toward children, leaving her with a daunting choice ahead.