Through the investigation into the death of principal Paulitz, Christiane is again confronted with the events of that time and her loss. Nevertheless, it is time for her and Philipp to find their way back to life; The situation at the Lemarchals escalates. Only Christiane seems to have a connection to Olivier; Doris is fed up with the business and realizes that her job as a mother is not an easy one either - Sarah quickly makes that clear to her; Miriam is unsettled by Joachim's behavior and is willing to do anything to protect her children.