Chylka goes to the media to declare her decision to appeal the court's ruling. Zelazny goes behind Chylka's back to prevent further trials.

Kordian is hospitalised after a savage beating. Although he is idolised at work, Zelazny instructs Chylka to get rid of her assistant.

Kordian gives in to Gorzym's threats and Chylka no longer trusts him. When Chylka's client sees that they aren't together, he refuses to talk.