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Elling is in the hospital, and doesn't know what to say to Susanne when she visits and expresses her concern. When Lona hears what happened, she also comes to visit and discuss what has happened.

Elling goes to search the apartment, but is suddenly struck down from behind. The unknown assailant then starts a fire, which spreads quickly. Meanwhile, in Marnow, the search for Jasper is in full swing, but so far unsuccessful.

When Elling visits his mother at the care facility, he makes an astonishing discovery: Her memory performance has greatly improved! The reason for this is a medication that is still in the testing phase. The manufacturer? None other than Santovaal.

When Lona arrives at the campsite, Jasper is still in the trailer. Lona sends him home. She seems melancholic, even the next day when she goes out on the lake alone.