Camilla introduces a reflection on couple relationships drawing inspiration from literary examples, to analyze the theme of women who are socially and economically stronger than men. Meanwhile, Torre and Berardi conduct a neighborhood investigation that leads to gossip and everyday banality, between soap operas and moral judgments.

Ottavia and Romano speak with Senatore who tells about his ambiguous relationship with Lara, described as an honest, reserved woman full of grace. After rejecting his advances, Lara decides to leave suddenly and when he is told that she was pregnant, the man appears genuinely surprised.

Gaetano and Camilla discuss their relationship difficulties, including jealousy and advice on how to communicate better. The conversation intertwines with investigative work when Camilla asks for more information regarding the recent murder.

Renzo, left without work, goes through a moment of deep frustration and is hurt when he discovers that Camilla tried to help him by turning to Gaetano. Between jealousy, pride and hurtful words, a domestic argument breaks out between the two that ends with Renzo's decision to go sleep on the studio couch.

While Renzo celebrates a special occasion, at the police station investigators search for leads on the murder of a young woman found in a dump. Among abandoned cars and small clues, new details emerge, while at home Camilla tries to bring serenity back into the lives of the people she cares about.

In the La Luna Nuova restaurant, dialogues about work, friendships and the past intertwine, until a phone call announces the discovery of a dead woman, breaking the normalcy and creating tension.

A controversy has erupted in front of the school, as principal Mazzeo opposes the distribution of flyers by a former student. However, Susy will manage to make him reconsider his decisions. Meanwhile, the new physical education teacher arrives and introduces himself to his colleagues.

Alex and Giuseppe wander around the neighborhood looking for the girl who might have left the newborn. When they discover her possible residence, they head towards the apartment building and meet what appears to be a neighbor.

Camilla finds herself dealing with Livietta's preadolescent demands, who has to go to a party and complains about having nothing to wear because she lacks low-waisted pants. Meanwhile, Renzo has a business lunch, hoping that a useful contact for his career might emerge.

Don Salvatore confides to Pisanelli that he received a visit from a young foreign woman and describes some significant details, elements that help the team outline possible scenarios. Meanwhile, the newborn's condition remains critical, with prognosis still guarded.

Gaetano asks Camilla how she figured out that Sabrina was Taviani's lover and congratulates her on her skill. As they decide to go to lunch together, a phone call arrives from Roberta, who wants to make peace with Gaetano. Meanwhile, at home, Renzo gets lost in an unusual conversation and prepares a disastrous dinner.

Romano stays in the hospital to monitor the condition of the newborn found in the dumpster. During the visit, the doctor asks him to choose a name for the little girl. Meanwhile, Pisanelli goes to see Don Salvatore, hoping to get some details about the case from him.

Sabrina tells the story of her encounter with Matilde and explains about the diary. Appropriate arrests are carried out. In front of the school, Berardi comes to apologize to Susy, while the principal is waiting to take her out to lunch.

Romano, very worried, accompanies the little girl found abandoned next to the dumpster in the ambulance. Meanwhile, while Lojacono and Alex patrol the neighborhood, at the hospital the doctors immediately get to work to provide first aid to the little one.

Susi, convinced that Tucci was gone for good, is surprised to see him reappear at the villa, armed and attempting to escape. He has the upper hand with his gun, but he gets some surprises, too. Finally, the suspects start talking.