Between interrogations, conflicting leads and multiplying suspicions, secrets emerge linked to the victim and their private life. Meanwhile Romano faces the weight of his own guilt and the violence he committed but is called back to a sense of responsibility by the group.

Through song, Matteo, rejected by Barbara, who chooses to remain just a friend, expresses his pain. Sofia's unconfessed feelings also emerge, as she loves Matteo in silence.

Commissioner Berardi investigates the disappearance of Mrs. Torrielli and, during an inspection, interrogates the widower Ventruti. In an informal setting, over coffee, an important detail emerges: Flora's new address.

Mrs. Nubila retraces what she knows about Lara, the young woman welcomed with almost filial affection into her family. However, the fragile balance of her life is shattered by her husband's sudden return. Di Nardo and Lojacono reveal to her an aspect of Lara's story that the woman was unaware of.

The group gets together for an evening among friends, marked however by some absences. Between relationships that are ending and unexpected revelations, the group still tries to stay united. A final toast celebrates a friendship that endures, despite everything.

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.

Marioni interrupts a lesson by his colleague Guido and harshly confronts Nathan, ordering him to show up for rehearsals with the others. The tensions center around Sara, causing conflicts to explode in the group and bringing personal vulnerabilities to light.

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.

Domenico postpones his appointment with Gloria, who is hurt and fears something is wrong. Matteo tries to make peace with his uncle to confess that he has invited some friends to dinner, while Sara finds herself dealing with a disappointment that puts her to an emotional test.

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.

Between moments of daily life and traumatic memories, lightness and reflection intertwine. Matteo organizes an evening with friends, while Domenico has an intimate conversation about music and a love still apparently to be discovered.

Rosario is in a bad mood and is isolating himself from the group. Matteo, happy to have stopped by Barbara's, seizes the opportunity to invite the whole company to dinner.

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.