Diego De Silva talks about his connection with Salerno and reflects on how contradictions, uneasiness, and complex relationships with one's places of origin fuel writing. Through personal memories and references to Vincenzo Malinconico, a character in one of his books, emerges the portrait of an author who transforms lived experience into storytelling and literature.

During the school assembly, the principal surprises the students by revealing his rebellious past and ultimately decides to withdraw the controversial circular. Meanwhile, Anna faces a delicate moment in her life and receives an unexpected dinner invitation.