Lazar has left the Service, freelancing for Slavko, in a 'cold war' with Ana and a relationship with Milica. The SIA are on guard as three Russian operatives, including Ataman, visit Belgrade. Elections have been called.

Lazar saves Ilija but is in deep trouble for killing the Russian operatives. Ilija seeks American protection, and the CIA offers to save his life in exchange for a suicide mission that could cause a huge international scandal if it fails.