Xavier makes a decision that will change the course of his life. It is the turn of investigator Gauthier to testify at Gaston's trial. The latter wants to take action at the Violence Prevention Center. Michèle goes to the detention center to assess his sincerity and has a disturbing conversation with him. Juliette orchestrates a meeting between Léane and Benoît, a DPJ worker. She sends an SOS to Christophe when Léane's father, Pierre-Paul, shows up at her house to talk to her and take her home. Will Christophe be able to make him listen to reason?

Xavier prepared a note to apologize to his family during his sentence, but years of violence have left their mark. Laurent is very nervous a few minutes before the judge pronounces the verdict which will determine the course of the rest of his life. It is also the moment of truth for Gaston. Will the judge take her explanations into account? Gabrielle is surprised and a little discouraged by Laura's reaction following the decision.