In disguise Marie loses herself in the city, avoiding her pursuers as she closes in on the truth about what happened to her and her husband. Berg's resolve will be tested in the military zone; Gerald carries out his own investigations, while Susanne plans her revenge on him.

Czechoslovakia is free. Marie's ex boyfriend, Petr, has a stellar career ahead of him as he begins a relationship with Miluska. Susanne thinks she holds all the cards but other sinister forces are at work - and finally Marie must face the bitter truth about her husband.