After the argument with Johanna Augustin, Maria decides to write a book herself - easier said than done. And then her former best friend Nikki gets in touch. Maria avoids her problems and invites herself to go bowling with Sophie and her friends. Ralf spends the evening with his daughters, Lily and Lotta, trying to save what's left of his family.

Ralf wants to become a new man. Nikki forces Maria to have a day of reconciliation. They all end up at the "Holistic Healing Hatzfeld" wellness center at the same time: While Ralf and his friend Jochen face a dramatic firewalk there, Maria tries to avoid a serious conversation with Nikki. Will Maria and Ralf finally meet here?