Afonya and Semenych prepare for the inspection, but Afonya disappears through the ceiling of the elevator, and Tatiana begins an investigation. Kikimora offers Athos marriage on condition of winning the brownie contest, and Semenych shows interest in Tatiana.

Agents inspect Semenych's apartment, and he himself fails the inspection of the Ministry of Construction. Afonya comforts him, and Sergei informs him that he has bought an apartment in this building.