At Grønnegaard, Frederik is preoccupied with defending the family against the charges brought by the youths, and helps Malik when he is accused of violence. Emil still feels very guilty after the assault, so Frederik agrees that he should go travelling to get away from things. Gro feels inspired about a personal project, and so heads home to bring it to fruition, but putting Melody's best interests first challenges her plans. Signe faces the reality of her vision for the future. The community is in turmoil, but is Signe prepared for the outcry now knocking on her door?

Things are busy at Grønnegaard after plans for the waterworks are leaked. Frederik's help is popular among the locals and Pitu needs him, but the family demand his full attention. Emil wants to see his family prosper, but it's hard to keep the peace for Melody's sake and he is forced to pour oil on troubled waters. Signe's future takes a completely unexpected turn. When Karin ends their arrangement, and with Aksel in Holland, Signe makes a decision that affects everyone at Grønnegaard.