The Preus clan is unable to find peace and quiet in the aftermath of Karl’s death. Nothing is as it was or as it had appeared to be. But along with irrevocably severed ties, there will be new ones, unexpected ones, yet possibly stronger than ever imagined. Ricarda defends herself against claims brought by the woman with whom Karl had secretly fathered a child. Her attempt to form an alliance with Constanze and Julia to seize the leadership of Preus Brand fails.
Meanwhile, the suspicion that Julia has once again succumbed to her addiction is no longer just a hunch. But before it can lead to any consequences, Julia is kidnapped.
