The next morning, they climb for several hours before making camp. They are halfway to the ABC camp. Holly is still having trouble acclimating, and the climb was difficult for her even though Zopa carried her backpack. A line of yaks interrupts their progress, and Peak is furious when some of the other climbers start complaining about the filthy animals, and then about the Sherpas, whom they seem to view as barely better than the animals. Peak tells them that Sherpas are the only reason any of them have a chance at making the climb. When they stop, Zopa tells Peak and Sun-jo to drink more water. He can tell they are dehydrated.

The next day, J.R., a producer, wants to record an interview with Peak. He asks him to repeat what he said about the sherpas. Peak is getting a sore throat and it’s difficult for him to talk, so J.R. interviews Sun-jo instead. Sun-jo is smooth and confident on camera, and Peak is jealous. His throat is getting worse, and he is worried that he will not be able to make the climb if he gets sick. The next day, they make it to the ABC camp and spend a day letting their blood oxygen levels adapt.