Emsley wakes in her grandmother’s house and heads to the third floor to begin clearing out her studio. She is startled to find a woman there—a conceptual artist whom Violet allowed to use the space. Violet’s realtor calls, wanting to make sure that Emsley, as Violet’s heir, does not plan to contest the sale of the house.

Emsley is carrying boxes from the basement when Bram Dekker, Violet’s estate attorney, arrives. Emsley is surprised to find that he is much younger than she expected. He explains that he is filling in for his grandfather and proceeds to help Emsley carry boxes. He offers to put her in contact with an antiques dealer who might be interested in purchasing many of the odd items Violet collected. Before he leaves, he offers, too, to provide the realtor with the information she requested proving that Emsley is the sole heir.

Johanna and Theo are married, and they travel to Brussels for a one-day honeymoon. Throughout the day, Johanna worries about having sex, but Theo suggests they wait if she is uncomfortable. They travel to Paris to the home Theo has purchased. He continues to worry about Vincent, who has been ordered to remain hospitalized.