Hye-eun aims to exchange Choi Jin-tae's research material with Jaden, and her true colors come to light. Jaden attempts to send Ro-hee overseas along with the research material. However, Ro-hee searches for ways to escape her situation. Myeong-jun, who is struggling to save Ro-hee from Jaden, turns to Sang-yun for help, who continues to pursue Myeong-jun despite being suspended.