Chih-hao comes in time to save Chia-yu's life, which meets appraisal from Pai-chin. The security guards remain hostile to Chih-hao. They pick at his mistakes and even threaten to strike. Lang-hsien and Ho Te succeed to mediate the rivalries. Tien Kuei acquires a medical license to work in the hospital, despite her husband Cheng Ping's objection. At the same time, she encourages Chia-yu to walk out from her shell and meet the world. Chia-yu finally gets her father‘s approval to do voluntary work in a women's association. Lang-hsien begins to pursue Chia-yu. At first, their relationship meets vehement objection from her father. Tsung-chi stands by then and succeeds in persuading Cheng Ping to let them try out. Shao-hu’s leg injuries worsen, but he refuses to be treated. Hai-min seeks help from Tien Kuei who readily agrees to use acupuncture to treat his wounds.