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Just when it seems their challenges couldn't escalate further, Kate takes a drastic step by acquiring a treat which results in the arrival of an actress named Simone. This introduces not only a new dynamic but also jealousy and insecurity into Kate and Mike's fraught relationship. As they navigate the complexities of this unexpected trio, the underlying tensions boil over, leading to emotional confrontations and deeper revelations about grief and trauma.
Throughout this turmoil, Mike's painful past resurfaces, revealing traumas that he has hidden beneath his artistic veneer. In an emotionally charged series of exchanges, he and Simone connect over losses from their past while simultaneously drawing the ire of Kate.