Richard is hit by Kremer's shot and collapses badly injured. Simone fears for Richard's life while Oliver desperately tries to stop the bleeding. Meanwhile, Julian tries to get Kremer to give up, but Kremer seems unpredictable. The relatives are beside themselves with worry. The relief lasts only briefly when Julian reports to the SEK, because the relatives now learn that Richard's life is in danger. Although Julian claims to have Kremer under control, the SEK head of operations gives him an ultimatum. As this happens, the SEK decides against Jenny's desperate insistence to storm the building.