Kya spends quality time with Chase, who implies a future together through talk of marriage and building a house together. He suggests cherishing their private life and reject societal events.
Chase and Kya eventually becomes intimate, but Kya finds the physical act to be disappointing and painful. Chase seems indifferent to her discomfort, leaving her feeling unsatisfied and deceived.
Although Chase suggests that they will have a life together, he does not invite Kya to his family's Christmas celebrations. Kya feels hurt and rejected.
Tate, Kya's previous love interest, unexpectedly returns. He apologizes for his past actions and warns Kya about Chase's adulterous behavior.
Tate encourages Kya to publish her nature drawings. He offers to find a publisher and leaves with a few samples. Kya is hesitant and unsure about exposing her work this way.
Kya waits for Chase at the lagoon. Chase eventually arrives. Their night together is marked again by Chase’s indifference to Kya’s feelings, which leaves Kya feeling increasingly unsatisfied.