Scarlett waits in the car while Lukas buys breakfast, self-conscious about being seen and still feeling the aftermath of the night. They drive to a clearing and eat on the car hood in companionable quiet. Lukas refuses payment, silently encourages Scarlett to eat more by offering his second bagel, and she accepts, recognizing the care embedded in his minimal words.

They joke about fika and he introduces the Swedish word "mysig," pointing to the cozy moment they are sharing. Lukas mentions that Jan texted regards and quickly guessed their involvement from the way Lukas looks at Scarlett. When Scarlett apologizes for intruding on “brotherly time,” Lukas says he liked having her there and admits he enjoys spending time with her.

Scarlett says she wants to hike more; Lukas offers to go with her. They decide to go now, with Scarlett needing to clean up first and Lukas offering to help. The mood is easy and tentative, suggesting a budding companionship beyond sex.

Then Lukas gets an emergency call from Pen, whose car has broken down in Menlo Park. He immediately agrees to pick her up. Scarlett’s first reaction is disappointment, followed by shame for resenting a friend’s need. She asks to be dropped off and tries to pivot to discussing her research progress, but Lukas is terse and quiet. He drives her home in silence, and the morning ends with their newly warm connection left unresolved.