With Evie back at work, the office has settled into a steady rhythm over the past week and a half. Weapon imports from Roselia have gone smoothly, and Evie notes that the office informant seems to be slipping due to the lack of disruptions. While enjoying a break in the kitchen, Evie is confronted by Becky, who snidely comments on how Evie was welcomed back after quitting unprofessionally. Evie fires back with sharp retorts, and Becky eventually stalks off.

Blade arrives and invites Evie to see something exciting he's been working on, and Tatianna joins them as they descend the stairs. Blade teases Tatianna about the boss's sister, referencing her connection to Clare, while the group bickers playfully. Blade mentions the progress he and someone called "Fluffy" have made, which confuses both Evie and Tatianna.

Before Blade can explain, The Villain appears behind the group, catching them away from their posts. Evie notices his dark circles and exhaustion, and in a bold, instinctive gesture, she reaches up and touches his face, asking if he's been sleeping. The Villain is visibly startled but gently pushes her hand away, his fingers lingering on hers a moment longer than necessary. Tatianna and Blade comment teasingly on his tired appearance.

A sudden violent rattling against the back gate startles the group. The Villain instinctively pulls Evie behind him protectively. Blade, grinning, strides to the gate and announces that the source of the noise is "Fluffy," dramatically gesturing as though introducing royalty.