Anne-Catherine obtains her driver's license, purchases a car, and moves into her own apartment on the outskirts of Mulhouse after leaving Breitwieser.
During the months they were separated, Breitwieser does not steal any art. He keeps himself busy with temporary jobs and consistently contacts Anne-Catherine.
Breitwieser confesses his obsession and apologizes for his volatility to Anne-Catherine over the phone. He also expresses his love for her and acknowledges the impact the abortion had on her.
Despite having her own independent life, Anne-Catherine misses the excitement she experienced with Breitwieser and decides to move back in with him, warning him not to abuse her again.
Breitwieser's enthusiasm for art theft returns once Anne-Catherine moves back in. He steals a variety of artifacts from local museums whenever Anne-Catherine is at work.
Despite earlier ceasing to steal from churches due to Anne-Catherine's disapproval and his own discomfort, Breitwieser starts stealing religious art pieces again because of the easy accessibility and poor security, while ensuring his mother is unaware.
The couple’s attic becomes full of stolen art, and Breitwieser begins finding new places to store them.
Breitwieser gets a well-paying job in Switzerland and uses his income to satisfy Anne-Catherine's need for excitement through legal means, including traveling to the Dominican Republic.
Anne-Catherine warns Breitwieser against stealing in Switzerland, despite their ban being lifted. Breitwieser agrees in theory but continues to contemplate stealing each time he commutes through Switzerland for work.