Sjouke makes sure everyone notices her with Max at shipping magnate Schimmelpennick's retirement party, to both's parents' disgust. Godfried is succeeding to the maritime empire. Marco is back with saboteur Ellen, but would consider taking Iris back if she leaves Noordermeer wharf. Charlotte and her hypno-therapist discover the secret of the sect's ritual. A fellow victim refuses to expose Godfried, but she convinces him to let her join. Bas's bullish intrusion at Max's and beating him only drives Sjouke further in Max's arms.