Dörte assures Gunter that Norbert means nothing to her anymore and makes an announcement to Norbert: He shouldn't destroy their relationship. The divorce date remains! When the time finally comes, the appointment is canceled - Norbert has lost his ID! Coincidence? Sandra and Mathias drive apart after their kiss at Nici's party when Birgit calls. They step out of the way, unsettled. The next day, Sandra and Mathias need clarification and meet up. They realize with relief - the kiss only came from a nostalgic moment.
After Alexandra has broken up with Markus, he realizes with shock that she wants to be with Christoph, which is why he cancels his planned birthday party. When Christoph finds out about this, he is surprised and asks Markus of all people about the reason for the cancellation. Markus bursts at the collar, he lets Christoph feel his concentrated anger. The theme of the chocolate competition is set and André receives a letter from the committee. Excited, Josie starts creating her chocolates and André is happy that he only appears to be taking part in the competition. But he didn't read the letter properly.
Bambi wants to enjoy the last carnival to the fullest, but his strange behavior calls Sina into action. Will Bambi confide in her? While Easy wants to forget his relationship frustration at carnival, Ringo doesn't feel like celebrating. Nevertheless, he ends up in the party crowd at Easy's feet. David hopes to have found the antidote to his infatuation with Vivien in Monika and he and Monika actually get along surprisingly well.
Jenny and Richard want to get Maximilian on their side in order to have the upper hand against Justus and Simone. Will Richard Maximilian convince? Leyla's dislike for Anna grows. When Leyla presents herself with an opportunity to sabotage Anna again, she is tempted. Finn's plans for the future solidify. When Doctor Bach returns as chief physician earlier than expected, he must make a final decision.
When Emily asks John to tutor Kate in math, Laura advises him to teach Kate the art of cheat sheets. John categorically refuses until he reaches the limits of his math skills. Tobias is touched when Katrin stands up for him in front of Gerner. When the two are alone, however, they are unable to talk about their feelings for each other. Instead, they feel they have to give each other space.
