The chapter opens with Mr. Haebom and Mr. Yonebayim having coffee together. The two men discuss the recent events that have taken place in their respective departments. Mr. Hobem is sad that the manager of his team is moving to another department. He is also upset that he has lost his ring, which is a signal that they need to find a new wife for him. He asks if he can have the same ring as he did, but that he should be punished for having lost it. He says that he does not think it is necessary to do so, as they can stop whenever they like. He then asks if she would like to kiss him. She says that it is a reward, not a punishment.