In the aftermath of the murder, jiangye wonders why his hands are so cold. He tells Li that he will help him leave the place after his surgery. Worried that he has been murdered, tianxing asks if he should worry about the surgery. As long as he's alive, he'll keep him safe. He's shocked to learn that the exhibition was put on by Madame Pernelle to save her own life. He wants to know why she wants him to join her. He doesn't want to be a part of a conspiracy to kill him. He just wants to be part of it. He asks if she wants to spare his life. She says no.