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As Gambier prepares for a significant exhibition of his portraits, the atmosphere is fraught with tension. While his guests marvel at his work, he is visibly distraught. Stepping outside for a smoke, he is confronted by his wife, Taliada, who senses his unease. In a surprising moment of vulnerability, Gambier apologizes, hinting at deeper issues that plague his mind.
The following morning brings further revelations during a conversation between Taliada and Gambier's mother, Dala. They discuss Gambier's struggles with a debilitating illness that threatens his dreams of fatherhood, heightening his insecurities and fears.