After his father is murdered, Nuengdiao feels more isolated than ever. At school, his only ally isn't a true friend. The class president seems to want to make nice, but Nuengdiao is distant. Shortly after his return to school, Palm, the son of a loyal employee, comes to stay with their family in the final stretch of his high school career.

Nuengdiao urges Palm to break down the barriers between them. Chanon takes a little more convincing. Forces in Chopper's life are urging him to covet what Nuengdiao has.

Ben and Chopper each learn about Palm's connection to Nuengdiao. Nuengdiao makes a plan to learn who is harassing him at school.

Palm is suspended from school for two weeks after fighting Phum. Ben confesses to Nueng that he likes him, but Palm remains concerned that Ben is not to be trusted.