1

Over the following weeks, Tatiana feels down without Alexander in her life. Then one day, Dasha comes home upset because Alexander is hesitant about their relationship but insists she won’t give up on him. Meanwhile, Dimitri continues showing interest in Tatiana and the family continues to await news of Pasha. One night, Tatiana lies awake listening to her parents talk. They wish Tatiana were gone instead of their only son, believing Tatiana is useless to the family.

2

After work the next day, Tatiana goes to the barracks to see Alexander. She begs him to do something to bring Pasha home. Dimitri appears, interrupting the conversation. Later, Alexander goes to Colonel Mikhail Stepanov about the Tolmachevo camps. Stepanov promises to look into the matter. Later, Alexander and Dimitri play cards and discuss the war. Dimitri asks Alexander to appoint him as supply runner. The conversation turns to the Metanova sisters. Dimitri warns Alexander about spending time alone with Tatiana.

3

Tatiana waits for Alexander after work the next day, but he doesn’t show up and the family still has heard nothing of Pasha. Back at home, she tells herself to forget about Alexander. She chops off her hair before bed and vows to help Pasha.