Autumn 1923: Germany is experiencing the peak of hyperinflation. Money quickly loses its value, existences are being destroyed and the people are desperate. It also leaves its mark on the servants of Greifenau Manor. Of all things the inflation comes to the help of Konstantin, enabling him to pay his debts. The endangered family manor is saved, for the time being. For the agricultural crisis is already on the horizon. To get by, they take in summer guests - a move that has its consequences. Katharina makes peace with Julius and at last, she may study medicine. She continues to live in two worlds: that of the poorest and that of the richest. Somebody discovers Alexander’s secret, which leads to a catastrophe.