Jihadist forces are closing down on Malotru and the Russian agent, who must fight for their survival while alone on enemy territory. Duflot is preparing to go out into the field in Syria to meet with Cochise, who may be his only chance to get Malotru out of DAESH hell alive. Back in Paris, Marie-Jeanne replaces Duflot at the head of the DGSE.
Kerbouche is finally brought to the DGSE and unveils the truth about Cyclone's life-or-death situation, which requires immediate action from the Bureau. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs finds out about the secret negotiations. The DGSE sets out to recruit Nadia as a new asset, but Marie-Jeanne, doubtful about Malotru's confession, is not convinced that Nadia will accept the offer. Marie-Jeanne also sets out to teach Marina a lesson and show her the dangers of emotional attachment with potential sources.
The Bureau is pulling out all the stops to try and locate Malotru. Nadia and Prune are both called upon to help, but Malotru - always careful and professional to the extreme - has covered his tracks. Meanwhile, the wind is turning for Marina in Baku when Philippe finally realizes that this mission may not be her first after all...