Clarke, who has decided to return to her people, goes to say goodbye to Lexa and they end up having sex. Afterwards, they lie in bed and Clarke examines the tattoo on Lexa's back. Lexa explains that she got it on her Ascension Day, and the seven circles represent the seven Nightbloods who died. Clarke recalls that there were nine novitiates in Lexa's Conclave and asks what happened to "Number Eight". Lexa is reluctant to talk about it, and they begin to kiss again instead.

As Clarke prepares to leave, she is cornered in her room by Titus. He pulls out a gun and attempts to kill her. Clarke manages to dodge the bullets, but Lexa enters the room at that moment and the bullet flies past her

Lexa looks at Titus and quickly disarms him Titus you dare?! I told you to trust me! Instead you attack our ally and nearly shoot me! You leave me no choice but to detain you!

Lexa rushes to Clarke’s side and checks on her Are you okay?