Kay walks into The Lodge feeling unsettled after her confusing encounter with Casti, which Artemis quickly picks up on. After some initial hesitation, Kay opens up to Artemis, confessing that she was kissed by Casti but didn’t intend to lead her on. Artemis reacts with a mix of concern, jealousy, and betrayal. She struggles with feelings of insecurity, questioning if Kay’s affections are being shared with others, but ultimately expresses her fear of being left behind. Kay reassures Artemis that she’s the only one who matters to her, even offering to make their relationship more public for Artemis’ peace of mind.