As Livia moves into a family hut she lands in the middle of a dispute between two families. She also learns of the danger posed by a hostile neighbouring tribe.
Livia witnesses the violence and intimidation the Mbendjele face due to their size when she films a conflict between her hosts and a neighbouring tribe. She also sees the theatrical rituals they practise to help laugh off adversity.
The village Lothario faces accusations of adultery. Government officials arrive in the village to announce the building of a road that will pass right through it. The villagers welcome the idea but it could bring harm.