The Palace of Justice is in an uproar over the death of Judge Claire Delaunay, whose remains were found at the foot of the cliffs near her home. Preliminary investigation eliminate suicide or an unfortunate accident. Although he is in a state of shock, Judge Filiponi asks Prosecutor Clément to take over the case, citing the inexperience of the judge on duty. Constance is suspicious of his attitude and is not mistaken. Filiponi keeps a secret that may compromise the case: he had a romantic relationship with the deceased. He is suspicious of her husband, Paul, 42, because the marriage had reconciled only six months ago. Otherwise, Meyer thinks the murder could be related to an ongoing case. Judge Filiponi confesses her that he received a call from Claire asking for help.