Tanya and Charity meet after they both attend the planning meeting for Padma's celebration. Accusations are made and warnings are given, driving charity away to contemplate her mistakes. The dark track is waiting for her and the Mims are unsettled as the cold day draws to a close. Eric and Gavin investigate the extent of the damage so far...

The snow lies deep in Lower Leigh as the neighbours gather to discuss a celebration of Padma's life at the local theatre. Charity is there, despite having agreed to meet Tanya at High Noon. Louis brings news to the gathering and Eric takes to the stage for the first time in two years to expand on the story he began the night before. This time, the crows are listening and the wind waits impatiently.

The neighbours discuss a celebration for Padma, the police continue their enquiries and Eric tries (again) to explain the significance of Padma's death. Kat makes a confession about Henry.

The neighbours gather in the pub to discuss events. Tanya feels she must act and gives Lance an ultimatum.

The friends rush to support Eric in his grief. After many years silence, Eric tells the story of his and Padma's transformation. There's a glimmering in the air and in the lantern room.

The fox runs through cold streets, becoming snowy in the low light. 

The neighbours reel in shock as the police arrive to ask questions and Eric begins to realise the implications of what has happened. One girl runs away, another keeps quiet. Decisions are made.

On a cold northern street, murder is afoot. Neighbours gather to lament (the curious and the devious). The moon hangs, dispassionate.