Things are going exceptionally well for Stromberg. Mr. Becker is contending with personal difficulties, a situation that suits Stromberg perfectly as he vigorously carves away at his work, even while searching for a new apprentice.

Stromberg had achieved his goal: Becker was on leave, and he now occupied the director's chair, much to the displeasure of Frau Papenacker, Becker’s assistant, who held Stromberg in utter contempt. It was only a matter of time before her pa…

Ulf has been unexpectedly appointed deputy head of claims. He distributes the workload with a practiced, Stromberg-esque efficiency, a move that predictably earns him few allies. Soon, frayed tempers become commonplace, even among Tanja.

Stromberg found himself observing a different set of standards applied to those in positions of power, extending even to his own assistant. Jennifer's manner and attire were, at best, met with amusement by his colleagues. Consequently, Stro…

Fatherhood is approaching for Stromberg and Jennifer, a development that has taken them by surprise. Adding to the unexpectedness, Mr. Becker is preparing to return to his former position.

Jennifer's decision to have an abortion provokes a sharp reaction from Stromberg. He takes on the ship hull division – an external department of CAPITOL that is on the verge of closure and receives little attention.

Following the closure of the ship hull incident, Stromberg returns and attempts to persuade Jennifer to have the child. He promises to make the CAPITOL more family-friendly!

Jonas, a trainee, suffers from test anxiety. Determined to convince Jennifer that he is more thoughtful than she perceives, Stromberg decides to assist him with his mid-term exam preparations – naturally, in his own particular, paternal way…

Stromberg endeavors to convince Jennifer of his paternal capabilities, expressing his willingness to take on responsibility. He demonstrates this by taking the blame for an error committed by Ulf, presenting it to personnel manager Nübel.

The situation appears grim for Stromberg. A hearing is underway, revealing a substantial amount of damaging information, and his position with the CAPITOL seems increasingly untenable. Yet, Stromberg is not one to yield easily.