In this emotionally charged scene from Die Spreewaldklinik, Nico has a brief moment with his father, trying to keep things light but still dealing with underlying tension. Nico offers to make his father a coffee, but his father declines, having already had one. Nico proudly tells his father that he managed to fix his bike, the Sputnik, and replaced the spark plugs, getting it running smoothly again. However, his father seems uninterested and brushes it off, suggesting they’ll deal with it another time. Nico quickly mentions that he’s going to grab a few things and then leave, but his father insists on talking.

Nico then opens up about a recent mistake he made involving Johnny, admitting that he tried to keep Johnny away by using money from his father, which he now understands was wrong. Nico expresses regret and acknowledges that his father’s intentions were good, but he still feels uncomfortable with the situation. He confesses that he needs some time to figure things out, but his father, sensing the tension, presses him for an answer on how long it will take to resolve this issue. Nico, feeling increasingly pressured, snaps back, telling his father to stop pushing him and giving him space.

The scene shifts to a more professional setting as Nico deals with work-related matters. A colleague asks him about a service contract, and Nico responds that they need to find the relevant documents for maintenance due to a technical issue. His frustration and stress are evident as he struggles to balance personal problems with professional responsibilities. In the middle of this, another colleague, Dr. Ber, approaches him about the upcoming duty schedule, which needs adjustments due to staff absences from vacation and illness. Nico’s workload is clearly mounting, and his focus is divided between his family issues and work obligations.

This scene highlights Nico’s internal conflict, as he faces pressure from both his family and his professional life. He feels guilty for his actions towards Johnny and his father, but he also struggles to deal with the mounting stress at work. Nico’s plea for time and space reflects his need to process everything, though the tension between him and his father, as well as his professional challenges, suggest that resolution won’t come easily. The emotional complexity of the scene sets the stage for Nico’s ongoing journey of self-reflection, reconciliation, and balancing his personal and work life.