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This is where it all begins: who surprises Ishmael and Leonard at the end of the episode? We have the answer (SPOILERS)
The Auguste Armand Institute is once again the scene of shocking revelations and simmering tensions. In the November 3rd episode, intrigues intertwine amidst ambitions, secrets, and betrayals, culminating in an unexpected finale that leaves everyone speechless. And this time, Ismaël and Léonard find themselves at the heart of an explosive situation…
For several days now, the atmosphere at the Institute has been tense. Teyssier ‘s return has disrupted the fragile balance established during his absence. His cutting remarks, his implacable rigor, and his controlling nature have rekindled old resentments and rivalries. Some professors, like Clotilde , are struggling to find their place again, while others, such as Ismaël , see this chaos as an opportunity to assert themselves. Yet, behind his calm demeanor, Ismaël hides a deep-seated unease and a secret he would have preferred to keep to himself.
Léonard , for his part, is going through a turbulent time. A brilliant but often misunderstood student, he’s trying to prove he belongs among the best. His budding friendship with Zoé has boosted his confidence, but it’s also making him question his future and the choices he’s making at the Institute. Since their duo won the competition, all eyes have been on them, and the pressure is mounting. It’s in this context that Léonard is growing closer to Ismaël, his mentor, who seems to understand his doubts better than anyone.
The two men often meet after class to chat, discussing cooking, but also their respective lives. A unique relationship develops: a mix of admiration, complicity, and tension. Some curious students are already whispering that something strange is going on between them. And even if nothing is official, appearances can sometimes be deceiving.
Meanwhile, Carla , still seeking recognition, continues to stir up trouble. She overheard a conversation between Léonard and Ismaël and suspects a scheme to influence the upcoming tests. True to form, she immediately tells Bérénice , who tries to reason with her—to no avail. For Carla, everything is an excuse to fuel the fire. She becomes convinced that something shady is going on between the teacher and the student.
Meanwhile, Clotilde is worried about Ismaël’s behavior. His more distant demeanor, his shifty gaze—everything seems to indicate that he’s hiding something from her. Determined to find out more, she confronts him in the kitchen, but Ismaël skillfully dodges her questions. Clotilde senses he’s lying. And she’s right. Because behind the walls of the Institute, an unexpected scene is about to unfold, a scene that will change everything.
The day is drawing to a close. The atmosphere is heavy, the kitchens almost empty. Léonard, still agitated, joins Ismaël to discuss a menu proposal he wants to submit to Teyssier. The two men talk in a tense but sincere atmosphere. Ismaël, touched by his student’s determination, lets his guard down. This moment of vulnerability, rare for him, creates a new closeness between them. Léonard encourages him, confiding how much his support has changed his perspective on cooking. Moved, Ismaël finally gives in to a burst of candor: he admits he’s going through a difficult time and no longer feels at home at the Institute.
Léonard, compassionate, assures him that he mustn’t give up. The tone becomes more intimate, gentler. A silence falls, heavy with unspoken words. And it is at this precise moment that a door suddenly opens . The light from the corridor illuminates the scene: the two men are caught, alone, in an ambiguous situation.
The look on the person’s face as they entered spoke volumes. And the revelation hit like a ton of bricks: it was Clotilde who discovered them. Frozen in the doorway, she remained speechless, her expression oscillating between shock and anger. She immediately understood that this encounter concealed far more than a simple professional discussion.
The silence becomes deafening. Ismaël tries to justify himself, stammering a few words, but Clotilde refuses to listen. She feels betrayed. The trust between her and Ismaël was fragile, already eroded by recent conflicts. What she sees tonight shatters it completely. Léonard tries to intervene, explaining that it was just a work conversation. But Clotilde, hurt and furious, turns on her heel, leaving behind an icy chill.
From that moment on, rumors spread like wildfire. The next morning, the entire Institute was talking about the scene. Some claimed that Ismaël and Léonard were having a secret affair, while others thought it was a scheme orchestrated by Clotilde to discredit the professor. In the corridors, glances became intense, and whispers flew.
Teyssier, of course, isn’t fooled. Always one step ahead of the others, he summons Ismaël for a private discussion. He wants to understand what’s really going on. Behind his icy words, one senses a calculated curiosity: Teyssier wonders if this situation can be to his advantage. Ismaël, for his part, remains calm, but his face betrays his weariness. He knows this episode could cost him dearly.
Meanwhile, Léonard is struggling with the consequences of this incident. Shunned by some of his classmates, judged by others, he withdraws into silence. Zoé tries to reassure him, but she senses that something has broken inside him. He fears that his reputation, and Ismaël’s, will be permanently tarnished.
That evening, Ismaël met Léonard outside the Institute. They exchanged a few words, bitter and clear-sighted. They knew they would have to weather the storm. Before parting, Ismaël simply told him, “No matter what they think, we know what really happened.” A meaningful sentence, both protective and heavy with regret.
And as they walk away, a figure watches them from the shadows: Clotilde , still consumed by anger and disappointment. Her cold gaze suggests that she won’t let it go.
Thus ends the episode, on a note of extreme tension and a burning question: how far will Clotilde go to seek revenge? And what will the consequences be for Ismaël and Léonard, now unwittingly linked in a scandal that could well shake the entire Institute?
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