J.K. Rowling

Queenie finds herself in Grindelwald's hideout, feeling vulnerable and out of place. Grindelwald uses his manipulative charm to lower her defenses, appealing to her desire for a world where she can love freely without persecution.

Newt expresses his anxieties to Jacob about reuniting with Tina in Paris, particularly his jealousy over her new boyfriend. Jacob attempts to give Newt romantic advice, warning him against using awkward magical creature metaphors to describe her beauty.

Leta Lestrange revisits her past at Hogwarts and confronts her former teacher, Albus Dumbledore, about her feelings of guilt and wickedness. Dumbledore attempts to offer comfort by sharing his own tragic family history, urging her to find relief through confession before regret consumes her.

Jacob confronts Queenie after discovering she used a love charm on him to force a marriage. They argue over the legal risks of their inter-species relationship and the emotional desperation driving Queenie's actions, leading to a painful rift when Jacob's internal thoughts are revealed.

Two brothers clash over their differing moral philosophies and involvement with the Ministry of Magic. Theseus attempts to warn Newt about the increasing surveillance and the impending necessity of choosing a side in the brewing wizarding war.

Dumbledore attempts to recruit Newt Scamander for a dangerous mission against Grindelwald, appealing to Newt's inherent sense of morality. Despite Newt's legal restrictions and hesitation, Dumbledore insists that he is the only one capable of taking action, ultimately leaving Newt with a mysterious lead.

Grindelwald explains his strategic obsession with Credence Barebone to a skeptical follower. He reveals that Credence is the only being capable of killing Albus Dumbledore, while subtly questioning Krall's own loyalty to the cause.

Newt and Jacob attempt to rescue Tina from a hideout, only for their captor, Kama, to collapse unexpectedly. The reunion is tense as Tina reveals Newt's interference has compromised her investigation into Credence's whereabouts.

Newt attempts to apologize to Tina for his harsh words regarding Aurors while trying to explain why he admires her unique perspective. He uses a clumsy magical metaphor to express that she is the only one with the vision to see the truth, leading to a moment of awkward romantic tension.

While searching for records in the French Ministry of Magic, Newt and Tina finally address the misunderstandings regarding Newt's supposed engagement. Newt clumsily attempts to express his true feelings for Tina, comparing the unique quality of her eyes to that of a salamander.