After confessing their love for each other, Victoria was thrilled to be able to date Matthias without having to hide her feelings. If she had loved him from the start, she wouldn't have been constantly hurt by a third party trying to ruin their relationship.
Since the weather had cleared and was conducive enough for outdoor activities, Matthias finally visited the project site with his wife. Because his wife was stubbornly insistent on following him, he ultimately agreed to her wishes rather than argue over a minor issue. Besides, he was tired of being scolded by his wife for not answering the phone. This way, his wife wouldn't worry too much.
