Episode 8 of "4Minutes" kicks off with the spotlight on Tyme, as he embarks on his four-minute segment. It appears that he has relinquished his desire for vengeance against his parents' demise. He exudes kindness and empathy towards his patients, even embracing a professorship at the hospital with open arms. Regarding his breakup with Nutcha, his demeanor is compassionate; he apologizes for everything, leading to an amicable separation. Notably, Nutcha had been assisting in managing his grandmother's diabetes, demonstrating a lingering sense of care.
Whenever solitude envelops Tyme, the clock inexplicably freezes at 11:02. During one such moment, Great appears for a check-up, and an undeniable spark of mutual attraction ignites between them. However, Tyme observes a peculiar phenomenon: whenever Great departs, the clockticks forward to 11:03.
As Tyme ventures out for lunch, he's surprised to find Great awaiting him. Great invites him to dinner, and their sweet date marks the dawn of a budding romance. Tyme warmly invites Great to his home, where he instantly bonds with his grandmother. In a cozy kitchen setting, Tyme prepares a meal and even initiates Great into the world of guitar playing. Their moments together are filled with an endearing lovey-dovey charm.
One night, as Tyme finds himself alone in Great's bed, he's haunted by Den's voice, urging him not to let the clock exceed four minutes. Suddenly, water cascades over his head, and the scene shifts to reality—Den and paramedics are battling to revive Tyme amidst the pouring rain. A door creaks open, bathed in blinding light, but Tyme resists, recalling Den's research and calling out to Great instead.
In Great's own four-minute segment, where he's gunned down by a temple assassin, he hears Tyme's voice echoing in his mind. Before Tyme can utter another word, he's plucked back to reality, where Den rushes him to the hospital. Later, it's revealed that Great has also survived the ordeal.
Switching gears to the gambling saga, Korn presses Fasai to fulfill her promise and convince her father, Warit, to restore the Sriwats' tarnished reputation. However, she coldly asserts that nothing can be undone. Their marriage has lost its utility for her, and she summarily boots him out.
Korn reminisces about his father's dying directive and makes his way to the desolate warehouse, where he uncovers a clandestine hoard of cash and a phone containing a comprehensive list of shareholders. Tempted by the urge to destroy the incriminating device, Korn instead dials Wanchai's number—the unfortunate soul whom Warit had dispatched after the latter's cyber-assault on their gambling enterprise. It was Wanchai's daughter who answered, and Korn relayed the grim news about Warit.
In parallel, the police were hotly pursuing Tonkla, wanted by the chief for Title's demise. An all-points bulletin was issued, and Korn caught wind of it through a news broadcast. Finally managing to reach Tonkla, the two shared an emotional reunion, tears streaming down their faces. Korn apologized for abandoning him and vowed to assist in his escape. However, their tender moment was interrupted by a spy who promptly informed the authorities.
A bitter and jealous Win, distressed by Korn's reunion with Tonkla, ordered a pursuit team into action. As Tonkla and Korn sought refuge in a hotel room, the police arrived at their doorstep. In a desperate bid for freedom, they attempted to flee but were quickly intercepted by Win. His eyes brimming with tears, Win confronted Tonkla, questioning why he hadn't allowed Win to handle the situation. Tonkla sneered in response, emphasizing that he had swiftly avenged his brother by eliminating the two perpetrators. Korn felt a gnawing sense of foreboding, and Tonkla confessed that the second perpetrator was none other than Great.
He further confides that he betrayed him, and Korn is left utterly astounded by these revelations. Despite everything, Korn resolves to assist Tonkla, only to find himself confronting Win at gunpoint when a policeman fires shots at them. Tragically, the bullet intended for Win strikes Tonkla, who expires in Korn's embrace. Overwhelmed with grief, Korn takes his own life, and in his final four minutes, he envisions escaping with Tonkla after their inaugural night of intimacy. As it stands, Korn passes away while Tonkla's lifeless body lies in his stunned gaze.
Two months hence, we witness Tyme and Great, having mended their hearts, praying for Tyme's grandmother and remembering Korn and Tonkla fondly. Subsequently, the duo visits Den, who is now in a relationship with Lukwa. Korn finds amusement in these developments, whereas Lukwa and Great are haunted by a sense of déjà vu. However, this is not supernatural; rather, it stems from a flashback—Lukwa was attending an art exhibition on "The Four Minutes" during a cardiac arrest. Meanwhile, Great is supposed to meet Title at a bar within the same building but inadvertently enters the exhibition hall instead. Together, they observe a presentation that elucidates how patients relive their lives and attempt to rectify past errors during these four minutes.
Once the presentation concludes, Lukwa suffers another heart attack. Disturbed, Great flees the scene (recall that he wasn't exactly virtuous in his past). It seems the exhibition lingered in Great and Lukwa's minds during their cardiac arrests, explaining why they recalled the exhibit during their respective four minutes.
Currently, Great finds himself toiling away in a restaurant, his routine interrupted by a call from his mother. She reveals their constant state of displacement and urges him to retrieve funds from a warehouse, hoping it will alleviate his financial woes. However, her motive runs deeper; she insists he allocate part of the money to a minister capable of resolving their legal entanglements, paving the way for their return home. Great, though frustrated, complies and meets with the minister. But instead of blindly trusting, he subtly records their conversation and hands the evidence to the police, leading to the minister's arrest. Tyme cautions Great about potential repercussions, but his resolve remains firm, unwilling to let his parents' return disrupt his life once more. Moreover, Great confesses his involvement in aiding Title with the disposal of Dome's body, voluntarily turning himself in.
Tyme, vowing to curb his impulsiveness, remains committed to seeking justice for his family against Warit. Through Win, they discover that Warit had been abducted and tortured by the Wanchai family, the sounds of his ordeal prompting neighbors to alert authorities. While the Wanchais flee, Warit, severely beaten, is rushed to the hospital. Tyme visits him, fantasies of revenge flickering in his mind, until a tearful Fasai appears, softening his heart. Tyme spares Warit's life, recognizing that Warit's impending lifelong disability serves as sufficient punishment.
As Episode 8 of 4Minutes concludes, Tyme and Great revisit the unassuming hotel where they once sought refuge during their surreal four-minute escape after "rescuing" Nan. They embark on a boat ride, Tyme attempting to reassure Great that the court will show leniency, considering Dome's death was beyond his control. Shifting gears, Tyme finds humor in their coincidental return to the hotel in reality, mistakenly assuming Great had prior knowledge of its existence. Great corrects him, emphasizing that their arrival was purely serendipitous, having stumbled upon the hotel during his disoriented four-minute limbo.
Tyme's heart races as he notices the time: 11:04, sparking fears they might still be trapped in their recurring four-minute loop. Relief washes over them as the watch ticks to 11:05, confirming their return to the waking world.
