@Caitlin_Audrey_Johns I have been able to figure it out. Let’s take a step back and forget about what I have suggested before. This seemed to solve the issue at the surface, but actually didn’t.
The follwing thread is helpful regarding your last question.
I have recorded a short video of the necessary steps. The main issue was a Blending mode set to your setion .section .-remove padding bottom (Hover).