Samuel Fisk, Aaron's father, arrives at the wedding venue but is blocked by family who call him a laborer and forbid his entry. Hotel staff insist he is the groom’s father and note he inspected the venue, while relatives openly shame his appearance. Rumors that Ruby will bring gifts to the stepfather's son's wedding ignite rivalry. One claimant orders everyone to move the celebration to Spark Hotel and declares, "Only I can be Samuel's daughter-in-law." Ms. Patton's announced research breakthrough sparks a frantic rush to Spark Hotel, setting up an imminent showdown.