Gemma secretly overhears her parents discussing Lia, who is now a noble consort carrying a child, and learns about the family's dark past involving her late Aunt Mary and Lia's true lineage. Despite the melancholy memories, Gemma vows revenge on her family. On the carriage ride to the palace, she discreetly removes her heavy makeup and offers valuable jewels to Poppy Ash, the queen’s trusted confidante. Poppy notices Gemma’s embroidered handkerchief, revealing a link to Gemma's grandmother and hinting at deeper connections. The episode ends with Gemma preparing herself for the challenges ahead at court.