Joanna begs Ryan not to be angry, promising loyalty and warning him that betrayal will have severe consequences. Ryan remains distant, questioning what Joanna truly likes about him. Meanwhile, a colleague informs Joanna that her boss has invited her to dinner, hinting at an important meeting. Joanna agrees but decides not to involve Ryan, signaling a growing distance or secrecy between them. The episode ends with Joanna facing a choice to attend the dinner alone, leaving their relationship's future uncertain.