Morning after the marriage, Florence is presented to the household and faces relatives whispering that she is coarse and unfit. Grandmother insists Florence is family and orders everyone to accept her. Atticus defends his vows and praises Florence's sincerity, while some relatives still suspect she married for gain. The adopted children meet Florence and mostly warm to her, but a child named Alba vows, "I'll protect Father and my sister from her," echoing Aunt Nova's warning that the new wife is wicked. The episode ends with formal acceptance but private distrust, leaving Florence's place unsettled.