At a tense family meeting, Blaire is blamed for stealing, insulted for past behavior, and told to leave while her grandmother quietly offers her life savings. Sharon insists Blaire be kicked out, but an immediate crisis interrupts: Eason, Sharon’s son, has a worsening cough that’s spreading through the village. Blaire, despite little schooling, tries to treat him; Sharon doubts her ability. Blaire asks, "If I can cure Eason, will you forgive me?" The episode ends with Sharon forced to decide whether to let Blaire attempt the cure as the outbreak worsens.