Coworkers spread a rumor that Chloe seduced Mr. Foster and wore Ms. Eves's costume, igniting scandal. Jessie, blamed for damaging that costume, is publicly humiliated and beaten; she resigns, apologizing as she leaves. Eric steps in, pledges to get justice, and gives a prized jade bracelet to a colleague as Jessie’s apology; the colleague urges returning it to Ms. Eves but Eric refuses. Jessie lies to her grandmother that she's fine. Ms. Eves has already agreed to fire someone, leaving Jessie exposed and Eric's vow unresolved.