Debt collectors aggressively confront Betty over her owed 300 taels with interest, threatening serious consequences if they return. Dave learns that a dozen vile debt collectors, including a man named Gold Teeth, blocked Betty’s gate and took advantage of her. Despite the intimidation, Betty insists she is unharmed, thanks to the timely presence of a woman revealed to be her mother. Feeling guilty for not consulting her first, Dave braces for her wrath but is instead reminded that Betty is innocent, signaling a protective stance that sets up further conflict with the debt collectors.