Asher Carter intervenes to stop a confrontation, but ends up empty-handed when Elly gives away her food, leaving both hungry. The tension rises as Elly moves into the Carter household under the insistence of Asher's mother, Vera, who announces Elly will attend Belmont Prep alongside Asher starting tomorrow. Asher resists, questioning Vera's decision, but she firmly asserts her authority as a board member and his mother. The episode ends with Elly reluctantly settling in, while Asher begrudgingly faces the reality of sharing his space with her.