Ruth’s family gathers as her sons Hudson and Hugo eagerly compete for chicken drumsticks, setting a domestic scene. Amid the meal, Mrs. Lee pressures Ruth about marrying Harrison, noting his growing attentiveness, but Ruth hesitates, explaining that Mrs. Juarez’s approval matters since she’s still part of that family. Ruth plans to bring her boys to Harrison’s for more food later but declines to join when her son chooses to watch a movie with Gael Lee instead. Outside, gossip spreads about Ruth, criticizing her relationship and the complications of a blended family, leaving Ruth’s future uncertain as family pressures mount.