Simon loses because his beast runs away, handing the round victory to Ethan Black amid accusations of cheating. Ethan confidently challenges Simon by promising his Ink Beast will defeat him next. The tournament proceeds with Xavier winning his match, setting the stage for the final showdown: a high-stakes battle between biological brothers Ethan and Xavier. Despite the excitement, spectators criticize Ethan's passive beast and boring style, expressing disappointment. As the rivalry intensifies and doubts grow, Ember is quietly told to prepare for the next meal, hinting at an underlying tension beyond the competition.