Nahla wants to buy new shirts for a job interview but asks Alvin to lend her money, which he refuses, insisting she wait until next month. Their disagreement escalates when Alvin confronts Jared, declaring he's now pursuing Nahla openly and warning Jared to back off. Jared mocks Alvin’s efforts and insults his background, provoking tension between them. Nahla tries to calm the situation, urging Alvin to apologize to Jared, but Alvin resists, unwilling to admit fault. As conflict mounts between the two men over Nahla, she decides to walk away, leaving the rivalry unresolved and the next move uncertain.