David surprises Sharon by taking her into a high-end shoe boutique. A salesperson presents a $10,088 pair, praising its understated crystals; Sharon balks and warns him not to overspend. David insists, but the salesperson reveals the brand never gives discounts—only senior managers with a board-member-level Gold Card qualify. Sharon admits even a discounted price would still be unaffordable and tries to end the purchase. The tone shifts from treat to tension, and the episode closes with David holding up a card and asking, "Will this card work?"