Morning after a failed performance, Lacey panics when she learns Alex convinced her father to force her into a marriage that jeopardizes her Shadow Flock base. Dylan insists on going with her, declaring, "Now that I'm your husband," and vows to protect the base. They rush out while Lacey fears the base will be wrecked if she delays. In a meeting, Mr. Thomson and Mr. Ryan frame the marriage as a strategic alliance: marrying Lacey would bring Grant Group investment and lift one family's fortunes. The episode ends with: "Do you think Lacey will come and save you?"