Quinn confronts her biological father and family members, enduring harsh insults about her appearance and legitimacy compared to her sister Jessica, who is praised for her beauty and success. The family openly disowns Quinn, blaming her late mother and rejecting her place in their noble circles. A bitter argument ensues between Jessica and Quinn over talent and recognition in design, highlighting deep family rivalry. Amidst the hostile atmosphere, the man engaged to Quinn reveals he has no romantic feelings for her and intends to break off their arranged engagement, shocking everyone present.