Jacob is the only family member who got into high school, and his mother insists the family must support his studies despite their financial struggles. Jacob demands money for dumplings, refusing to eat the repetitive home-cooked meals of potatoes and eggs. His mother refuses, prioritizing frugality over his wishes, which frustrates Jacob and prompts him to threaten dropping out. Tensions escalate when Jacob's sibling asks their other brother Charlie for money and faces criticism for it. The episode ends with Jacob storming out after a heated argument, while the mother’s sudden change in behavior raises questions among the family.