At a family gathering, Charles brags that a visiting college girl—called Claire or Ruby—invited him to a movie; his Zane relatives praise him. He vows to marry the director's daughter to secure Claire, Henry and Julia's future, calls Yasmin 'useful' for now but disposable, and schedules Henry and Julia for a dress fitting. Later, a mother apologizes to her child Molly, promises to stop past neglect and give her time; Molly says she won't take things from Henry and Julia. Both decisions reshape who will care for the children and leave the household's future uncertain.