Fred returns and grabs Zane in a tense family scene; Vivian forces him to let go after Zane is hurt. Mom rushes in and declares, "You are my biological son, Fred," shocking everyone. Fred claims his birth parents feel guilty and that Teresa cares, but says two sisters and the adopted son are unwelcoming. He apologizes, blames rough hands from heavy labor, and tries to excuse himself as an outsider. Zane is confused why Fred calls him "brother" as Fred withdraws, leaving the household split over whether to accept him.