During a tense house meeting, Kiddo is questioned after a woman solves a game—Mr. Smith orders footage checked and insists she be fed, while another member urges expelling her by the rules. Mr. Smith rebukes that all people are equal and forces an apology to the woman. Word arrives that Northvale's Go King will challenge Ebony House and brutally punishes defeated houses. Mr. Smith admits the house may not survive and offers his savings so people can leave. The members refuse and vow to stay—now they must face the Go King's attack.