When the Go King insists on a game at Ebony House, the host agrees and a brutal wager is announced: win and take the money; lose and the proposer will take a finger from each player. Mr. Smith demands decisiveness and orders everyone worth mentioning to be gathered. Simon is scolded for acting cocky and reminded Ebony House holds many skilled people. As impatience mounts—"Why is it taking so long to gather people?"—one voice answers, "I'm in!" The episode ends with players still assembling and the cruel bet poised to begin.