Karin confronts accusations that she falsely claimed the Ashton family name after saving Mr. Ashton’s life and returning his ring, which supposedly makes her the rightful lady of the family. Another woman openly admits her hatred for Karin and vows to crush her, escalating tensions with threats and cash wagers for slaps. Meanwhile, Dr. Hayes, who spent days performing life-saving surgery and donating blood to Peter, faces hostility and offers of money to attack her, despite her sacrifices. The episode ends with a mysterious voice calling out Dr. Hayes, hinting at an unexpected development.