After a tearful apology, Monica begs Sophia to forgive her and vows she’s changed, fitting her into a new dance costume and promising wholehearted care. Sophia reveals she’s been wearing straw shoes and has bruised feet; relatives berate Monica for favoring Julia and neglecting Sophia. Monica insists Sophia will enter the dance contest and vows to buy proper shoes. Grandma comforts Sophia while another family member curses Monica and warns, "When I see her later, I'll talk about this with her." They leave to fetch the dress, but trust is still unresolved.