Nora’s parents pressure her to marry Mr. Walker, an older man, in exchange for a wedding gift they accepted on her behalf. Nora refuses, revealing she is already married, but her parents dismiss her claim, accusing her of lying to avoid the arranged marriage. Despite Nora’s protest, her father insists she comply for financial reasons. Nora learns Mr. Walker is also married, which prevents him from reacting angrily. Facing mounting pressure and threats of punishment if she resists, Nora reluctantly agrees to behave, while Mr. Walker prepares to pick her up, leaving her trapped between defiance and submission.