Quinn visits her grandmother after surgery; the grandmother breaks down, blaming herself for making Quinn work as a young tutor. Quinn insists the Ford family is kind, that Mrs. Ford treats them well, and that tutoring is improving Julian's grades while letting her earn money. Grandma accepts Quinn's reply but warns that Quinn's own studies are vital if they are to avoid future medical crises. At home, Quinn's mother frets and Julian already misses her. Quinn returns, but her promise to study while supporting the family remains untested.