A man without a degree but with ample practical experience faces rejection from Mr. Lawson, who distrusts him despite trusting his company. Frustrated, the man abruptly quits the project. Meanwhile, a woman suggests exchanging clothes for Xavier, a child they both care about, and invites Mr. Lawson to go together, urging him to spend more time with the boy. Later, the woman takes Xavier to the mall for ice cream to cheer herself up after a disappointing day, explaining to the child that ice cream can ease sadness, ending the episode on a hopeful but still tense note between the adults.