Ryan returns home and finds his family pressuring him to get married, promising to help with the substantial bride price. His brother Jayden's wife, Linda, is noted for her own expensive dowry. Ryan's grandfather, who suffered a stroke and cannot speak, initially seems to reject him, but his father explains the grandfather's condition and happiness at his return. During the tense meal, Ryan observes that his brother is quiet, his sister-in-law is money-focused, and the relatives are opportunistic. He decides to keep his own situation secret for now, biding his time to see their next moves.