At a family gathering the father scolds his child for poor performance, comparing them to Cindy. Cindy apologizes; Grandma reveals the mother is unwell and refuses visitors. Grandma then gives a valuable necklace, part of Madam's dowry, to Wendy despite protests. The son erupts, calling the gift unfair and accusing Grandma of favoring girls to avoid inheritance disputes. After the outburst everyone is sent back to their rooms. The Quinns arrive demanding to see Miss Quinn, and someone goes to meet them, leaving the household split and the dowry decision unresolved.