An apothecary offers to cure Regent Lord Yarden’s poisoning if he funds a small pharmacy, proposing most supplies go to his antidote while she keeps a modest share. Yarden accuses her of embezzling and refuses, but she argues the investment will restore her ruined prospects and let her avoid returning to the Xander family, forcing him to reconsider. Pressed by her insistence, Yarden reluctantly agrees. Later, Vincent is told Grandfather’s condition has worsened and imperial doctors are helpless. The episode ends with the deal done while Grandfather’s survival now depends on finding a more skilled doctor.