Lauren is publicly accused of spending the night with a man; her sister Elena slaps and shames her, then orders her to pack and leave. Family members reveal Wayne Group faces financial trouble and fear a sale to Ferrinto Group, pressing relatives and confronting Ethan. To save the company and keep Lauren under control, the family decides Elena should be used as leverage—either by marrying Mr. Walker or winning Mrs. Shane's favor. With Mrs. Shane choosing Ethan's wife, Elena is told to seize Mr. Shane Sr.'s upcoming birthday to make her move, and she must act fast.