Nerissa faces harsh rejection from a family member who refuses to support her medical bills, accusing her of dragging him down because she is deaf-mute. Despite this, Nerissa remains determined to uphold her relationship with Brian, whom she helped recover with her sacrifices. When her mother urges her to study abroad, Nerissa refuses, fearing a long-distance split with Brian. At a freshman ball, Nerissa attends with Brian and is unexpectedly chosen for a kissing challenge that could win a grand prize. She plans to reveal her secret—that she isn’t actually deaf-mute—after the party, setting up a tense confrontation.
Brian is unexpectedly asked by Yvette to be her boyfriend, but he hesitates, revealing a complicated past with Nerissa, a deaf-mute woman he once helped after a car accident. Nerissa had cared for Brian when he was also deaf-mute and bullied. Despite others questioning Nerissa’s place in Brian’s life and doubting her abilities, Brian insists their relationship is purely one of support and friendship. The episode ends with Brian clarifying misunderstandings but leaving unresolved how his connection with Nerissa will affect his future with Yvette.
Brian waits for Nerissa, confessing his love and promising that she is the only one for him. As Nerissa remains silent and unresponsive to his messages, Brian plans a surprise for her birthday, unaware that the date also marks someone else’s birthday. Nerissa’s distance grows apparent, heightening Brian’s confusion and hope. When they finally meet, Brian tries to care for her, but her hesitation and lack of appetite suggest deeper issues. The episode ends with Brian’s concern unresolved, leaving Nerissa’s true feelings and the real reason for her withdrawal still a mystery.
Brian invites Nerissa and another woman to celebrate his birthday with his distinguished friends, hoping it will help his future prospects. Nerissa declines, choosing to watch a movie with a friend instead, leaving the woman to attend alone. At the celebration, the woman faces an embarrassing moment when her skirt is stained, but Brian offers to help, showing his care by washing it for her. Despite others admiring Brian’s status and looks, the woman reveals he already has a girlfriend, hinting at an unresolved romantic complication as the episode ends.
Nerissa, a disabled student, faces harsh judgment and exclusion from her schoolmates who pity or mock her condition. Despite the cold treatment, she insists on wanting to go home. Meanwhile, Nerissa receives a call from her mother, who urges her to study abroad to escape her current struggles. Her mother reminds Nerissa that she is the heiress of the Menard Group and shouldn't have to suffer. The call ends with the revelation that Michael, a boy Nerissa used to tease, is returning to pick her up in three days, adding an unexpected tension to her future.
Brian and Yvette face mounting tension as Brian declares their relationship will end in three days, prompting Yvette to resolve to prove herself worthy by winning a singing competition. At her birthday gathering, Yvette receives heartfelt wishes and a thoughtful gift, but the atmosphere shifts when Nerissa arrives, openly hostile and insulting Yvette. The confrontation escalates as Nerissa mocks Yvette's background despite her status as the Menard Group heiress, setting up a fierce rivalry and leaving Yvette's future uncertain amid growing personal and social challenges.
At Yvette's birthday gathering, Brian faces backlash from classmates who resent Nerissa, the deaf-mute heiress of Menard Group, for intruding on their social circle. Despite Nerissa’s efforts and Brian’s defense, others refuse to accept her, claiming she uses guilt to gain acceptance. Tensions rise as Brian is pressured to distance himself or risk being ostracized. Meanwhile, Nerissa unexpectedly proposes joining a school singing competition, challenging her critics to see her true determination. As the episode ends, Nerissa’s bold move sets a new test of her resilience and willingness to fight for belonging.
Nerissa struggles with heartbreak after her ex quickly moves on, while her friend tries to comfort her by inviting her to watch a school singing competition. Nerissa plans to leave town in three days, adding urgency to the moment. At the competition, Nerissa is tense but finds unexpected encouragement when she learns the event is being broadcast live. Despite no contact from Nerissa, her friend urges them to enjoy the show. Just as Nerissa is about to perform, she is shocked to discover her ex is also competing, setting up a tense confrontation left unresolved at the episode’s end.
Nerissa, a deaf-mute woman, unexpectedly signs up for a national singing competition, surprising Brian, who doubts her ability and suspects she wants to embarrass him. Despite Brian's protests and pressure from others reminding him the competition is already scheduled and streamed live, Nerissa insists on participating. Tensions rise as Brian tries to take her away, fearing her performance will cause trouble, but no one can guarantee she cannot sing. The episode ends with Nerissa stepping onto the stage, ready to perform, leaving her true abilities and the audience's reaction unknown.
Nerissa, a mute girl, shocks everyone by entering a nationwide singing competition, provoking disbelief and ridicule. Brian, her boyfriend and top student, is upset and urges her to quit, fearing public humiliation and exposing their shared deaf-mute condition. Despite his pleas to apologize to the audience and withdraw, Nerissa insists on performing, declaring the song her farewell. As she prepares to take the stage, tension grows with onlookers questioning her sanity and motives. Brian struggles with her defiance, while a rival taunts that she could never win. The episode ends with Nerissa poised to sing against all odds.