Anna Pree arrives late and disheveled to a critical family gathering where she faces harsh criticism and insults from relatives, especially Bianca, who announces her engagement to Brandon, a man infamous in their circle. The family scolds Anna, demanding an apology to Brandon, while tensions rise with accusations and name-calling. Despite the humiliation, Anna’s grandfather insists on proceeding with the suitors meeting for Anna, encouraging any willing men—even beggars—to step forward. As suitors reject Anna due to her appearance, one unexpected voice dares to declare a desire to marry her, shifting the atmosphere at the event.