Leila confronts her father, who angrily disowns her and severs all ties after she makes a decision he disapproves of. Despite his rejection, Leila expresses gratitude for his past care and insists she won’t regret her choice. Meanwhile, Simon publicly marries Leila, performing a full wedding to silence rumors about her scandalous past, including claims she was pregnant by another man and expelled from noble society. Simon’s marriage saves Leila from disgrace, but she reminds him their union is just a contract, and her true love remains Ellis. The episode ends with the fragile alliance between Leila and Simon hanging in the balance.