A crowd confronts Vera at a gambling den, accusing her of selling the child Noah. Karl threatens to lock her up and demands Noah’s whereabouts. Vera insists she didn't sell him—she brought Noah to eat and bought new clothes after seeing his torn garments—and offers to prove it. She leads them to Noah; his presence forces apologies and clears the immediate accusation. Vera admits she's addicted to gambling and accepts their apology. Her relief is cut short when she is told her divorce request with Karl remains unapproved, leaving their separation unresolved.