Amila City erupts after Audrey is branded an outsider and executives demand Mike return to lead. A repentant man begs Madam (Mrs. Lucia) to forgive drunken remarks—he blames Amber and says his marriage attempt was nonsense. A mother then pleads for mercy for her only son, citing years of service. Madam refuses blanket pardon: mistakes must be punished. She notes the company's pressure, inspects the son ("He has good features"), and orders him trained and sent to Goodman Club when ready. She forces Steven to choose between protecting the son or accepting tangible money and power.