At Vernon's 50th birthday, the family gathers as Jared and his wife Clara return with the cake while Leo stays upstairs with Ivy. Conversation hints at old resentments—guests note Jared chose Clara over Ivy and someone brags they 'shut her down.' A sudden cry of "Ouch!" and whispers that it came from Dad flip the mood. An offstage voice declares, "Let the show begin," then warns, "Ivy, this time, you're going down in front of everyone." The episode closes with Ivy being summoned downstairs and the household braced for a public confrontation.