The chapter opens with a discussion between the Governess and her son. The Governess tells her son that the money they needed to survive the crisis was a "big amount" . She tells him that Mr.sheng is their savior and that this price is "reasonable" , but that they have no choice but to obey him. She asks him if he has a feeling for her. He replies that he does, and he promises to watch for her and the company. The song's manager, Mr. Phil, enters and asks to speak with him. He tells her that he has an appointment with the Director of Phil's office to sign a contract. He asks her if she is available, and she says that she is. He says that he just heard the conversation between the two of them, and they had a meeting.