The next morning, shang asks to be excused from work for a few days so that he can spend time with his family. He tells rona that he wants to take a vacation, but she refuses to allow him to do so, saying that he is not qualified enough to take such a leave. . She tells him that her mother is coming to visit, and that she will be angry if he does not allow her to come visit. She says that she has already realized her mistakes, and promises to do no such thing in the future.