Victoria is recovering from her attack, but is unable to say for certain whether it was Adam. Barnabas and Carolyn both speak in Adam's defense, which surprises Roger. Carolyn then shocks Roger further when she reveals that she is leaving right away for a trip to Boston. Roger is hurt by his niece's actions, but she leaves anyway. Barnabas is frightened of Carolyn's departure and the effect it will have on Adam, but as he arrives home, he finds Carolyn waiting for him.