Part 5/8:
As Lacie’s rating plummets, she receives heartbreaking news from Naomi, stating that her attendance is no longer welcome due to her diminished rating. Naomi’s revelation sheds light on the ulterior motives behind their relationship, emphasizing the transactional nature of their interactions where both women served as tools to elevate the other’s social standing. This distressing realization forces Lacie to confront the artificiality of their friendship.