Mick finds out about the pictures and fears he may be expelled. As the play begins, Nina slips out to retrieve the puzzle piece from Victor's safe. Mick and Mara kiss onstage and realize they have feelings for each other. Patricia receives a message from Joy. Nina makes a surprising discovery in Victor's desk but becomes trapped when Victor returns unexpectedly.

Patricia meets with Rufus and shows him the note from Joy. Mick meets with Mr. Sweet, but their meeting is interrupted by Mara -- who confesses to taking the pictures and cropping them to look incriminating. Victor discovers the puzzle pieces have been stolen. Patricia signs out of the house for the night so she and Rufus can try to meet with Joy.