Dustin confronts Logan Curran and Mary Blake in the family mansion. He asks why they reached out after exiling him fifteen years ago. Mary orders him to marry the Collins heiress instead of Nate. Nate complains about marrying a disabled woman, while Logan highlights the Collins family's high status. When Nate pretends to feel guilty and offers his cheek, Dustin slaps him hard onto the floor and grins at his stunned parents.
Dustin confronts Logan Curran, Mary Blake, and Nate Curran in their living room. He demands to know why they called him back after fifteen years away. Mary Blake responds bluntly, ordering him to marry the Collins family heiress.
00:18: Replacing the Favored Son
Nate whines aloud, refusing to ruin his future on a crippled bride. Logan defends the match by pointing out the Collins family’s elite status among Lorien's Big Four. Dustin realizes his parents only want him to take Nate's place.
00:45: Granting Nate's Request
Nate pretends to act noble and tells Dustin to strike him if he feels bitter. Dustin wastes no time and smacks Nate hard across the face, sending him crashing down. Dustin smirks while his panicked parents scramble to Nate's side.
Key Lines from Episode 2
“We called you back to fulfill an engagement. Marry the Collins heiress.”
“No wonder you called me back. You want me to marry a cripple in your precious son's place.”
“If you're still mad about what happened, just hit me to vent your anger.”
“You all heard him. He asked me to hit him. As his big brother, I have to grant his wish.”
How Episode 2 Ends
Logan and Mary rush in panic to help Nate off the floor, glaring at their biological son. Dustin stands over them with a calm smile, pointing out that he merely granted his younger brother’s request. Will his outraged parents force him into the marriage anyway, or will Dustin continue to defy their demands?