As Vittoria storms out, Lu's eyes linger on her mother's curvy figure, a spark of curiosity and desire igniting within her. She imagines Vittoria, not as the authoritative figure she's always known, but as a sexual being, vulnerable and yearning. Meanwhile, Vittoria, in her own private quarters, can't help but replay Lu's defiance in her mind, her body responding to the taboo thoughts she's trying to suppress.