Back in Scarlett’s room, Pen tries to reach Lukas but remembers he is racing at the US Open. Scarlett admits Carissa warned her about Pen the night before, but she dismissed it. Pen, shaken by Carissa’s confrontation, decides to explain their history.

Pen recounts growing up in the same New Jersey diving club as Carissa, where Carissa’s mother, the director and coach, became verbally abusive and unsafe. Pen reported her, prompting an investigation and suspension. Carissa blamed Pen and reshaped the club’s narrative, isolating Pen.

The hostility spread through high school, where Carissa’s rumors led to bullying. Lukas supported Pen through calls and reassurance. Later, when Stanford’s Coach Sima asked Pen about Carissa during recruitment, Pen told the truth; afterward, he chose not to pursue Carissa.

Pen admits the renewed proximity makes her feel alone, but Scarlett promises loyalty, protection, and trust. Lukas video calls back, dripping from his race, ready to help. Pen and Scarlett assure him the crisis has passed; Pen credits Scarlett for support. Light teasing closes the call as Scarlett and Lukas exchange inside jokes, signaling a steadier foundation for all three.