Upon receiving an invitation to a nobleman's assembly, patriarch Jan Paweł seeks his son's advice on asserting dominance over his archnemesis, Andrzej.

As their refined, prospective in-laws visit, Jan Paweł finds it challenging to take charge while Zofia wrestles with unfamiliar emotions.

In Stanisław's absence, Jakub hatches an inheritance plot to oust Aniela while Jan Paweł wrestles with a decision about an upcoming march for equality.

Jakub goes on a business trip while Jan Paweł partakes in a hunting contest against Andrzej to win over a wealthy bon vivant looking for a wife.