Clara's heart ached for Joanna as she listened to her complaints. "I get it, Joanna, I really do…
As for me, I'm Seraphina to Ethan Stuart. He just wants me as his rebound, and uses me like a tool to make him feel better about his unrequited love. His ex just needed to shed a tear… and I lost."
Clara looked contemplative, then suggested, "Why don't you cry to Ace? Maybe he'll remember you then."
Joanna was a little tipsy after all the liquor, and actually thought Clara's suggestion made sense. "Hey, you're right. I'm his real love interest, so why should I suffer?! I should just go to him and start crying… I wouldn't know unless I try, right? Make yourself at home, Clara. I have something to deal with right now."
Ace had clearly abducted Jovan to get back at her! Spurred on by that thought and liquid courage, and having come up with a plan to demand Jovan's release, she chugged her drink and got up, ready to leave.