The recap of Episode 5 of "Master of the House," titled "Retribution," opens with a nostalgic glimpse into Mavin and Phupat's youthful years, where a playful spat escalates into a A fierce struggle between brothers Phupat accuses Mavin of cheating during their game, prompting their father, Roongroj, to intervene. He disciplines both his sons and urges them to seek peaceful resolutions to their disputes, steering clear of physical altercations.
Shifting gears to the present, Mavin confronts Phupat with the suggestion that he vacate the family home. In parallel, Araya pleads with Mavin to accompany her to the hospital, where Shutter lingers in a perilous state. Meanwhile, on the phone, Padcha informs Kita, who is pursuing her fashion studies in New York, of Shutter's urgent need for a heart transplant. Kita, voicing her profound concern, reveals her anxiety from afar.
Amidst this turmoil, Phupat approaches Padcha with a devious plan, requesting his father's assistance in securing Shutter's medical needs. His ulterior motive is to coerce Araya into relinquishing her 10% stake in Theva Gems, thereby elevating his own holding to a commanding 50%.
Elsewhere, Kaimook attempts to switch off the television in the servants' quarters, seeking to escape the distressing image of Bee confined within a cage. However, Yuphin intervenes, switching it back on and explaining that Bee's plight serves as a cautionary tale for wrongdoings. He adds that Mavin intends for the other maids to witness this as a deterrent.
That night, Kaew's world crumbles as she inquiries about Tian's whereabouts, her heart sinking when Joke remains silent. Realizing Tian is no longer with them, Kaew is overwhelmed with grief, her tears flowing uncontrollably.
The following day, Padcha confronts Araya with an offer: to facilitate Shutter's heart transplant in exchange for her shares in Theva Gems, painting a vivid picture of ethical dilemmas intertwined with family dynamics.
Meanwhile, after enduring a session of brutal torment, Bee is forcibly escorted back to the humble confines of the servant quarters, where Kaimook lends her a compassionate ear and tender care. Angered by Joke's failure to intervene and shield Bee from Mavin's cruelty, Kaimook lambasts him for his cowardice. That fateful night, Mavin summons Kaimook to his chamber, attempting to degrade her by snapping a picture under her skirt. He arrogantly asserts that she, alongside the other servants, belong to him, demanding she act accordingly.
Subsequently, Mavin tasks Yuphin with assembling all the maids and manservants, including Kaimook, Bee, Kaew, and Joke, to prepare for an event orchestrated by his whimsical mind. Elsewhere, Araya, her heart heavy, transfers her 10% stake to Phupat, a move facilitated by Shutter's successful donor hunt, thanks to Padcha's diligent efforts. Padcha delivers the documents to Phupat, reminding him of his solemn promise to her. The couple returns home, where Mavin expresses gratitude to Padcha for aiding in Shutter's surgery. However, Phupat's revelation of his intention to seize control of the company is met with Mavin's taunting laughter, as he boasts of already acquiring the majority of Araya's shares. Mocking Phupat's oversight, Mavin's glee turns to Phupat's fury, prompting him to order Padcha to halt the heart transplant.
That evening, amidst the dim glow of the bar, Mavin indulges in a macabre role-playing game with Kaew, casting her as his assassin for Tian's demise, before engaging in a sexual liaison with her. The narrative skips to the day of the yacht party, where Mavin strives to impress a pivotal business associate, Carlos. However, his concentration wavers as Phupat captures Carlos's attention with his favorite libation. Seeking leverage, Phupat threatens to sabotage Mavin's deal with Carlos, holding him under a shadow of blackmail. Later, during a tense poker game involving Phupat, Mavin, and Carlos, Kaimook accidentally spills Mavin's drink. Carlos, noticing Kaimook's grace, expresses his fascination, leading Mavin to propose a wager involving her. Carlos emerges victorious, claiming Kaimook as his prize and subjecting her to a sexual assault in his hotel room.
The episode concludes on a dramatic note, with Phupat, Mavin, and Joke boarding a boat for the journey back home. Suddenly, the boat erupts in a fiery inferno, casting their future in uncertainty. Having recounted the gripping events of Episode 5 of "Master of the House," let us proceed to delve into its review.
