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During the trial, Rose admits her infamy for her profuse vulgarities, noting she would have communicated them verbally rather than write the anonymous letters. Her [[Defense (legal)|defence]] counsel also points to Edith's handwriting but is dismissed. The prosecution corners Rose by revealing Nancy's true origins as an [[Legitimacy (family law)|illegitimate]] child and not the daughter of a killed [[Great War]] soldier, as Rose had previously claimed. The revelation upsets both Nancy and Bill.

Later, Edith confronts Edward over his control, he was the one who tipped off child services on Rose; he shuts her up. The next day, Gladys and the trio realise Edith would write a final letter and thus prepare stamps marked with specially-prepared [[invisible ink]] for Edith to use, which she falls for. Rose flees when Spedding attempts to arrest her prematurely. She corners Edith over her trickery, culminating in their exchanging foul language; nonetheless, the letter is posted. Gladys has her niece, Winnie, intercept it inside the mailbox, and she then demonstrates Edith's culpability by revealing the special ink, resulting in Edith's arrest and Rose's exoneration.

Following the trial, the two women share a civil moment; Edith regrets the end of the friendship, explaining she meant no harm. She manages a final, defiant moment against Edward by cursing at him publicly, much to his shock and Rose's glee.