Between the spare accommodations and the lack of emotional support, Félicie decides the decision was a huge mistake days after her arrival. She announces her dissatisfaction and intent to leave Nevers. Maxence makes various half-hearted gestures to change her mind but it becomes clear that his interest was in her value only as an employee.
Félicie perceives the decision she made upon arrival as a significant error due to inadequate living conditions and insufficient emotional support. She announces her discontent and plans to leave Nevers. Maxence's attempts to convince her otherwise highlight his focus on her value as an employee rather than as a person.