: Feeling abandoned by her friends, Ari experiences a meltdown, realizing that while she views the restaurant staff as family, they often see her merely as a means to a social life involving drugs and parties. Thematic Significance
: After learning about Tess and Jake, a frustrated Will uses his position of power at a bar to woo a girl named Layla, leading to a "questionable decision" as he attempts to cope with his feelings for Tess.
The blossoming bond between Tess and Jake sends ripples of distress through their social circle:
: Already emotionally fragile after a rejection from her ex-husband, Simone (Caitlin FitzGerald) is pushed further into despair upon realizing she is losing her grip on Jake and Tess.