Rue and Jules cross paths for the first time since Christmas as East Highland rings in the new year.

As the semester kicks off, Jules questions Rue and Elliot's new friendship. While Cal hunts for answers, Nate makes a tough decision. The lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur as Kat ponders her relationship, and Maddy contemplates the decision to end hers.

Rue pursues a new business venture as she helps forge a friendship between Jules and Elliot. Cassie settles into a routine, while Lexi pours herself into mounting a school play. Maddy considers getting back together with Nate, and Cal finds a target.

At Maddy's birthday party, relationships are celebrated and questioned. Meanwhile, Jules turns to Elliot for advice and Cal takes a trip down memory lane.

Fate has a way of catching up with those who try to outrun it.

Rue tries to recover, Lexi questions putting on her play, and Nate celebrates his newfound freedom.

Art imitates life as the East Highland crew watches their complicated dynamics play out onstage.

As the show goes on, fragments of memories collide with the present and future.