Madeline is worried by Bonnie's behaviour and later shocked when Abigail says she's not going to college. Mary Louise, Celeste's mother-in-law, offers her unvarnished assessment of Madeline's character. Jane learns that she's known in town as one of the "Monterey Five".

Renata faces an uncertain future when Gordon lands in legal trouble. Corey asks Jane out on a practice date. After a challenging therapy session with Dr. Reisman, Celeste opens up to Mary Louise about her relationship with Perry. Ed confronts Madeline about her secrets.

Mary Louise tries to get closer to Jane. Rather than address her troubles at home, Renata focuses her wrath on Principal Nippal. Madeline is forced to confront her issues at a couples therapy session with Dr. Reisman. Celeste remains conflicted by her memories of Perry.

Celeste accuses Mary Louise of overstepping boundaries with Jane. Renata endures a prying court hearing with Gordon. Jane opens up to Corey at Amabella's birthday party. Madeline continues to try to make things right with Ed.

Renata deals with the fallout from Gordon's legal troubles and attempts to help Celeste. Bonnie relives painful memories from her past.

Celeste is blindsided by Mary Louise. Gordon continues to disappoint Renata. Bonnie contemplates a solution to her mother's suffering and her own ongoing guilt. Ed entertains an unusual proposition before catching Madeline in an unguarded moment.

Celeste questions Mary Louise about a tragic event from Perry's childhood. Madeline worries their lie is tearing the "Monterey Five" apart.