Bo Barrett

Ted loses his job and decides to set up his own architecture company in his and Robin's apartment. Progress is slow due to Ted spending time picking pens and stationary, instead of getting in touch with clients.

Max and Caroline learn Han is in trouble with a gang when he can't pay a substantial debt he amassed from gambling on women's tennis.

Lorelai and Christopher put the holidays on hold until Rory returns from London; Luke asks Lorelai to write a recommendation letter for his custody battle.

Rachel begins school at NYADA, where she meets junior Brody Weston.

Ed wants to get back together with his ex-wife, Wanda, even though they have gotten divorced twice; Kristin is apprehensive about getting Mandy a job at the diner.