Kate and Michael travel to Seattle for a book signing and Q&A for Michael's first graphic novel. Their trip up north quickly goes south when Michael discovers Kate has been keeping a secret from him.

Kate represents her firm at an industry panel. Michael meets with his editor about his new book, but it doesn't go well. The two meet for dinner to commiserate, only to run into someone from Michael's past.

Emboldened after a successful event for work, Kate approaches her boss Stella about an exciting potential client. Still feeling creatively stifled, Michael decides to go out and let off some steam.

Kate attempts to host the perfect Thanksgiving for Michael and his family, but secrets threaten to ruin the holiday.

Flashbacks from Ryan's Palm Springs vacation home reveal how Kate's relationship with Danny has been deteriorating, and the truth about what happened between Michael and Ryan.

Kate decides it's time for her to be more proactive, both with work and with Danny. Michael finds himself feeling inspired, just as Ryan tries to re-enter his life.