Caroline and Max hire an intern (Abby Elliott) to deal with some of the dirty work as they get ready to open their new cupcake shop; Max struggles with her managerial role.
With Rita and the children out of town, Dexter gets time to himself.
Earl studies to get his GED after being rejected for a credit card.
Nancy deals with Silas and Shane; Doug continues his war with Sullivan; Celia seeks tutelage from Heylia.
A fire forces the residents of Agrestic to evacuate; authorities question Celia and Sullivan; Conrad, Vaneeta and Heylia say goodbye; Silas realizes the truth about Tara.