Episode 5 explores several key character dynamics: Nick and Mel reconcile after a party fiasco, culminating in an intimate scene in a dressing room. Coop tries to sell valuable paintings and contemplates a heist with Lu, who demands a bigger cut and connections to buyers. Coop also faces a breakup with Samantha, who decides to end their affair, while Mel deals with their son Hunter's school troubles and takes responsibility for fundraising to save him from expulsion.

Hunter gets caught letting friends snort his Adderall and faces expulsion. Mel and Coop are called to a meeting with the principal, who threatens expulsion. Mel bribes the principal by completing a fundraiser for a new athletic center, then grounds Hunter and puts Coop in charge of depositing $250,000 to save their son. Mel is unaware that Coop is actually jobless and not contributing financially.

The episode reveals that the dead body found by Coop is Paul, Sam's ex. Paul is a minor but disliked character, so his death is satisfying to viewers without major impact on the series' main storyline.

Nick appears on TV promoting his new smart toilet, with Mel watching from backstage. Afterward, they discuss the previous party incident, and despite Nick's displeasure with Mel's behavior, they reconcile and have sex in a dressing room. This scene is highlighted as a key moment in their relationship development.

Coop and Samantha have sex again, but Samantha is considering ending their affair. Influenced by Mel's words, she decides Coop isn't ready for a serious relationship and gives him a guilt-free way to end things. Coop is surprised but outwardly unaffected, spending time with Ali afterward.