In episode 7, Melissa uncovers a dark family secret involving her father Keith, including the devastating truth that he tried to kill her as an infant. This revelation forces Melissa and her family to confront painful stories they had been denying or lying to themselves about, dramatically altering Melissa's perspective on her father and their family history.

The discovery of Hazel's relationship with Keith causes significant tension. Melissa and Ben take Hazel's phone away and move the family to a hotel in Oregon to confront Keith. This situation heightens the family's stress and leads to a direct confrontation with Keith in prison, revealing the fractured and complex nature of their family ties.

Ben takes drastic measures to protect his family by relocating them to a hotel and confronting Keith in prison. He is uncomfortable with the situation but feels compelled to stand firm against Keith's manipulations. Ben and Melissa attempt to warn Keith to stop contacting Hazel, but Keith continues to toy with them, showing his manipulative nature.

Melissa is portrayed as emotionally devastated and complex, especially after learning the truth about her father's attempt on her life. Annaleigh Ashford's performance highlights Melissa's painful journey as she finally sees Keith for who he truly is, moving from denial to a harsh acceptance of her family's dark realities.

Towards the end of episode 7, new questions emerge about the characters' futures and unresolved family issues. Despite attempts to gain closure, Melissa finds that her absence has left unresolved tensions, and the family remains on different pages emotionally. The episode raises intriguing questions about how the family will move forward given the revelations and ongoing conflicts.