Ali wants to reclaim her leadership role in the gang, but the other girls aren't too keen on this. Meanwhile, students at Rosewood High await Ali's return; and as Aria sinks deeper into her depression, she finds comfort from someone unexpected.

Ali is frazzled and considers leaving Rosewood for her safety, but her pals want her to stay so they can protect her. Elsewhere, Caleb questions whether coming back to town was the right thing to do; and Ezra commits to finding answers through research.