Lincoln has a crush on Lynn's new best friend, Zia, and the only thing stopping him from asking her out is… Lynn. In a series of trials and tribulations, Lincoln tries to prove to Lynn that he's worthy of dating Zia.

Lincoln and Clyde decide to go see a Rip Hardcore taping but, causes Rip to lose his job. Guilt-ridden, Lincoln invites Rip to live at the Loud House until he can get back on his feet.