Joe's birthday weekend is full of emo-tions when Maddi confronts him about his party lifestyle. While Mia and Molly are still rocked by Lake's behavior at the Paint and Pour, Lake embraces her sexuality. The gang embarks Emo Night it celebrates Joe's 30th birthday.

After Joe and Maddi's disagreement, they discover that their issues won't be so easily resolved; As Michols's first photoshoot arrives, problems with his mom threaten to spoil his big day; A new rumor spreads through Charleston and has everyone divided at Lake's Paint n' Pour event.

The group continues their river vacation; Nichols remains hung up on Lake; Emmy tries to clear the air with Brad; once everyone's back in Charleston, tensions arise between Maddi and Joe.

Trying to impress Mia Alario, Justin Assad ups the ante with a backflip; Mia sees right through his playground antics; Lake Rucker makes it clear this trip is not it for her.

After Grace crosses a line, Maddi is pushed to the brink. Lake struggles to balance her friendships after receiving some unexpected news from Michols. Brad questions Emmy's sincerity after Justin spills some tea. Grace reveals a secret she's been holding onto.

Emmy is in the hot seat at the group dinner. Joe tries to prove his worth at work. Grace Lilly makes waves at Girls and Gays night.

Brad attempts to bury the hatchet with Maddi and makes a revelation about Emmy. The group heads to Folly Beach for a healing trip where Mia confronts Maddi upon arrival.

Tensions escalate when the group is forced to deal with interpersonal dramas at work.