Chris is surprised when Lucy decides not to delay while they wait out the IVF quarantine, and instead try self-insemination. And Lucy's thrown when she discovers Chris hasn't told his parents, privately pondering his level of commitment. Chris faces the music and talks to his parents, who give him their blessing, but he still harbours concerns about the rushed timeline.

Erin is nervous about the imminent arrival of Cat, and Sonya is heroic as she reassures her. But Erin has a wobble; the nerves getting too much for her. Sonya finds her at The Waterhole, trying to stave off a craving by playing cards. Erin admits that she's been feeling the pressure and asks Sonya to take a step back. Sonya thinks they are back on track, and Erin lets her believe that.