Nate returns to his job at The Waterhole, and admits to Sheila that hes worried about Aaron. But he no longer feels its his place to reach out to him. Sheila can see Nate still has feelings for his ex, and urges him to be there as a friend for now. Realising how hard Aarons taken his job loss, Nate approaches Sonya, hoping to convince her to re-hire Aaron as her assistant.

Lauren keeps the truth about Neds break-in at Pam and Dougs house from Brad. Ned is grateful, determined to prove himself to his family before he reveals his dark past. But when Brad notices the ongoing strain between Ned and Pam, Lauren gently urges Ned to open up.