The ladies host a pageant to help pass the time at Monique's lake house. Meanwhile, Monique's frustration with her husband Chris' lack of support grows. Wendy and Ashley make amends, but Wendy's sudden turn leaves Karen questioning her authenticity. Candiace's world is turned upside down when she receives a shocking text about one of the ladies' husband, leaving her contemplating whether or not to break the news.

Ashley confronts Michael about the blog rumors, and inadvertently reveals intimate details about their sex life. Gizelle corrals the ladies together for a wine tasting to celebrate her literary award, but the celebration is quickly halted when tension escalates to an alarming level.