Peyton receives some startling news that she must share with Lucas who, while still in LA, discovers that Julian has been keeping another secret regarding the movie. Nathan struggles in a new professional environment, and Brooke's search for runaway Sam forces her to confront her own feelings about the night of her attack.

Lucas and Julian struggle to choose a director for their movie while Peyton has mixed feelings about a surprise gift from Lucas, and Brooke struggles with relationship issues.