Shep continues to spread gossip at his party, upsetting Madison and ultimately affecting his friendship with Austen. Meanwhile, Leva comes to Cameran's defense and confronts Kathryn for igniting the rumor mill. Patricia suggests John pursue Madison. With the biggest beer event of Austen's career on the horizon, he wonders if his friends will show up to support or sabotage his big day.

The guys prepare for Patricia's annual dinner party, despite tensions among the group. John follows Patricia's advice and decides to pursue Madison, even though it means breaking bro-code with his friend Austen. Meanwhile, Kathryn refocuses her life after learning that Thomas has a new baby on the way. Everything comes to a screeching halt when Charleston is forced to deal with the onset of Coronavirus.