When Lala learns Katie has been talking about her relationship again, she drops a bombshell that could break Katie's heart. Schwartz and Sandoval try to prove their commitment to partnering with Lisa Vanderpump by making the biggest investment of their lives. Stassi struggles as SUR's new event planner, while Jax and James forge an unlikely friendship with the help of some absinthe.

Ariana's role in releasing Jax's scandalous audio recording leads to a fight with Sandoval that threatens their relationship, while Scheana and Katie strike a truce to stay out of each other's relationships. At SUR, James hustles to make sure his first DJ event is a smashing success, Lisa marvels at Brittany's dedication to Jax, and Lala bonds with Billie, the restaurant's new hostess.