Simone creates a new path for herself after she has a difference of opinion with Victoria, and Bryson pushes the envelope when he gets a chance to take the lead.

Bryson's game night with the crew is filled with distractions, Simone gets attention from someone new, and David misses Crystal.

Bryson struggles to bring his team on board for an avant-garde black film, Tia steps into the recording booth, and Simone grapples with the fact that she isn't always right.

Simone recruits her friends to join her for an impromptu road trip to rescue her godsister, and the anniversary of Crystal's divorce brings about regret.

Ari invites the gang out when he hosts a party at one of Atlanta's hottest night clubs. While there, Simone tries to get Tia's new single played by a DJ. In an unexpected turn, Bryson and Simone kiss for the first time ever.

In a flashback episode,Bryson and Simone's relationship from childhood to college is explored as the two compete for each other's affections. Ari, Tia, Crystal and David all make bold moves which sets their lives on its current trajectory.

Simone and Bryson grapple with the fact that they may be related; against Bryson's better judgment, Ari takes a spin at directing Tia's music video at the Atlanta Black Pride Festival despite his lack of experience and confidence.

Bryson and Ari help David get his house in order, literally and figuratively, after going against his no-sex rule with Elaine; Ari and Bryson resolve their beef but David acknowledges he needs some time away from his friend.

The MeToo movement strikes home when allegations surface against Marcus Graham, closing the Graham Agency for good; the squad members comfort Simone and each other.