In the Hometown Date episode, Rachel pushes Serena to make a choice which sends her down a path of uncertainty. To Rachel's horror, Quinn pulls a dangerous stunt which forces Serena to save the day. Chet gets a tempting proposition from Gary.

Rachel confronts her mother while Serena gets ambushed someone from her past, threatening her relationships with the remaining contestants. Chet struggles with Gary's offer.

Rachel helps Serena navigate the home stretch and narrow the suitors down to two at Chet's lifetime achievement gala. However, clashing opinions cause a public fight and Quinn's plan to take down Gary takes a turn.