After Laura runs into Nina, Ben becomes convinced that he's living a real-life "Fatal Attraction," although there's a less sinister explanation for the recent telephone hang-ups. Meanwhile, Linda's eating has spiraled out of control, so Geneva intervenes -- for a price.

Ben agrees to collaborate on a novel with his mentor, but he finds himself doing all the work.

Geneva's old boyfriend breaks out of jail and entrusts her with a bag of stolen diamonds.