Craig tries to steal the limelight from Anika when she plans a special video screening, but it only ends up bringing them closer. Meanwhile, Laurel finds out Mark is failing at school, Kat tries to avoid Gil, and Chris woos Jen with opera tickets.

Mark and Laurel's relationship is put to the test after Mark sees Laurel's video diary. Meanwhile, Anika and Erin get into a fight over Craig.

Tyler & Anika play an extortion-filled version of cat and mouse, that leaves Craig the victim. Meanwhile aptitude test results affect many, including Mark who's aptitude for art leads him into taking the starring role in Gil's play; and Chris & Jen face an ultimatum.

When Laurel's modeling money comes through, she's inundated with people and their ideas for her money - including Mark; Gil desperately tries to fire Erin from his movie; Shannen misunderstands when her friend Stevie asks her to a dance; and Chris & Jen attempt to deal with post-breakup issues.