Richie (with Lori Beth and Richie Jr.) and Ralph return from the army. Howard is able to get Richie an interview with The Milwaukee Journal, but Richie doesn't appear to be interested.

Still upset about having given up on his dream as a screenwriter and having to pretend to be happy all of the time, Richie takes out his frustrations on everyone around him - including punching Fonzie in a bar.

Fonzie's adoption request is reconsidered after a stern talk by Howard to the adoptions administrator.

Meanwhile, Joanie and Chachi continue to prepare for their wedding.