Following Larry’s purchase of a costly stereo chair, their apartment was burglarized, the chair among the items taken. Consequently, Larry invested in a sophisticated home security system, yet he insisted on managing it entirely alone, refu…

Balki took on the task of babysitting his new neighbor’s daughter, Tess, and with characteristic abandon, allowed her complete freedom. The result was a whirlwind of chaos that swept through the apartment, severely disrupting Larry's attemp…

An old boyfriend recently asked Jennifer out, and mindful of her feelings, she consulted with Larry beforehand. He readily agreed, assuming that’s what she desired, though in truth, she was seeking clarity about the direction their own rela…

Larry and Balki impulsively purchased a racehorse, only to watch him finish dead last in his debut competition. Their disappointment deepened when they learned the animal suffered from an irreversible illness. Undeterred, Balki decided to b…

The ancient grudge of the Bartokomous family, dormant for five centuries, has been rekindled with the arrival of their longtime adversary, Zolton Bauchelitis, who now demands a duel with Balki. Larry finds himself unexpectedly embroiled in …

A familiar anxiety about air travel returned for Larry as he conducted an interview with a pilot—an invitation soon followed, offering him the chance to observe the man’s piloting skills from up close.

Larry was dispatched to Los Angeles to cover the wedding of a popular soap opera actress, and Balki naturally accompanied him. In their eagerness to uncover a more compelling story, they inadvertently found themselves embroiled in danger wh…

Having secured proof of their innocence on tape, Larry and Balki faced a new challenge: delivering it to the authorities. Their efforts were complicated when they were robbed and subsequently seized by those working for Marco. Getting the v…

Driven by affection for Jennifer, Larry purchased an engagement ring from a man on the street, completely oblivious to the fact that the seller dealt in counterfeit gems. Upon discovering the ring’s deception, Larry sold his car, procured a…

Larry’s recent inquiries yielded unsettling evidence suggesting Mary Anne was a serial killer, though Jennifer remained deeply skeptical, having known her for years. However, Larry's apprehension intensified when he discovered Mary Anne’s p…

Bunky McDermott, Larry’s well-known rival from high school, arrived unexpectedly and extended an invitation to both Larry and Balki: a formal dinner party and membership into his exclusive club. Overjoyed at the prospect, Larry, eager to im…

As Balki rehearsed his magic act for the Youth Center show, Larry stubbornly declined to attend, wrestling with writer’s block regarding Mr. Wainwright's assignment. However, news of an impending visit from Margaret Thatcher sparked a sudde…

A sizable box containing more than fifty thousand dollars unexpectedly turned up for Balki. While Larry entertained the notion of keeping their unexpected windfall, Balki was determined to locate its true owner – a task that promised consid…

Grandpa Appleton’s arrival was something of a shock. At seventy-six years old, he possessed the energy and demeanor of a boy barely out of his teens, accompanied by a girlfriend noticeably younger than himself. Larry felt Grandpa should con…

As winter deepened, Larry succumbed to a nasty cold, as did nearly everyone around him—all except Balki. Sensing his friend’s distress, Balki's mother sent a plant said to possess curative properties, which promptly healed Larry and those a…

Larry secured tickets to a Bulls game, planning to take Balki along on a night he’d previously committed to attending the ballet with Jennifer. To cover his deception, Larry told Jennifer he had to work. Balki then recounted a familiar tale…

Jennifer’s mother was arriving for a visit and insisted on meeting Larry, a prospect that filled Jennifer with considerable unease; she doubted her mother would offer him her approval. Later, an unfortunate accident occurred when Larry lost…

A music promoter spotted Balki and presented him with a record deal and accompanying video contract. Persuaded by Larry, Balki agreed, quickly becoming the latest rap sensation following the release of a video titled "Fresh Young Balki B." …

Balki decided to run for student body president and, naturally, enlisted Larry’s assistance. As was typical, Larry’s enthusiasm quickly spiraled into extravagance. The students, however, reacted poorly to Balki’s proposal of reinstating the…

Larry proposed a publicity stunt to Mr. Wainwright: a Chronicle employee should remain atop a billboard until the Bulls broke their losing streak. Mr. Wainwright found the suggestion appealing and tasked Larry with finding a volunteer. Dece…

Balki’s catering business truly flourished when he began preparing food for a Texan gathering. Following Larry's suggestion, Balki accepted another event on the very same evening, completely unaware that Larry had already committed to a dif…

Larry planned a duck hunt with Mr. Wainwright, and Balki, harboring a long-held grudge stemming from a childhood incident involving a duck, desperately wanted to join. Larry reluctantly agreed, impressed by Balki’s unexpected marksmanship. …

Balki managed to persuade Larry into volunteering with the local fire department. After a grueling training session led by the fire chief, however, Larry declared he wouldn’t set foot back at the station. That resolve softened considerably …

Balki and Mary Anne hoped Larry and Jennifer would finally announce a wedding date, yet they remained hesitant. To encourage them, Balki devised an official compatibility quiz, intending to determine if they were truly suited for marriage—b…