The shadow of a recent tragedy clung to Ellis, making concentration at work a near impossibility as a critical project drew near. Faced with her colleague’s distress, Anna felt compelled to seek assistance from Ellis’ son, Jackson.

Following an unusual find in Ellis’s basement, Jackson extended his stay in Los Angeles and established clearer boundaries with his father. This shift in dynamics, in turn, emboldened Ellis to challenge the board's authority.

Seeking to reshape the trajectory of his personal and professional life, Ellis agrees to allow a reporter to document his days. Meanwhile, Anna strives to maintain a semblance of normalcy amidst the unfolding changes at the office.

The repercussions of the *Time* magazine feature weigh heavily on Ellis, fueling his apprehension of being dismissed. He finds solace in the loyalty of a longtime friend, while Anna diligently gathers information to safeguard the twins from…

Faced with the twins' threat of legal action, Anna and Ellis hatched a plan for a birthday surprise. Meanwhile, Jackson and the Red Lab crew made their way to the bar, where long-held emotions began to surface.

A phone call from a former professor throws Jackson into a difficult position. The team at the Red Lab confronts some uncomfortable realities. Meanwhile, Ellis is determined to pursue ambitious goals with the support of his part-time work.

Ellis and Jackson labored over the landscaping throughout the day, but the intended father-son camaraderie gradually dissolved into playful mockery. Later, at the house, Leslie lingered past his welcome.

The emergency board meeting threatened Ellis’ position. A startling revelation compelled Jackson to rise to the challenge, striving to avert disaster for both the company and his father.