After a season that seemed to usher the group into a new "grown-up" era, many of the Charmers find themselves single or on the brink of breakup. Though businesses are thriving, life after love presents inevitable fractures in friendships and new romances.

Salley hosts a beach party in the hope of getting closer to Craig, but it’s her friend Charley who captures his attention. Austen’s relationship hits a rough patch when Madison reveals a secret to Audrey.

Austen’s FOMO for the single life grows as Craig sets his sights on new girl Charley. When the gang gets together for Whitner’s literary-themed birthday, an innocent comment about a hot tub threatens to destroy a friendship.

As Whitner’s literary-themed party continues, Craig pushes Shep to reveal a damaging rumor about Austen. Molly takes aim at Salley after dibs are called on more than one guy in the group.

Craig throws his first pool party since his breakup and Austen is a no-show. Salley finds herself in multiple arguments as she spreads deeply personal gossip about Molly and is confronted by Venita about Craig.