Chris meets Mr. Martin and sees the marvelous garage, explores downtown Tarrant, and hangs out at Donatello’s with Danielle, but feels distant from Cutler and Kirandra.

Sarah prepares for the arrival of the maintenance ship, bakes apple tarts, and drives the rover out to greet Mack, Daniel, and Gregory.

Sarah’s thoughts and actions upon founding day — her emotional landscape and her world.

Mrs. Wilson discusses her son with Wenchy; Lauren realizes why she is “safe”. Brandon learns about the YMSPSI. The mysterious leader of the DMIC appears, and the Complexitor receives an unexpected guest.

Chris joins the Wednesday-afternoon LARP and meets Danny, Sherry, Tamara, and Madame S. Danielle delivers pizza with a twist.

Tristiana strikes the DMIC, and delivers an ultimatum to the Complexitor. Dana tries to figure out Brandon’s secret (still). Brandon and Brian play basketball and talk about girls.

The Complexitor goes to Starry Nights, and meets his business associates and Tristiana. Strategy night at the DMIC. Brandon’s studying has improved and he realizes what his emotions mean. Lauren asks for fashion advice. Tristiana’s plan begins.

Chris attends a barbeque across the street, gets a bike, and meets Danielle, a freshman in college. Later he explores the town, stops by the photo Hut, and meets Jeff.

At the Westchester High football game, Operation Flash Fire kicks into high gear: the DMIC and Jackie take on the Complexitor.

Kirandra invites Chris over for dinner, and he meets her globe-traveling Uncle Thomas. Chris’s mom calls. Shy takes the family minivan on a joyride!