Frances rushes to intercept Robert before he tells the children that she is divorcing him; Diane waits for news on Nick's condition; Frances considers signing a lease to open her art gallery.

Robert and Frances attend couples therapy to see if their marriage is salvageable; Frances gets advice from Dallas; Robert vents at work; tensions mount as Frances and Robert try to maintain a facade of normalcy for their children.

Frances and Robert try to remain amicable as they meet with a mediator; Frances confides in a co-worker; Robert gets some surprising financial news.

Frances learns that Robert has hired a lawyer; Frances attempts to connect with an influential artist; Robert pitches an investment opportunity to Nick.

Frances and Robert try to set aside their differences and make their annual Christmas trip to her parents' house with the children.

Frances learns that Robert had been misleading about their finances; Robert tries to start dating again.

Frances tries to get a new job, but is troubled because Robert suddenly seems so happy, in spite of the divorce.

Frances takes issue with a lawyer's insinuations of negligence. Dallas makes a connection at Diane and Nick's party.

Tensions begin to ease between Frances and Robert; Frances' new lawyer makes a move that sends Robert on a vengeful path.