Playing hostess at 232, Lauren is immediately attracted to John - a self-made millionaire. Nat embarks on a new business venture - sending Sean to play out 'pool guy' fantasies for bored, sexually dissatisfied wealthy women. Finding the 'pool guy' role demeaning, Sean shares his concerns with Nat but her response has him wondering whether there is any romance between them, or whether their relationship is 'strictly business'. Tess finally finds the courage to cut ties with her ex, Daniel, while Amy's need for intimacy leads her into a relationship with a client, Gus, outside of 232 getting her into a sticky situation.