18. Liaisons

Complete story — includes the ending

Tom's crankiness takes a toll on Lynette for hiring sous-chef Rick Colleti, a former drug addict, to work at the pizzeria, as well as Mrs. McCluskey, who quits her babysitting job. Edie and Carlos have sex again to prove they are not "bad in bed" and plan to take their relationship to the "family" level. Victor confesses he is in love with Gabrielle when she tries to make him jealous. Susan and Ian contemplate moving permanently to London after Ian thinks Mike will always be around them in Fairview. Mike quits his hypnotherapy sessions because he feels it reminds him of his love for Susan and comes to Susan and Ian's rescue when their car falls into a lake. Later, Mike kisses her when she gives him a "thank you" gift, causing Susan to doubt her loyalty for Ian. Tom calls to apologize to Mrs. McCluskey, who is later revealed to have frozen her husband Gilbert's body in the basement freezer.