The seventh episode of Season 2 of "Ginny & Georgia" kicks off with Ginny and Georgia indulging in cake on a cozy couch, as Georgia imparts a harsh truth to Ginny: life is unfair and challenging, necessitating a tough exterior. The duo hasn't budged from that couch since Christmas, and Georgia, displaying a rare moment of leniency, informs Ginny that school isn't mandatory if she's not mentally prepared.
A text from Marcus interrupts their lounging, informing Ginny of his return from his grandparents' place. With that, Georgia rises from the couch, citing errands as her excuse to leave. Ginny's narration follows, painting a picture of her mother's forced hardness, a shield forged from life's relentless battering.
Georgia's next stop is Zion, where she confronts him about keeping Ginny's self-harm a secret. Zion reveals that Ginny pleaded with him not to tattle, only to be interrupted by Simone's arrival. Georgia scolds Zion for his silence, even as Marcus makes his way to visit Ginny, eliciting a joyful leap from her.
They settle onto the couch, where Ginny shares her mom's newfound motherly concern over her self-harm. Marcus, on the other hand, recounts his cheerful time with his grandparents. Austin's arrival spices things up with a magic trick, and Ginny confides in Marcus about Gil's release from prison. Later, at a gathering with Abby, Norah, and Maxine, the topic of Christmas revelations surfaces, with Maxine revealing Marcus's reclusive behavior during the holidays.
Back at their abode, Gil attempts to convince Georgia of his transformation, but she remains unconvinced. His proposition to take Austin to a hockey game meets with Georgia's refusal. Gil's attempts to reignite their old sexual tension are swiftly quashed by Georgia. Ellen's entrance, bearing bridesmaids' dresses, offers a moment of levity, amusing her at Gil's nickname for Georgia, 'G'.
After Gil's departure, Ellen and Georgia delve into wedding plans, with Georgia expressing her desire for a wedding that defies convention.
Bracia, Maxine, along with their friends, engage in a lively discussion about Bracia and Bryon, their conversation filled with animated chatter. Maxine eventually joins the fray, adding her voice to the mix. Ginny, visibly stressed, mentions her English class dilemma: selecting a book from a list she has compiled. Stacy, with a thoughtful suggestion, recommends "Sister Outsider" as a potential choice. Maxine then gently reminds everyone that it's time for their English class.
In class, Ginny courageously presents her chosen book to the class, her voice trembling slightly with nerves. Mr. Gotten, their teacher, proposes an engaging activity: reading select chapters and assigning Ginny the role of facilitating the subsequent class discussion. Ginny, though not thrilled with the prospect, nods her acceptance without protest.
Elsewhere, Georgia arrives at school, greeted warmly by Cynthia and Ellen, her smile brightening as she catches up with them. Austin bounds into the scene, bursting with excitement. Georgia waves warmly, and Austin, spotting his father, bolts towards him. His father has come bearing tickets to a hockey game, an unexpected delight. Austin, remembering his need for snack money, turns to Ginny, who obligingly hands him some coins before he dashes off with Gil to the game.
The narrative shifts to a poignant flashback, where a younger Gil and Georgia share a tender moment. Gil confesses his enjoyment in buying Georgia gifts, prompting her curiosity about his financial means. With a sheepish grin, Gil reveals his secret: fabricating services for the company, pocketing the money without anyone's knowledge.
Later, Georgia and Paul watch a movie, but Georgia's attention is elsewhere, her eyes glued to her phone. She explains she's tracking Gil and Austin, revealing that she gifted Austin a watch equipped with a tracker. Paul, concerned, offers to have his lawyer finalize visitation permissions, but Georgia declines, confident in her ability to monitor them through the tracker.
Simone, Ginny, and Zion shared a cozy dinner together, their conversation flowing naturally until Ginny posed a probing question to Simone: "Do you ever feel guilty for defending someone who is clearly guilty?" Simone responded thoughtfully, advocating, "Everyone deserves a defense, regardless of their guilt." Just then, Ginny recalled her duty to lead a discussion on the book she had chosen and made her excuses, deciding to depart. Zion, ever the gentleman, offered to escort her home.
Meanwhile, Gil and Austin arrived back at their residence, where Paul quickly assumed the role of the stern "stepfather," instructing Austin to retire for the night. Shortly after, Zion pulled up to drop off Ginny, and the subsequent encounter among Paul, Gil, and Zion was charged with tension, evoking the atmosphere of a classic Western film. Zion expressed astonishment at seeing Gil free from prison, and once Gil had left, Paul and Zion found common ground in their mutual disdain for him.
Later, Georgia sought out Ginny in her bedroom, her curiosity piqued, "Is there something serious brewing between Zion and Simone?" Ginny, however, was reluctant to meddle and brushed the question aside. Georgia took her leave, and soon after, Ginny received a text from Marcus, who was peering through their window. She inquired about his absence from school, to which he replied that he wasn't fond of Mondays following a vacation. Ginny invited him over, but he declined, citing exhaustion. His father, Clint, then entered the room, gesturing to Marcus if he wished to join them for a movie, but Marcus declined once more. Clint inquired about Marcus's day at school, receiving an affirmative response before Marcus retreated to his bedroom.
The following day, Ginny approached Silver at school, inquiring about Marcus's whereabouts. Silver revealed that Marcus had missed their Chemistry class. Bracia and Maxine joined the conversation, and Maxine couldn't help but notice Silver's necklace, prompting Silver to excuse herself abruptly. Bracia and Ginny then shared their observation with Maxine, teasing that Silver seemed to have developed a crush on her.
Just as the trio was about to disperse, Marcus stumbled into school, clearly intoxicated. Maxine and Ginny were taken aback, and Ginny had to quickly hide Marcus from Georgia when she entered the room.
Georgia is escorting Ginny to her therapy session, determined to be by her side despite the therapist's emphasis on fostering a safe, unsupported space for Ginny. Ginny, though appreciative of her mother's companionship, gently urges Georgia to enhance her listening skills during these intimate conversations.
Later, Maxine escorts Marcus back home and, as she tucks him into bed, he inquisitively wonders if Ginny harbors any resentment towards him. Meanwhile, back at the therapy session, Ginny opens up to Georgia, outlining her heartfelt desires for a more attentive listener in her mother.
Post-session, mother and daughter share a reflective moment in the car, toasting to their session with a sip. Ginny reveals Mr. Gitten's assigned task, prompting Georgia to assertively remind her daughter that she was never raised to tolerate mistreatment.
At the Blue Farm, an urgent SOS message from Abby pops up on Ginny's phone, informing her that her father has a new girlfriend. Elsewhere, Cynthia awaits Joe at a restaurant, poised for his shift to end. As Abby steps into the restroom, Gil enters, prompting Ginny to greet him warmly and suggest he request the 'Ginny's version' turkey special.
Gil then proceeds to Joe to place his order, catching Cynthia's attention. Their conversation veers into Georgia, with Cynthia disclosing that she's not fond of her. Gil confides in Cynthia, revealing that Georgia embezzled funds and framed him, leading to his incarceration. Grateful for the understanding ear, Cynthia offers him a real estate card to assist in his apartment hunt. Just as she's about to divulge more about Georgia's alleged theft from the mayor's office, Joe returns with her order, interrupting their candid exchange.
Gil bids Ginny farewell with heartfelt goodbyes, upon which Ginny proceeds to Marcus's abode for a visit. During their class session, Ginny finds herself unable to engage in the discussion, dismissively labeling it as "utter nonsense" and abruptly abandoning the English lesson. Maxine, concerned, trails after her outside. Hunter echoes Ginny's sentiments, labeling the discussion as "pure bullshit." Ginny, regretful over her outburst, confronts Maxine about her failure to stand up for her earlier and informs her they'll talk later that evening. Left to her own devices, Maxine finds herself accompanied by Silver, who, attempting to comfort her, offers a hug, which Maxine politely declines, choosing solitude instead.
Meanwhile, Georgia responds to Ginny's call for a ride, only to find herself at Joe's restaurant amidst an unexpected bachelorette surprise. A nostalgic flashback transpires, revealing a birthday celebration for Ginny in their younger years, where Gil presents her with a gift, while Zion stands empty-handed. Realizing her error, Maxine seeks Ginny out to apologize, intending to serenade her as a gesture of goodwill. However, their tender moment is interrupted by Gabriel's arrival, prompting Ginny to dismiss him promptly. Joe, spotting some glasses, is transported back to a memory of his youth when Georgia mischievously plucked them from his pockets.
Ginny and Georgia return home, where Georgia calls for Austin, only to learn from Ginny that he is with Gil. Spotting Austin's trackable watch lying around, a wave of worry washes over her, but fortunately, Gil and Austin return shortly thereafter, alleviating her concerns. As Georgia retires to remove her makeup, she retrieves a gun, meticulously loads it, and conceals it back in its hiding spot before exiting the room, her resolve unshaken.
