Episode 13 of "Not Dead Yet" kicks off with Nell's latest ghostly companion, Grace, delivering a scathing critique of her bathroom organizational skills. It transpires that Phillip has been residing with Nell for several weeks, as they navigate the complexities of their evolving relationship. Nell confesses to feeling torn about Phillip, her emotions a tangled mess.
Meanwhile, Edward is ecstatic with Phillip's presence in the house. He is the only one privy to Phillip's secret residency, as Nell fears the reaction of Sam and Dennis if she were to reveal the truth.
Over breakfast, Phillip casually mentions that he is considering a job offer at a local restaurant and wonders if Nell is willing to give their relationship another chance. She decides to take some time to ponder the matter, her mind swirling with doubts and hopes.
At the office, Sam confronts Nell about her secrecy surrounding Phillip's living arrangements. Nell remains tight-lipped, refusing to divulge any further details, and the conversation shifts to Dennis. Dennis and his husband have been officially certified as foster parents and are eagerly awaiting the call that will bring a new child into their lives. He is a nervous bundle of energy, but thankfully, he has Lexi, who has been steadfastly supporting him through the entire process.
Throughout the day, Grace persists in her efforts to get Nell to declutter not only her physical space but also her emotional life. Later, Nell gathers Sam and Cricket for a girls' night out, seeking their opinions on her predicament. Sam remains skeptical about Phillip's ability to change, while Cricket champions the idea of second chances. In the end, they agree to disagree, and Nell decides to give the relationship a second chance. Sam promises her unwavering support, and Nell calls Phillip, urging him to accept the job offer. As soon as she hangs up the phone, Grace vanishes from her sight.
The next day, Nell approaches Dennis for a new assignment, but to her surprise, she finds that she can no longer see the ghost. She realizes with a sinking heart that she has lost the ability to talk to, see, or hear ghosts. She feels a pang of sadness but tries to hide it from the others.
Phillip pops into the office later, inviting Dennis and Sam to a friendly dinner that night. Nell offers to invite Cricket, and Lexi quickly jumps on the invitation as well. As evening approaches, the dinner party begins, with Edward noting that Nell has been tidier lately since Phillip's return. Phillip also mentions, with a twinkle in his eye, that he has managed to wean Nell off her favorite television show.
At the dinner table, Sam tries to give Phillip a chance to redeem himself, while Cricket makes it clear that Phillip must be careful not to hurt Nell again. Dennis is firmly on Phillip's side and confesses that he is eagerly awaiting the call that will bring a foster child into their lives. The evening passes in a blur of laughter and conversation, as the group enjoys each other's company and supports Nell in her new chapter with Phillip.
As the evening's feasting progressed, Phillip diligently strove to charm the guests and Nell alike. As Cricket reminisced about her departed husband, Monty, a melancholic pall fell over Nell, who mourned the loss of her ability to commune with spirits. Excusing herself from the table, she withdrew, and Phillip, sensing her unease, followed suit.
In a moment of candor, Nell confided in Phillip her unusual gift of seeing the deceased. Phillip, though startled, reassured her that the ghosts' departure was indeed a blessing. He earnestly advised her to relinquish her job, observing the evident strain it placed on her.
Dennis, at long last, received the call that would mark the beginning of his journey as a foster parent. He hesitated, uncertain if he and his partner were ready to embrace the responsibility of nurturing two young hearts. Yet, overcoming his doubts, he resolved to embrace this new chapter, and the joy and support of his friends and family were his steadfast companions. They firmly believed in Dennis's capacity to be a loving father and stood by him in his endeavors.
However, despite her confession to Phillip, Nell found herself feeling increasingly isolated and forlorn. The revelation had not brought her the solace she had hoped for. Edward, noticing her waning spirits, sought to buoy her up, pointing out that her association with Phillip had altered her profoundly. He harbored doubts about the suitability of their relationship, recalling instances where Nell had behaved unlike her usual self in Phillip's presence. This candid feedback resonated with Nell, and she realized that Edward's observations were spot-on. Consequently, she made the difficult decision to end her relationship with Phillip.
Following her breakup with Phillip, Nell emerged with a renewed sense of self-satisfaction, and Sam could not help but beam with pride. Although Nell remained uncertain about the possibility of the ghosts returning, she felt at peace with herself, content in her present state. And as the season drew to a close, it did so on a jubilant note, with everyone celebrating Dennis's newfound role and the unpredictable yet wonderful surprises that life had in store for them all.
