The third episode of "Your Friends & Neighbors" kicks off with Cooper's arrival at Barney's opulent abode. Barney, a wealthy neighbor, has recently become quite chummy with Nick, whose gym business is booming and making him one of Barney's most lucrative clients. However, Coop isn't thrilled about this newfound camaraderie, especially as Nick prepares to host a lavish party that very evening.
Next, Coop and Barney head to meet Rick Massey, a high-profile lawyer. They seek his expertise to combat the allegations levied against Coop by a formidable firm, understanding that this legal battle could stretch on for two to three years. Massey's fees are anything but modest, adding to Coop's already burgeoning financial woes.
Meanwhile, Ali discovers a shocking infestation of carpet moths at her home. To her astonishment, eradicating this pest problem could cost her (and by extension, Coop) a staggering sum of ten to fifteen thousand dollars, short of tearing up all the carpets. Immediate action is paramount, leaving Ali with no choice but to agree to the expensive treatment.
But pests aren't the only unwelcome visitors Ali has to contend with. Lu pays her a visit, armed with knowledge about Coop's murky past. She's delved into his history, uncovering his descent into petty crime due to liquidity issues. Lu is privy to all of Coop's machinations, including tracing the serial number of a stolen watch back to her neighbor's place.
Remarkably, Lu is willing to continue doing business with Coop, but only under the condition that he doesn't betray her when the going gets tough – a scenario she fully expects will arise. Moreover, she has the money he desperately needs, which seems to smooth over any lingering tensions between them.
Coop dials Liv's number, his voice resonating with urgency as he urges her to navigate the moral compass. Dragging Massey into the fray promises a tangled web of complexities, particularly since her name will soon be splashed across every newspaper headline. That very evening, fate conspires to leave Coop adrift in a sea of solitude, as every individual in his circle is anchored by other commitments. It's as if the cosmos aligns, beckoning Coop to embark on an unplanned escapade – an impromptu raid on his neighbors' abodes.
Kat Resnick, a highly esteemed criminal defense lawyer whose name echoes through Manhattan's legal circles, emerges as Coop's next intended target. But fate throws a curveball; she returns home accompanied by a new male acquaintance, who happens to be none other than her daughter's beau. With a mischievous grin, Coop pockets an exquisite bottle of wine and shifts his focus towards Nick's place.
At Nick's, Barney's presence looms large, his demeanor swaying precariously due to alcohol's grip. He confesses to being entangled in a financial quagmire, exacerbated by the impending arrival of his in-laws, eager to relocate to the US and keep a closer watch. Coop, feeling a pang of sympathy, digs into his own pocket and extends a helping hand, placing his hard-earned stack of cash into Barney's grasp.
Meanwhile, Hunter's world spins wildly out of control during a drumming performance, fueled by a mushroom-induced haze. In a moment of vulnerability, he reaches out to Ali, his voice a mixture of desperation and plea. Ali discovers him submerged in a tub, Hunter's soul laid bare as he confesses his perpetual invisibility. During the performance, he felt seen, a fleeting sensation that now feels shattered. Despite his trepidation, the next day at school, Hunter is warmly embraced by his peers, their warmth restoring a semblance of normalcy to his turmoil-torn spirit.
Over at Nick's place, Kat's unsuspecting husband cherishes the belief that he shares something truly special with his wife, oblivious to her clandestine activities. Meanwhile, Paul indulges in derogatory remarks about Samantha, unaware that her close bond with Coop makes such slander a sensitive topic for her. A heated altercation ensues between them, but Nick deftly diverts their attention with a game of basketball.
However, the situation takes a dramatic downturn when Jerry suffers a severe leg injury on the court, so grievous that an ambulance is promptly summoned. Meanwhile, the wives engage in self-defense lessons, which unexpectedly evolve into an intimate heart-to-heart session, with everyone partaking in pot brownies.
Sam and Mel find themselves in deep conversation about their respective predicaments. Mel opens up about the widening rift between her and Coop, providing a poignant perspective that resonates with Samantha, who is grappling with a similar issue.
Elsewhere, Brad Sperling, the individual whom Coop initially wronged, contacts the police to report his missing watch. The detective, skeptical given that this is the only item missing from the house, suspects that Brad might have misplaced it himself.
As for Coop, he returns to Nick's that night, intending to swipe the guy's championship ring from his closet. But just as he's about to make his move, someone trains a gun on the back of his head. Oh dear!
