 Monique has a difficult first meeting with Adam Louder, the owner of Stage 99 nightclub when she becomes attracted to him. Linda gives a warning to Eric who finally pays off his debt to his business partners and cleans up his act. But later, Eric finds some dirt on Chris that he was arrested as a suspect years ago on rape and murder charges. A favor from Monique fails to move Julie who views Monique as competition rather than a friend. Meanwhile, Hillary tries to break up David and Julie with an lucrative job offer for Julie in Europe. Sarah reacts against her better judgment to continue modeling. Also, Carrie s mental health continues to go downhill after a talk with Paul who tells her to stay away from him.