Willard is embarrassed at his inability to dance with Rusty, leading Ren to give him private lessons after school hours. Chuck confronts Ariel about her feelings towards Ren behind the bleachers. Ariel throws the first punch, which Chuck retaliates to with a backhand slap, knocking her to the ground. Realising what he's done, Chuck begins to remove himself from the situation and getting back into his vehicle; however, Ariel further escalates the situation by getting a pole and starting to smash the lights of Chuck's pickup, he grabs her to prevent further damage, but she continues to fight - it is only ended by Chuck finally astride her after a scuffle with one final slap, incapacitating her and allowing him to drive away, telling her that he "was through with her anyway". Ren helps Ariel clean herself up before going home, cementing their relationship. That night, a brick with the words "Burn in Hell" is thrown through the window of Ren's house, causing his uncle to lash out at his outspoken behavior. Ethel reveals that she was fired by her boss because of Ren's actions, but tells her son to stand up for what he believes is right.