The intimate atmosphere shifts suddenly when Simone effectively kicks Tess out, leaving her feeling more isolated than before. The Aftermath
Simone warns Tess not to get involved with Jake romantically, describing him as a "brat" who refuses to help her sell their childhood home. [S1E4] Simone's
Despite Simone’s explicit warnings, Tess meets up with her coworkers after their shift. The episode concludes with a bold move: Tess kisses Jake on the sidewalk in front of the restaurant. Jake promises to take her out for a real "night on the town" once he returns from a trip to Cape Cod to settle his family affairs. The episode concludes with a bold move: Tess
Tess's attempt to bridge the gap between her and the experienced restaurant staff highlights her status as an outsider. Tess learns that Simone and Jake (Tom Sturridge)
Tess learns that Simone and Jake (Tom Sturridge) grew up as neighbors in Cape Cod. After Jake's mother passed away when he was eight, he moved in with Simone's family, and she became a maternal figure to him.
After a lonely morning, (Ella Purnell) makes an impulsive decision to visit Simone's (Caitlin FitzGerald) apartment unannounced. To her surprise, Simone invites her in, and the two spend a leisurely afternoon drinking Champagne and having candid conversations. Key Revelations: