Ep 3. Young and the Restless

In this episode of Rules of Engagement titled "Young and the Restless," we see that Audrey's sister Barbara comes to visit, and Audrey is convinced that she is trying to steal her life. Meanwhile, Jeff tries to help Adam get over his breakup with Jennifer, and Russell tries to make a move on a younger woman.

As the episode opens, Audrey is clearly agitated as she waits for her sister Barbara to arrive. When Barbara finally shows up (with a set of keys to Audrey's apartment), it quickly becomes clear that the two have a tense relationship. Barbara seems to have everything that Audrey wants – a husband, a successful career, and children – and Audrey is convinced that Barbara is trying to steal her life.

Meanwhile, at work, Jeff is trying to help Adam get over his breakup with Jennifer. Adam is clearly struggling with the end of the relationship, and Jeff suggests that he needs to get back into the dating game. Jeff sets Adam up on a blind date with one of his wife's friends, but Adam is hesitant to move on.

Russell, on the other hand, is more interested in pursuing a younger woman. He meets a college student named Tracy at a bar and immediately begins trying to impress her with stories of his success and wealth. Despite the fact that Tracy is clearly not interested, Russell continues to pursue her.

As the episode progresses, Audrey becomes increasingly convinced that Barbara is trying to take over her life. When Barbara suggests that she and Audrey work on a joint project for their company, Audrey sees this as proof that Barbara is trying to steal her job. She becomes so paranoid that she even tries to convince her husband Jeff that Barbara is up to no good.

Meanwhile, Adam's blind date doesn't go quite as planned. He's clearly not over Jennifer and spends most of the date talking about her. His date, Jessica, seems sympathetic at first, but eventually grows frustrated with Adam's inability to move on. The date ends badly, with Adam storming out of the restaurant.

As the episode draws to a close, Russell's pursuit of Tracy finally comes to a head. He shows up at her dorm room unannounced and tries to impress her with a bottle of wine. Tracy, however, is not interested and tells Russell that she has a boyfriend. Russell finally realizes that he's been wasting his time and leaves, feeling dejected.

Meanwhile, Audrey finally confronts Barbara about her suspicions that Barbara is trying to steal her life. Barbara is hurt and confused by Audrey's accusations, but eventually they talk things out and come to an understanding. Audrey realizes that she's been projecting her own insecurities onto Barbara and apologizes for her behavior.

In the end, everyone is a little wiser and a little more mature. Jeff is more understanding of Adam's situation, Russell learns that sometimes a younger woman isn't interested in an older man's money, and Audrey and Barbara strengthen their relationship. It's a heartwarming episode that shows us that sometimes all it takes is a little communication to solve our problems.