Ep 9. Absence Makes the Heart Grow...Never Mind

In "Absence Makes the Heart Grow...Never Mind," season 2 episode 9 of What I Like About You, Val's sister Holly is feeling down about her long-distance relationship with Vince. Val tries to cheer her up by having her attend a pumpkin carving party with her and her friends. However, the party takes an unexpected turn when Holly meets a new guy, Noah, who she hits it off with instantly.

Meanwhile, Holly's ex-boyfriend Henry is in town and comes over to visit Holly's apartment. They end up having a heart-to-heart conversation about their past and their lingering feelings for each other, causing Holly to question her feelings for both Henry and Vince.

At the pumpkin carving party, Noah offers to drive Holly home and they share a kiss in his car. The next day, Holly goes on a coffee date with Noah, but she can't stop thinking about Vince. She ends up calling Vince and telling him how much she misses him, only for him to reveal that he's been offered a job in Los Angeles and wants her to move there with him.

This news leaves Holly feeling confused and torn between her feelings for Vince and her new connection with Noah. Val offers her sister some words of wisdom and encourages her to follow her heart.

In the end, Holly makes her decision and heads to the airport to surprise Vince before he boards his flight. She tells him that she loves him and is ready to move to Los Angeles with him. As they embrace, Val and Holly's friends cheer them on from a distance.

"Absence Makes the Heart Grow...Never Mind" is a heartwarming episode that explores the complexities of love, long-distance relationships, and following your heart. It features strong performances from the cast, particularly Jennie Garth as Val and Amanda Bynes as Holly, and highlights the bond between the two sisters. Fans of the show will enjoy this episode for its heartfelt moments and relatable themes.