Ep 4. Unconsciously Coupling

The episode "Unconsciously Coupling" of the show Alexa and Katie's third season opens with Katie trying to find the perfect gift for Alexa's graduation, which is just a few days away. She wants it to be thoughtful, something that would remind Alexa of their strong friendship. But with all the rush and confusion, it seems she can't come up with anything that fits the bill.

At school, Alexa is facing some problems of her own. She discovers that she's struggling to pick a college, despite her previous plans. While her parents and friends are supportive, Alexa feels the pressure to make the right choice weighing heavily on her. Meanwhile, Katie is trying to win over her crush, Darian. She is excited at the possibility of telling him how she feels on the day of Alexa's graduation.

During rehearsal for the ceremony, Alexa meets the new transfer student, Simon. Despite their initial awkward encounter, Simon and Alexa quickly bond over their shared interest in music, becoming close friends in a short amount of time. As the graduation day draws closer, Alexa and Simon spend more time together, leading her to realize that she might have more than just friendship feelings for him.

Meanwhile, Katie's attempts to impress Darian fail spectacularly, leaving her feeling embarrassed and defeated. She tells Alexa about her feelings for him, and Alexa encourages her friend to be honest about her feelings.

At the graduation ceremony, Alexa is feeling confused about her relationship with Simon and worries that her feelings might ruin their new friendship. As she and Katie take the stage to speak at the ceremony, Alexa is overcome by emotions, reflecting on the past four years of high school and the journey she and Katie have been on together. In her speech, Alexa emphasizes the importance of friendship, urging everyone to cherish their relationships with others.

After graduation, Alexa and Simon have an honest conversation that clarifies their feelings for each other. Alexa discovers that Simon has also developed feelings for her, and they decide to take their relationship to the next level. Darian finds out about Katie's feelings for him and tells her that he feels the same way.

"Unconsciously Coupling" is a heartwarming episode that tugs at the heartstrings, exploring the ups and downs that come with growing up and navigating relationships. It's an episode that emphasizes the importance of friendship and honesty, and how they can help to pave the way for new experiences and opportunities.