Tanjareen Thomas

Paige tries to figure out how to tell her parents she’s won the acting role of a lifetime. On the eve of the big Locked cast announcement party, Paige is more nervous about telling her parents the truth about snagging her dream role than the actual event. With her parents set on her education taking priority, she tries to find a way to convince them – and herself – that she can do both. Meanwhile, the gossip is still swirling about Rainer and Jordan’s fight over Tangey, and Nina is determined to shut it down so it won’t hurt the film.

Paige becomes overwhelmed by her school work load and the grueling Locked schedule. Having promised her parents that she would be able to balance school and the film’s schedule, Paige quickly learns that it is easier said than done. While trying to work on a crucial school paper, she keeps getting sidetracked with wardrobe fittings, photo shoots and screen tests. Leaning on Jake and Cassie for help, Paige quickly learns she may be in over her head. Meanwhile, Nina must make cuts to the movie budget, and Jake meets with an agent about his script.

Jordan and Tangey renew their relationship in secret, which threatens his relationship with Nina. Tangey also receives bad news when she realizes her mother has taken some serious steps in a bid to be rehired as her manager. When Tangey turns to Nina for help, Nina has an idea that will help them both. Paige and Jake argue over their differing views on Rainer and Alexis. Later, Rainer surprises everyone when he throws Paige a surprise birthday party, but things don’t turn out as expected when Jake arrives late.

Nina and Rainer take a last-minute trip to China to rescue Locked from a new setback, which derails Rainer’s weekend plans with Paige. But when Alan and Rainer bond over their mutual tastes, Nina feels uncomfortable. Cassie’s financial problems continue, so she feels forced to take more shifts as a topless maid. Meanwhile, Jordan deals with issues involving his mother.