Thomas and Susan have married without letting their families know. They intend to inform both parties, but there's a surprise in store.

Thomas and Susan are temporarily living with Aunt Dorothy, but need to find a permanent home. Their families take it upon themselves to determine where the newlyweds should stay.

Winston clashes with his father over his inability to get a job, Thomas also feels bad for relying on Susan to bring home the bread. William and Edward are both looking for staff, but will either boy be good enough?

While Susan bakes a cake, Thomas has gone out in search of a gift for Dad. Unfortunately for the couple, it soon becomes apparent that both of their fathers share the same birthday.

Thomas ends up in bed with flu, prompting Annie to fuss over him. Later, when Susan returns home sick, Matilda arrives to look after her. Peace turns into chaos when Edward and William arrive after work for a homecooked meal.

Finally settled in, the young couple throw a housewarming party, inviting their friends and parents. However, Susan isn't amused to learn that Thomas has invited his ex and Susan's former roommate, Phyllis.

Susan isn't impressed when Deirdre, Thomas's flirtatious second cousin, arrives for a visit. Far from shy, Deirdre flirts openly, motivating Susan to take action.

Thomas continues struggling to get a job and Susan is worried that he's getting bored at home, so se sends him one of her clients to help out, Fred, who's about to enter a mixed-race marriage of his own.

Mr. Huntley announces that an executive vacancy has arisen, and that Thomas is in the running. A social event is planned, and Huntley – who is prejudiced – wants to meet Susan, unaware that she's Black.

Winston is desperate to buy a car, convinced it's the only way to be a hit with the ladies. He tries to get the funds from Thomas and Susan, but fails, leaving his only option is to ask Edward at the bank.

Susan has been having some very odd cravings, and Aunt Dorothy quickly realises that she's pregnant. After Thomas digests the news, it's time to tell both sets of parents.

It's Annie and Edward's silver anniversary, but the pair don't want a fuss. Thomas and Susan organise a surprise party, only sorting out the guest list proves a challenge.

The police call Thomas and Susan early to inform them that Winston has been arrested for breaking into a car. When William hears, he wants to help his son out, even if it means going to prison himself.

Edward informs Thomas that his estranged Uncle Charlie has died, Thomas isn't upset, but he's shocked when Edward informs him that the body is being delivered to his and Susan's flat the night prior to the funeral.