Marlon

Marlon and Ashley, former spouses, attempt a cordial divorce to minimize the impact on their children, but tensions arise when Ashley begins dating again. Meanwhile, Marlon faces challenges in securing sponsorship for his online channel, "The Marlon Way.

Ashley discovers that Marlon has been keeping a storage unit filled with items from their past marriage and pressures him to clear it out by organizing a yard sale.

Marlon deals with the challenges of his teenage daughter bringing a boy home for the first time, while Yvette enlists Stevie's help to secure good seats for a Beyoncé concert.

Marlon and Ashley consider engaging in casual sexual encounters with a former partner, while Yvette takes care of Marley and Zack.

Marlon, feeling that Marley and Zack take their privileges for granted, attempts to teach them a lesson by reenacting his childhood experiences in the projects.

Marlon is surprised to discover Ashley is getting breast implants for her birthday, her first since their divorce. Meanwhile, Stevie attempts to guess Yvette's age.

Marlon and Ashley respond to Zack's need for surgery in contrasting ways, revealing their differing approaches to stress and responsibility. While Marlon takes a hands-on, protective role, Ashley handles the situation with emotional distance and practicality. Their conflicting styles create tension as they navigate the challenges of family and care.

Marlon's inappropriate behavior causes Ashley to request the return of her house key, and he takes on the role of coach for Zack's basketball team.

In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, secrets begin to surface, altering the dynamics within the group. The episode ends with a surprising twist that sets up future conflicts.

In this episode, the main characters face unexpected challenges that test their relationships and force them to make difficult decisions. As tensions rise, past secrets begin to surface, complicating their current situations. The episode ends with a major development that shifts the direction of the series.

Marlon persuades Ashley to let Zack model for a children's athletic wear line after he is approached at a mall. The team is shocked when the photos reveal the shirt Zack is modeling has been changed to read "Funky Monkey," which they find racially insensitive. Ashley and Marlon decide to remove Zack from the campaign when the ad executives dismiss the concern.

Marlon accompanies Ashley to a club as her wingman, but his growing interest in another person causes Ashley to feel jealous. Meanwhile, Yvette tries to win back her ex by giving Stevie a makeover and kissing him.

Marlon asks Ashley to pretend they are still married when his sisters visit, fearing their disappointment. As the deception becomes difficult to maintain, he ultimately confesses the truth. Meanwhile, after a psychic reading, Stevie becomes convinced he and Yvette are meant to be and makes an effort to pursue her.

Marlon and Ashley seek help from assertive therapist Kamala to manage their turbulent divorce, but Marlon's accusation that she is a fraud leads to a personal realization about his own behavior. Meanwhile, Stevie gives Yvette a vigorous massage.

Marlon decides to purchase the home he has been renting since his separation. As they prepare for the sale, Marlon and Ashley agree to be completely honest with each other, adopting the motto "Keep It 100." However, their friends Yvette and Stevie become involved, and the group learns that too much honesty can cause problems, ultimately deciding to maintain a more comfortable, moderate level of truth.

Marlon and Stevie witness Yvette's fiancé, Demetrius, being unfaithful, but they differ on whether to inform her, with Marlon refusing due to his adherence to a code of male loyalty. Meanwhile, Ashley copes with Yvette's relationship by engaging in various activities. Yvette eventually learns of the infidelity, leading to a confrontation and breakup after a fight between Demetrius and Marlon at her engagement party.

Marlon, Stevie, Yvette, and Ashley return to Howell University for homecoming weekend. Stevie seeks entry into Marlon's independent fraternity, which previously excluded him as an undergraduate. Meanwhile, Ashley and Yvette become involved with a pair of younger female students.

Marley reveals she failed her driver's test intentionally due to fear of driving, prompting Marlon to try helping her overcome her anxiety by confronting one of his own fears. Meanwhile, Yvette seeks Stevie's assistance to improve her Uber rating.

Marlon gives a presentation to Zack's class about unconventional career paths, but his message is misinterpreted, leading him to emphasize the value of education.

Marlon hosts a funeral party for himself following his barber's death, prompting friends and family to share stories about the hurtful jokes he has made at their expense, leading him to question his own harshness toward others.