As Natalia lit a candle in the church, Father Ray said that it would take more than lighting a candle to solve her problem. When Natalia said that she did not know what to do, Ray again suggested that she go away to a religious retreat. Father Ray pointed out that Natalia discovered she was pregnant on the same day that she and Olivia were planning to go public with their relationship.

Natalia said that leaving town felt like running away and she could not do that to Olivia. Ray asked Natalia if she was hesitant because she feared that her feelings for Olivia would go away if they were not together.

On the way to the store, Blake saw a dejected Natalia sitting on the steps of the church. Natalia told Blake that she was pregnant with Frank's baby and that she was going to leave town for a while. Blake told Natalia not to rush into anything. Blake told Natalia to tell Frank and Olivia the news. Natalia said that she was too ashamed to tell Frank and did not know what to tell Olivia.

At that point, Olivia, who had been trying to call Natalia, called Blake and asked if Blake had Natalia working on an assignment. Without letting on that Natalia was right there, Blake told Olivia that she gave Natalia the day off and did not know where she was.

Natalia went home and was surprised to see Rafe, who had left the barbecue. Rafe said that he left because he figured Natalia and Olivia would probably end up holding hands and he did not think he could handle that. Rafe told his mother that he just did not understand her and Olivia. When he stated that he was confused by it, Natalia said that she was, too.

Later, Natalia went downstairs with her luggage. Rafe did not seem to notice and announced that he was leaving. Rafe told his mother that what made this situation so hard was that, while he was growing up, Natalia tried to guide Rafe by her standards. He said that even though he did not like those standards, he needed them.

Mallet got Henry ready for his first Bauer barbecue. Marina looked on and assured Mallet that even though Henry had Shayne's DNA, Mallet was his daddy. Marina told Mallet that whoever Henry became when he got older would be because of Mallet.

Reva told Shayne that she was not going to the barbecue because she did not want to answer a lot of questions about Jeffrey. Shayne told his mother that he'd stay with her. Reva insisted that Shayne go to the Bauer barbecue for his own good. When Shayne refused to budge, even after Reva told him that Hawk would be visiting her, Reva threw him out.

Alone, an upset Reva threw her and Jeffrey's picture out the door and tore down the flags that she had outside. Hawk arrived as she was putting them back up. Hawk asked when Jeffrey was returning home. Reva told her father that she was not attending the Bauer barbecue because she did not want to answer questions about Jeffrey and asked him not to mention Jeffrey.

Matt and Josh arrived at the barbecue and spoke with Rick. As Matt talked about finding a woman for Josh, Rick began checking out Olivia, who was playing Frisbee. Josh informed Rick that he and Olivia would not work out. Rick decided to try anyway and sauntered over to Olivia, only to be struck by a Frisbee. Olivia walked by Matt and Josh and noted that the guys were always on the lookout. Matt said, "And you aren't?" to which Olivia said, "No."

Phillip told James that he was glad that the boy went to the barbecue. A cold James stated that he did not attend because of Phillip and walked off. Lillian walked over to Phillip and told him to tell James. Phillip said that he wanted to bond with James, but not like that. Phillip said that he wanted James to know that Phillip loved him because of him. Phillip pointed out that it was the last Bauer barbecue he would ever attend and he wanted to remember everyone happy.

Later, Phillip and Beth watched his children play together. Beth briefly noticed that Lillian seemed upset, but Lillian quickly put on a smile.

Alan arrived at the barbecue and was almost doused by a squirt gun. Buzz told Alan that he was surprised that Alan was there. Alan pointed out that he went every year.

After Rick was crowned king of the barbecue, he saw Mel, who had arrived with Remy, Christina, Leah, and Cyrus. Cyrus, who had given the Boudreaux a lift to the barbecue, heard Mel mutter, "Don't kiss me, Rick," and quickly put his arm around Mel-implying that they were a couple. When he and Mel walked off, Rick complained to Remy that Cyrus was a jewel thief. Remy played along and said that Cyrus was reformed and that he was getting to know the family.

When it was time for the three-legged race, Billy told Josh that it was a shame that Reva was not there, because she and Josh always won the race. Josh stated that Reva did not feel up to attending the barbecue. When Billy suggested a visit to Reva's, Josh stated that Reva did not want company.

Later, Josh went by Reva's. Though they made eye contact, Josh simply drove past. Afterwards, Reva and her father watched a baseball game and quietly sang the national anthem together.

Phillip prepared to run the three-legged race with Rick. Rick whispered that he would get James to run the race with Phillip. Phillip doubted that James would do it. Suddenly, Rick faked a back injury and asked James to take his place. James agreed and seemed to have a good time running the race with his father. When Alan saw that the pair had fallen before they got to the finish line, he noted to Beth that they lost. However, Beth had seen the pair laughing and said Alan obviously did not see anything.

Phillip thanked Daisy for getting James to go to the barbecue. Daisy made it clear that James did not do anything that he did not really want to do. Daisy knew that Phillip wanted James to be close to him, and pointed out that she could not make James do that. When she walked off, James blasted Phillip for being friends with Daisy. James said that at one point, Phillip wanted Daisy to stay away from James, but Phillip thought she was a great kid once she had something that Phillip wanted.

Remy asked Shayne if he had heard from Dinah. When Shayne asked if he was asking as a friend or a cop, Remy pointed out that he was off-duty. Shayne admitted that it did not make a difference, since he had not heard from her.

A depressed Emma was upset that Natalia was not there for the games. Later, Josh approached Olivia, who was furiously folding a blanket. Olivia complained that the day has not been as good as she wanted. Josh pointed out that the day was not over yet and asked what she wanted the day to be. Olivia said that she wanted it to be perfect, but it was not because Natalia was not there.

Blake returned to the barbecue and gave Olivia a message from Natalia-she was not attending and did not want to see Olivia. When Olivia asked if something happened, Blake stated that she could not say anything and walked away. Afterwards, Olivia ran off in tears. Blake went to Natalia's to take her out of town.

Marina caught up with Danny and asked if he missed Springfield. Danny told her that he needed to get away and start over. Danny asked if Marina was happy and she noted that she was.

Mallet told Shayne that he knew about Henry. Mallet said that he loved Henry and felt blessed to be his dad. Mallet told Shayne that he hoped things would not get weird between them. Shayne made it clear that they would not and wished Mallet a happy Fourth of July.

Later, Shayne watched Marina and Mallet with Henry. Remy went over and confessed to Shayne that he helped Dinah run the DNA test that proved that Henry was Shayne's kid. Shayne quietly said that Henry was not his kid and that everyone was where they were supposed to be.

Michelle went inside the house to find Rick, Robbie, Hope, and Leah eating the apple pie that she brought for the barbecue. Rick reminded her that sneaking a piece of pie was a tradition that stretched back to when he was a kid. Michelle told Rick how nice it was that they were in their father's house with their children. Rick noted that the children were the next generation of Bauers to host the Bauer barbecue.

Outside, Michelle told Rick that it was time for the speech. On behalf of generations of Bauers, Michelle thanked everyone for attending. Rick mentioned his Grandma Bert came up with the idea of celebrating Independence Day with their friends and family every year. Rick said that he missed his Grandma and noted that she left them a wonderful legacy.

Phillip spoke up and said that he felt lucky to have spent time with everyone and wished that it could go on forever. Beth stated that she wished everyone could live in a town like Springfield where people looked out for one another. Mindy chimed in and said that no matter where life might take them, Springfield was home. Phillip said that no matter where they might go, they were bound by friendship and would continue to be a part of each other's lives.

Rick declared, "God bless Springfield and that God bless America."

Lillian asked Phillip if he got what he wanted. Phillip said that, while it was not nearly enough, he did get what he wanted. As he looked at all the faces of people enjoying themselves, Phillip said that he wanted to pretend that it would never end.