Plot summary
The Gallaghers learn of Peggy's death and are surprised to discover Monica now staying with them. Monica is helping Frank in grieving his mother, but the siblings wonder if she will stay for good. Monica also has sex with Frank, after revealing that her relationship with Roberta has ended.
Lip moves in with Karen, but furiously leaves when she says Sheila wants him to pay rent. He then goes with Kevin and Veronica; while Kevin is willing to let him stay, Veronica refuses. He convinces Steve in letting him stay by being part of his business. While lounging in Steve's apartment, Lip hears Estefania having phone sex with a man named Marco; he later informs Steve. Frank breaks into Sheila's house, eager to reclaim the cash he believes Peggy has hidden. This causes Sheila to believe her house is haunted, unaware that Frank is making the noises. She asks Jody for help, and they in turn hire a priest for advice. After attempting to perform a séance, Sheila apologizes to Jody for Karen's behavior and they kiss; Karen later returns home and overhears her mother and Jody having sex.
Monica tries to connect with her kids, attending Carl's football games and thanking Fiona for raising the kids in her absence. After learning of his homosexuality, Monica decides to take Ian to a gay club, and wins him over with her genuine sympathy over his recent break-up with Mickey. Meanwhile, Frank talks with Jody over the money and is furious when he discovers Peggy gave it to his other brothers instead. The Gallaghers throw a party, where Monica dances joyfully with her children. The following morning, Monica pays for Peggy's ashes, and Frank uses it for his cigarette. Terry Milkovich suddenly breaks into the house and attacks Ian, revealing that Mandy is pregnant.
Credits
Adapted from Wikipedia contributors, Hurricane Monica (Shameless). Paragraphs and formatting adjusted; illustrations, reference markers, block quotations and non-story material omitted.