Departing employee Kevin declares his love for co-worker Audrey in a letter, then tries to retrieve his emotional missive when his job falls through; Kevin's irresponsible sister, Roxie, becomes his new roommate.
Kevin's desk has been moved so he's farther from Audrey. Roxie bonds with Patti. Brian attempts to end his friendship with the man he thought would replace Kevin in his life.
Audrey sets Kevin up with her friend but then becomes strangely jealous of all the fun they're having. Meanwhile, Roxie needs to get a job but decides to become an actress instead.
Kevin receives praise during his performance review, but Ricky and Audrey don't do as well. Kevin helps Ricky whilst Audrey turns to Patti for help. Brian begins spending time with Roxie because Kevin's too busy for him.
Roxie does not like all of Kevin's rules and she moves out of his place and goes to stay with Patti and Audrey. Kevin is concerned that a romance is blossoming between Roxie and Roger.
Julia leaves Kevin and Audrey in charge of the office after she has an emergency with her cat. Roxie and Brian decide to throw Kevin a party he doesn't want, but the party planning gets a little out of hand.
Kevin discovers Julia's secret, hidden bathroom in the office and can't wait to tell Audrey, thinking sharing a secret will bring them closer together. Meanwhile, Roxie's advice to Patti leads to an uncomfortable situation for Roxie, and a startling revelation for Brian.
Kevin is put in charge of conducting an earthquake safety drill for the office; Brian and Patti's boyfriend team up to repair some earthquake damage; Roxie confronts Audrey about her treatment of Kevin.
Homebound Kevin has a black-and-white dream about Audrey and his work-related troubles; Roxie tries to secure the services of a handsome male nurse; Patti tags along on Audrey's dates with Brock.
Kevin tires of being 'Mr. Nice Guy' and decides to take advantage of Audrey and Brock's relationship difficulties.