Lillian Stevens, a young woman, returns home from college to a chilly reception from her parents, who are too busy to pay attention to her. She's sent to her cousin's for dinner, where she's invited to a night out with friends, including a charming man named Gerald Winthrop. They get stuck in a rut after a car accident and take shelter in a motel, where they spend the night together. Unbeknownst to Lillian, Gerald is already flirting with her cousin Ruth, and eventually proposes to her. Meanwhile, Lillian discovers she's pregnant, leaving her in a difficult situation.
Enlighten Thy Daughter
A college student's homecoming is met with frosty reception from her parents, particularly her father, a renowned radio personality, who is consumed by his social reform work, leading to strained family dynamics.