Dawson's Creek S02 E08 The Reluctant Hero

"It's the end of something simple. And the beginning of everything else."

Joey's ""semi-date"" with Jack prompts a resentful Dawson to join Jen at a bash where he saves her from doing some things she'll regret. Pacey proves his worth when Andie's mom has a psychotic break during their study session. Mitch cannot understand Dawson's views on their divorce.