Homer learns that his house, which has slid off its foundation, will cost $8,500 to repair. Marge applies for a job at the nuclear power plant so that the family will have enough money to fix it.

Marge embellishes her homemaker resume to include knowledge of Swahili. Impresses, Smithers hires her on the spot. Meanwhile, at school, Bart fakes being sick to get out of class. Grampa, who is watching the kids for Marge, reminds him of the story of the boy who cried wolf. Having never read the story, Bart is not too concerned.

At the plant, Mr. Burns is smitten by Marge and orders Smithers to arrange a romantic dinner for just the two of them. To help Mr. Burns ensure an unforgettable night, Smithers kidnaps Tom Jones for the evening's entertainment. When a wolf escapes from "The Krusty the Clown Show" and wanders into the school, Bart cries "Wolf!" but Mrs. Krabappel ignores him. Meanwhile, Burns discovers that Marge is married and he fires her. Homer steps in to defend Marge. Impressed, Burns invites Homer and Marge to enjoy a romantic dinner at his mansion, where Tom Jones, still in shackles, performs.