Ted and the gang are invited to a gala party at the Natural History Museum thrown by George van Smoot, also known as "The Captain".
At the party, Zoey introduces Ted to her husband, the Captain (Kyle MacLachlan), a wealthy, much older man who is obsessed with boats.
Later, Ted corners Zoey and berates her for the hypocrisy of her column and trying to ruin his career, angrily calling her a "bored trophy wife".
Because of the acoustic capabilities of the museum, Zoey overhears their conversation and is visibly hurt by her husband's words.
Robin's skepticism about the blue whale incident prompts the security officer to check old records.
Just then, the real Marshall appears and promises to work hard to provide a stable future for their family.