While sitting alone, Ted locks eyes with a woman across the room (Victoria), setting the stage for the next major arc of the season.
Producers have noted that if the show hadn't been picked up for a full season, they could have ended the series here by revealing the woman at the end (Victoria) was "The Mother". How I Met Your Mother 1x12
Marshall and Ted convince Stuart to reconsider his fears of commitment, while Lily prevents Barney from trying to seduce a distraught Claudia at MacLaren's. The wedding is back on, and Claudia eventually allows Ted to bring a guest. The Ending and Significance While sitting alone, Ted locks eyes with a