Tanyell Waivers

As the siblings work together to repair any damage caused by the storm, Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner), Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) and Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield) are shocked to discover two dead bodies on their property. When the police begin to investigate, Charley questions her own moral compass. Nova also investigates their death, and the siblings later unite to tell their fellow workers about the tragedy. Meanwhile, Aunt Violet (Tina Lifford) objects to Darla’s (Bianca Lawson) continued presence in their home, and when she refuses to relinquish guardianship of Blue (Ethan Hutchison), Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) encourages her to look at things in a different light.

Charley's (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) relationship with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield) is threatened when she discovers that a business loan is contingent on the involvement of her estranged husband, Davis (Timon Kyle Durrett). She later sees Davis on a date during her girls' night out with Nova (Rutina Wesley) and Aunt Violet (Tina Lifford), and a confrontation ensues. Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe) is pulled over by a police officer in his expensive new car, and Davis uses his star power to secure his release, which upsets Charley. The concern over Micah pushes Aunt Violet to reach out to Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) to finally confess her feelings. Plus, Nova mourns the end of her relationship with Calvin (Greg Vaughan) by seeking comfort with new companions. She also holds a community fundraiser. Later, Darla (Bianca Lawson) reaches a decision about her relationship with Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) and Charley makes a huge personal decision.

The siblings continue their quest for a new mill in time for harvest and Charley's (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) search for an investor motivates her to make a cunning decision in relation Davis' (Timon Kyle Durrett) basketball career. When Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) devises his own solution, Charley's objection creates issues. Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) and Aunt Violet's (Tina Lifford) relationship hits an additional roadblock, which forces Hollywood to make a rash move. Nova's (Rutina Wesley) ex Calvin (Greg Vaughan) returns to watch her Q&A on community issues, and her moving speech pushes him to take action.

Nova (Rutina Wesley) prepares for her first national television interview with Robert (Alimi Ballard), and Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) encourages her to be cautious about mixing romance with her career. Nova heeds the advice, which takes Robert aback. Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) and Darla (Bianca Lawson) attend pre-marital counseling, where they discuss their expectations of marriage. Lorna (Sharon Lawrence) and Charley have different opinions about Charley's plans for a harvest festival. Meanwhile, Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) befriends a member of his crew, but Violet's (Tina Lifford) cold greeting leads to a deeper conversation about race. Later, Ralph Angel takes a class with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield), but he's determined to quit when he feels humiliated. Nova finally confronts Lorna about breaking up her family, which results in a shocking revelation that changes Nova's perception of her current relationship with Robert.

Nova (Rutina Wesley) and Robert's (Alimi Ballard) relationship takes an unexpected turn during an on-air interview, which leaves Nova feeling disrespected. Darla (Bianca Lawson) and Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) have different visions of their wedding, which is impacted by Darla's relationship with her parents. Though Ralph Angel and Violet (Tina Lifford) encourage Darla to change her mind, Ralph Angel hits a financial setback upon learning the farm did not profit. Meanwhile, Davis (Timon Durrett) visits a doctor about his hand, and he's alarmed by the prognosis. He later encounters Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner), whose plans for her harvest festival have been disrupted. With Davis' encouragement, she turns things around. Charley later discovers Davis' new relationship, and in turn Davis realizes she's moved on with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield). Finally, Davis offers Charley a sincere apology.