Michala Banas

After many years, unread letters from Claire and Tess's father to Tess surface and have a profound impact on the sisters. Tess makes a frightening discovery about the ranch's finances. And Becky's mother convinces her to return home.

Claire and Alex are finding that potential clients are being put off by rumors circulated by Peter Johnson that 10 years ago, Alex was responsible for crippling an ex-local boy, Stefan Van Amstel, when Alex ran Stefan's car off the road.

Stevie tells Rose they need to be honest with each other. Rose agrees, and tells Stevie about her boyfriend, keeping his identity a secret.

Jodi has the day planned to the last detail. But her confidence and control are tested when, totally unannounced, Matt suddenly appears. With the trial over, he has journeyed back to the girl who has meant so much to him.