On the eve of the reading of Jock's will, J.R. visits and creates mystery for everyone except Abby.

Mack begins life with his new family but must adjust. Gary loses his battle against alcoholism.

Laura believes Richard left because he's the real killer. Karen tells Diana that Chip was sleeping with Ciji.

Gary's trial for the murder of Ciji begins. Karen becomes upset upon discovering Diana left with Chip Roberts.

When Diana discovers Chip's identity, she questions their relationship. Val and Ben suffer a setback.

When Chip won't confess, Lilimae adopts desperate measures. Mack is offered a job on a new crime commission.

Mack tries to get Abby to discuss the Wolfbridge Group, as the organization chases Gary. Ben is found wounded.

Abby begins to understand the truth about Val's babies. Mack and Karen host Thanksgiving for their friends.

Ben discovers Galveston Industries was responsible for water contamination. Galveston lies near death.

Sumner calls a press conference to discuss Galveston. Mack and Ben investigate an address in Wespall.

Val and Ben get married. Lilimae realizes Joshua is dangerous. Elliott is involved in a terrible accident.