Mack is served with divorce papers. Joshua and Cathy consummate their relationship.

After delivery, Val is told her babies are stillborn. Mack and Karen spend the weekend together.

Mack believes Galveston is connected to the Tidal Basin murders. Abby confronts Ackerman about Val's babies.

Abby learns the TV station is just a front. Gary discovers Galveston left Empire Valley to him in his will.

Cathy and Joshua get married. Gary receives an unusual proposition concerning Empire Valley.

Karen confronts Dr. Ackerman. Gary agrees to plans for Empire Valley. Abby seeks the truth about Val's babies.

Abby helps Ruth try to convince Sumner and Laura to end their relationship. Mack and Karen find Dr. Ackerman.