Using money left her by Edgar Halcyon Mary Ann pays for herself and Mouse to go on a cruise where she meets and falls for Burke Andrew, a young man with a mysterious past.

On the Pacific Princess, Mary Ann sets about seducing Burke, aided by Michael. Back in San Fran, the cracks in DeDe and Beauchamp's relationship deepen when DeDe reveals the pedigree of her twins.

Michael explores Acapulco's nightlife, while Mary Ann and Burke get to know each other. Michael has a chance encounter with his ex, the dashing Jon Fielding, who is there at a conference.

Anna Madrigal comes clean to all the tenants about her past. Michael experiences sudden paralysis in his legs and is rushed to hospital accompanied by Jon. And Beauchamp gets irritated with Mary Ann.