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Just Disappeared (1)Just Disappeared (1)Open episodeA kidnapper imprisons Karen. Ben returns to Val, and Sumner confesses to Peter his real plans for Lotus Point.
Distant Echoes (2)Distant Echoes (2)Open episodeGary confronts Sumner about the clean-up at Lotus Point and decides to vie for state senator against Peter.
ReunionReunionOpen episodePhil tells Karen that he wants Mac to feel what it's like not to know where his wife is. Greg decides to really clean up Empire Valley.
Past TensePast TenseOpen episodeAfter hosting Phil at the ranch, Sumner realizes Phil's involvement with Karen's kidnapping.
Slow BurnSlow BurnOpen episodeThe kidnapper tries to kill Karen, but someone intervenes. Gary's affair with Jill is exposed.
For Appearance's SakeFor Appearance's SakeOpen episodeAbby and kids move back to the ranch to help out Gary's family image. Gary catches Abby in bed with Peter, but doesn't care.
All Over But the ShoutingAll Over But the ShoutingOpen episodeMac thinks Greg has something to do with Karen's kidnapping. Greg puts Phil in a motel until he can arrange to send him to Hong Kong.
Pressure PointsPressure PointsOpen episodeLotus Point reopens. Phil has an accident. Peter takes an interest in Sylvia's medication.
Brothers and Mothers (a.k.a.) Brotherly Love and Family BusinessBrothers and Mothers (a.k.a.) Brotherly Love and Family BusinessOpen episodePaige and Michael keep a secret, while Mack plots to have his daughter move in with his family.
Over the EdgeOver the EdgeOpen episodeGary and Olivia strike a deal. Sumner meets a dangerous person. Abby keeps an important secret from Peter.
A Turn of EventsA Turn of EventsOpen episodeAbby suggests Sylvia have an attorney draw up a letter with the truth about Peter, to be released to the public if anything happens to her. Jean tells Ben to report that Peter was seen with Jill before the accident.
Touch and GoTouch and GoOpen episodeMack and Karen confront Paige and Michael. Sylvia threatens Peter, as an eyewitness implicates him.
The Inside ManThe Inside ManOpen episodeSumner makes Ben a lucrative offer. Paige takes an interest in Peter, while Karen suspects Paige is a liar.
GiftsGiftsOpen episodePaige dates Peter. Olivia has a crash while on cocaine with Lilimae in the car.
Truth Will OutTruth Will OutOpen episodeOlivia gets caught with cocaine. Karen catches Paige in another lie. Gary discovers Jill's big secret.
The UnravelingThe UnravelingOpen episodeAbby encounters a situation she can't manipulate - Olivia's cocaine problem. Paige sees her grandfather.
No Miracle WorkerNo Miracle WorkerOpen episodeAbby nears the breaking point in her efforts to prevent Olivia from using drugs; Mack departs for the East Coast to meet Anne.
My True LoveMy True LoveOpen episodeMack reunites with Anne and brings her back. Gary and Abby discuss the divorce, and Sumner suspects Ben.
Never Trick a TricksterNever Trick a TricksterOpen episodeSumner discovers a listening device in his home. Paige and Anne reunite, while Ben gets a bad assignment.
A Plan of ActionA Plan of ActionOpen episodePaige starts a new job at Lotus Point. Ben tells Val their family is in great danger.
Survival of the FittestSurvival of the FittestOpen episodeJean proves to Ben there is no escape. Sumner and Ben meet at Ben's office. A mysterious gunshot is heard.
In MourningIn MourningOpen episodeRumors of Sumner's death circulate, while Laura gets a pleasant surprise.
NightmareNightmareOpen episodeVal fears Ben is dead and steals Gary's gun to kill Jean.
Neighborly ConductNeighborly ConductOpen episodeVal reassures Jill about Gary. Ben worries Jean will return. Anne arranges a private evening with Mack.
Deadly CombinationDeadly CombinationOpen episodeAnne tries to seduce Mack while Karen works late. When Mack rebuffs her, Anne takes drastic measures.
Our SecretOur SecretOpen episodeA terrible accident befalls Sylvia. Peter gives Olivia a locket. Paige knows Anne staged her drug overdose.
BreakupBreakupOpen episodeAbby warns Peter to stay away from Olivia, who discovers Paige with Peter and mails the letter to Gary.
Parental GuidanceParental GuidanceOpen episodeAbby retaliates after Paige and Peter hurt Olivia, who mails Sylvia's letter. Laura gives birth.
Do Not Fold, Spindle, or MutilateDo Not Fold, Spindle, or MutilateOpen episodeAbby and Paige argue. Olivia learns about Abby's relationship with Peter, who befalls an unfortunate fate.
Cement the RelationshipCement the RelationshipOpen episodeAbby buries Peter's body, but did she kill him or was it someone else? Ben fails to call Val.