David Jensen

Cotton tackles a unique accusation in the trials as the passion between Alden and Mary grows. A powerful witch hunter makes his way toward Salem.

Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe) finds solace at Nova's place following his jarring encounter with a police officer, and Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) confronts Davis (Timon Kyle Durrett) about their custody arrangement. Meanwhile, Micah reveals his feelings to Keke (Tanyell Waivers) for the first time. Violet (Tina Lifford) and Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) enjoy their romantic reunion, but their time together might be short-lived. Nova is invited to participate in a symposium where she meets someone who challenges her during a healthy debate. Ralph Angel confronts Jacob Boudreaux (Lea Coco) about spying on his property and Boudreaux retaliates with a veiled threat. Later, their land is invaded by trespassers and Charley and Ralph Angel finally join forces.

Violet (Tina Lifford) suggests that Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe), and Darla (Bianca Lawson) attend pre-marital counseling, but he resists. Darla seconds Violet's suggestion when an unexpected proposition convinces her that Ralph Angel is still punishing her for her past. Meanwhile, Nova's (Rutina Wesley) relationship with Robert Dubois (Alimi Ballard) deepens as she begins to open up. Violet encounters Charley's mother Lorna (Sharon Lawrence) at Charley's office, which gives rise to old issues. Charley's mother later encourages Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) to reach across the color divide following a frustrating meeting at the St. Josephine Sugarcane Society. Finally, Micah (Nicholas L. Ashe) shares his darkest secret with Keke (Tanyell Waivers), and Violet sees a doctor for her recurring symptoms.

Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) finally learns the truth about his biological connection to Blue (Ethan Hutchison). Elsewhere, Violet (Tina Lifford) and Hollywood (Omar J. Dorsey) return home from Venice, Italy. Nova (Rutina Wesley) meets with book executives who are interested in her work, and Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) meets with Sam Landry (David Jensen) to solidify their new partnership. After their meeting, Charley exposes her hidden plan for Landry Enterprises to Ralph Angel. Later, everyone arrives at Collings High School to root for the St. Jo team, where things take an unexpected turn when four teenagers take a knee in silent protest. Micah is captivated by the teen protesters. Later in the evening, Charley makes a startling discovery about Officer Orson, the cop who traumatized Micah. The following day, Nova meets with the teen protesters to hear their story.

Nova (Rutina Wesley) and Robert's (Alimi Ballard) relationship takes an unexpected turn during an on-air interview, which leaves Nova feeling disrespected. Darla (Bianca Lawson) and Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) have different visions of their wedding, which is impacted by Darla's relationship with her parents. Though Ralph Angel and Violet (Tina Lifford) encourage Darla to change her mind, Ralph Angel hits a financial setback upon learning the farm did not profit. Meanwhile, Davis (Timon Durrett) visits a doctor about his hand, and he's alarmed by the prognosis. He later encounters Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner), whose plans for her harvest festival have been disrupted. With Davis' encouragement, she turns things around. Charley later discovers Davis' new relationship, and in turn Davis realizes she's moved on with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield). Finally, Davis offers Charley a sincere apology.