Steve emotionally confronts his estranged mother Jo before her surgery, unable to process their reunion. Though conflicted, he eventually returns to her hospital room to admit he doesn't want her to die, despite his anger over her abandonment. Kim is found guilty of first degree murder, devastating her family. Shane fights passionately in court and later arranges her temporary release from custody through Chris and the DA. He reunites with Kim in prison and takes her home with him for the night, promising to free her completely. Meanwhile, Mike faces workplace turmoil over a lawsuit affecting his research project. Jennifer navigates romantic confusion as Glenn gives her his class ring while she remains conflicted about Frankie, who avoids interaction with her.
