Jack and Jennifer attend Howard’s will reading, where a video claims they must prove Hawk worthy of inheriting his estate. Jack is outraged, Jennifer intrigued. After they leave, it’s revealed Howard is alive and running a con with Chauncey and Hawk, warning Hawk not to get emotionally involved. Tanner keeps digging into Molly’s past despite Isabella’s warnings; during a romantic outing he abruptly pulls away. Julie fires her manager and seeks someone with “looks and brains.” Alice’s Restaurant opens as a trauma‑center fundraiser, with Alice in charge. Desiree continues scheming at the Cheatin’ Heart, now targeting Marcus with a manipulative sob story.
