Kim hides her health struggles from Phillip while Shane learns of her engagement and is visibly hurt. Phillip and Kim share an intimate moment, leaving Shane devastated when he witnesses them kissing. Meanwhile, Victor pressures Vivian into hosting a party, though she worries about losing control of Alamain Industries and seeks ways to regain influence. Austin pursues an illegal gambling operation, recruiting Tim and later pressuring him to work for him or face ruin. Carrie repeatedly "bumps into" Austin and joins him at a jazz concert, clearly pursuing a romantic connection despite being at work. Bo and Carly cool off during a heat wave while navigating the news of Shane's meeting with Phillip.
