As the episode unfolds, Dr. Rabney (portrayed by Sharleen Kalayll) reassures Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) and Lola Gunderson (Amalia Williamson) with a calm yet serious demeanor that Harry "Sully" Sullivan (Scott Patterson), despite his recent fall, is in stable condition. She underscores the importance of conducting further tests to pinpoint the cause of his accident, leaving Lola utterly perplexed and inquiring about the underlying circumstances. Maggie, with a hint of trepidation, suggests that Sully might be exhibiting signs of Alzheimer's disease. Lola, feeling excluded, accuses Maggie of shutting her out, which Maggie swiftly denies. Lola insists on informing Edna (Andrea Menard) and Frank Cranebear (Tom Jackson) of their kinship obligations. unexpectedly, stirs up a commotion when Maggie scolds him for attempting to stand, despite his fall. He insists he had already called for a nurse, who never arrived, and mentions a desire to return home. Lola, moved by his plight, abruptly leaves, leaving Maggie to gently escort Sully back to his room. Sully's mood darkens upon learning he might be facing the same fate as his father, gripped by Alzheimer's. Maggie, with compassion, reassures him that they will navigate this together.
Elsewhere, Jane extends an invitation to Rob Shandon (Reid Price) to babysit Finn, noting it's already her third request this week. She pays him a heartfelt compliment, hinting at the possibility of their paths crossing later. Once Jane departs, Cal Jones (Chad Michael Murray) teases Rob about asking Jane out, to which Rob halfheartedly uses Finn as an excuse, though Cal sees right through it.
Edna Cranebear is stunned upon receiving the news about Sully's potential Alzheimer's diagnosis. Frank, joining the conversation, questions whether the current setting is the best for Sully's well-being. Their discourse is interrupted by the arrival of Sydney Shandon (Lindura), whom Edna promptly updates on Sully's condition.
Maggie places a call to Dr. Lewis Callaghan (Rhys Bevan-John), informing him that she needs to postpone her start date due to her father's ill health. He graciously agrees to halt the search for her replacement until further notice.
Meanwhile, Cal is glued to a weather report forecasting an impending storm, his thoughts drifting as he compliments Rob on his pot pie. Rob shares that the recipe belongs to Sarah and recounts how they met at a culinary school in Toronto. Cal, curious, inquiries if Rob has ever considered leaving Nova Scotia. Rob admits it's crossed his mind but confesses he couldn't bear to part with the diner. Cal, too, remains undecided about his future, balancing the pros and cons of staying versus going.
Defying Edna's counsel, Frank presents Sully with his hat and a bundle of sweetgrass. A nurse, Ann Marie Kerr, confiscates Frank's lighter, cautious of him igniting the fragrant grass within Sully's hospital room. Sully, sensing the urgency, warns Frank that his visit is drawing to a close and urges him to depart discreetly.
During a telephone conversation, Maggie imparts her decision to Andrew Matthews (Allan Hawco), electing to commence work only after receiving Sully's test results. Andrew implores her to reconsider, pledging his support should she require it.
At the nurse's station, Edna catches sight of Frank's confiscated lighter just before visiting Sully. She envelops him in an embrace and slices him a generous piece of her homemade apple pie, which Sully eagerly declares as his favorite before indulging. Their heartfelt expressions of affection fill the air. Meanwhile, Lola meticulously flips through her case file, stopping at photos of her damaged bicycle, a silent testament to her recent misfortunes.
Ellis (Bri Neal) groans about the relentless mosquitoes, her skin marked by bites. Maggie examines them, surmising an allergic reaction. Sydney introduces Ellis to Maggie, highlighting her profession as a neurosurgeon. Ellis, inquisitive, wonders if Maggie plans to resume her career post-partum, citing the common struggles faced by mothers balancing work and family. Sydney offers Ellis a vitamin B1 supplement, which Maggie reassuringly endorses as safe. Ellis then inquires about addressing the incessant barking of a nearby dog.
Finn grumbles about Rob's demanding work schedule and declines his invitation to accompany him on a supply run. Rob, persuasive, enlists Clover (Jansyn Blake) to keep an eye on a reluctant Finn. Elsewhere, Maggie confronts the owner of the barking dog, only to be met with aggression and demands for solitude. Cal, an eyewitness to the escalating situation, steps in to diffuse the tension, agreeing to find the man a secluded campsite. Maggie confides in Cal about Sully's potential Alzheimer's diagnosis and her decision to postpone her hospital position. Cal reassures her, noting that Sully has a wealth of friends to offer support.
Rob ponders taking Finn to visit Sully but is reminded by Sydney that Finn harbors no fondness for hospitals, urging them instead to spend quality time together. Edna and Frank are astounded to discover that Sully never remunerated Rob for an order placed weeks prior. Edna, generous, agrees to settle the debt. At the hospital, Sully expresses delight at Duncan's return, a beacon of familiarity amidst the clinical setting.
Finn barricades himself in the restroom, steadfastly refusing to emerge, while Rob's unanswered calls lead her to seek assistance from Sydney, who readily agrees to lend a hand. Meanwhile, Edna dismantles Sully's welcome-home banner, amid Frank's stubborn refusal to accept Sully's Alzheimer's diagnosis. Frank insists that Sully's transformation occurred upon Maggie's return, prompting Edna to wonder aloud if Frank himself might be under the influence. Frank deflects by mentioning Sully's resumed gum-chewing habit and offers her solace.
As Maggie flips through a cherished family photo album, she stumbles upon two sobriety coins tucked away among Sully's possessions. Distressed, she dials Phoebe Lancaster (played by Lynda Boyd), confronting her about the untold truth of Sully's alcoholism and demanding an explanation. Phoebe acknowledges her part in his drinking woes, stemming from their separation, but believes it was Sully's responsibility to confide in Maggie.
Sydney, having rescued Finn, earns Rob's gratitude. Before departing, Finn inquisitively asks about Rob's relocation, to which she confesses her own uncertainty and how living under the same roof complicates her decisions. She gently urges Rob to be transparent with Finn about his feelings.
Elsewhere, Cal pours himself a drink, the clinking glass evoking haunting memories of his turbulent childhood. Flashbacks reveal a contentious exchange between his parents over their relentless relocating. In a tender moment, young Sedona Jones (played by Charlie Storey) confesses her hatred for their father, to which young Cal Jones (portrayed by Theo Lapaix) reassuringly vows that they will one day have a permanent home.
Rafe Vadas (Dakota Taylor), holding out hope, extends an invitation to Sydney for dinner. She politely declines, acknowledging her fear that pursuing a romantic relationship with him could prove detrimental. Rafe's disappointment is palpable.
Feeling somewhat revitalized, Duncan confides in Sully about his future aspirations, just as he experiences another episode. The hospital staff swiftly descends, initiating lifesaving procedures with urgency. Rabney, interrupting the hustle, informs them that Duncan has a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. Sully, panic-stricken, vehemently insists on assistance for Duncan and has to be physically restrained by the staff amidst the chaos.
Meanwhile, in a different part of the hospital, Maggie meticulously examines Sully’s test results. Lola presents Cal with her old case files, stirring his determination to see justice served. He concurs that the perpetrator must be held accountable and agrees to scrutinize the files. Elsewhere, Sydney confides in Edna about Rafe’s desire to pursue a romantic relationship, expressing her uncertainty. Edna, sharing her youthful aspiration to travel the globe, urges Sydney not to procrastinate on her decisions. Sydney then dials Harvey, inquiring about adding her name to the roster.
Cal informs Maggie of his resolve to stay put in Nova Scotia. At the hospital, Frank discovers Sully’s condition worsening. Sully, with desperation in his voice, pleas for Frank to help him escape. Frank demands to know what medication the nurse administered to Sully, who reveals that due to his aggressive behavior, he had to be sedated. When Frank attempts to discharge Sully, he learns that he is being transferred to a secure ward for assessment.
Elsewhere, Maggie displays to Cal the sobriety tokens discovered amidst Sully’s belongings, prompting denials from Cal about any knowledge of Sully’s alcohol problem. He expresses regret for giving Sully a bottle of tequila, remembering it was the same day Sully punched Water. Maggie’s memory takes her back to that fateful day.
Frank strategically employs burning sweetgrass to set off the hospital fire alarm, causing a distraction. Meanwhile, Maggie ponders over the possibility of Sully’s alcohol consumption. Catching sight of a bottle of women’s multivitamins on a table, she tells Cal that she might have discovered the culprit behind his ailments. Amidst the confusion caused by the alarm, Frank wheels Sully out of the hospital in a wheelchair, exploiting the staff’s distraction.
