The episode kicks off with Phoebe Lancaster (portrayed by Lynda Boyd) and Andrew Mathews (Allan Hawco) stepping into the Outpost, greeted by a palpable atmosphere of disappointment. Harry "Sully" Sullivan (Scott Patterson), clearly taken aback, promptly assumes that Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) is at the helm of this unforeseen development. Edna Cranebear (Andrea Menard), her voice tinged with astonishment, expresses her disbelief at ever reuniting with Phoebe again. Phoebe attempts to extend a warm greeting to Frank Cranebear (Tom Jackson), only to receive a similarly reserved reception in return. Amidst this tense setting, Maggie endeavors to make their arrival as welcoming as possible.
Sully, his frustration evident, reproaches Maggie for disclosing his financial struggles to Phoebe and Walter (Peter Outerbridge). Frank and Edna caution him against letting his emotions get the best of him. Sully steadfastly refuses to borrow money from Phoebe and Walter when more viable options are available. Elsewhere, Andrew inquiries about the timing of his visit, to which Maggie reassures him, feigning delight at his arrival as they have matters to deliberate. Once they are alone, Phoebe ponders how she will break the news to Maggie.
Sully confides in Frank, expressing his resentment towards Phoebe for taking Maggie away from him. Frank encourages him to seek advice from Lola Gunderson (Amalia Williamson), whose unexpected arrival interrupts their conversation. Lola unveils her plan to sell Roy’s property to alleviate his debts. He declines her offer, reminding her of how he funded her education and cared for her. Instead, he insists that Andrew and Phoebe will come to their aid and urges her to concentrate on Roy’s estate.
Sydney Shandon (Lindura) enters a bustling diner, finding only Rob Shandon (Reid Price) diligently at work. She humbly inquires if she can temporarily store her belongings at his place until she establishes herself in New York. He speculates that her reluctance to give Rafe Vadas (Dakota Taylor) a chance stems from her past relationship with the diner's manager. She stands firm in her decision, unwavering. He, however, graciously agrees to support her endeavors.
Cal Jones (Chad Michael Murray) shares with Sully that Maggie has distanced herself from him, retreating whenever they edge closer. Sully encourages him to persist in his pursuit of her. As Cal prepares to depart, Sully makes a dry remark about Andrew's visit, hinting at his underlying sarcasm.
At Fancy Cuts, Alysa (portrayed by Michelle Nolden) proposed an avant-garde hairstyle to Connie Boyle (Lauren Hammersley), sparking a fleeting conversation about Connie's former spouse, Tom, whom she had never truly cherished. Elsewhere, Phoebe imparted to Maggie the distressing news of Walter's arrest for billing fraud, accompanied by an FBI-imposed freeze on their financial accounts. Maggie's emotions erupted into sorrow upon realizing that Andrew had been privy to this information yet chose to keep her in the dark.
Cal confided in Rob about Andrew and Phoebe's recent visit, prompting Rob to propose a crowdfunding initiative to breathe life back into The Crossing. Additionally, Rob revealed that Sydney had resolved to pursue her modeling career in New York. Seeking solace through physical exertion, Maggie embarked on a run, her frustration evident in every stride. She dialed Walter's number, her voice tinged with accusation as she reminisced about her admiration for him and lambasted him for undermining her hard-earned achievements. Cutting him off before he could respond, she dissolved into tears, her sorrow overwhelming.
Edna, still harboring resentment towards Phoebe for their departure, was met with Phoebe's insistence that they had no other choice. Edna reassured her that she and Frank would have lent their unwavering support. Phoebe confessed that abandoning Sully, the love of her life, was an excruciating decision. At that very moment, Sully appeared, his quizzical gaze seeking answers. Phoebe explained their return was necessitated by Walter's arrest and their subsequent need for refuge.
Lola's spirits were dampened by the plight of The Crossing and the weight of Roy's estate. She confided in Cal, expressing doubts about her own resilience compared to Maggie's. Cal, ever the encourager, highlighted her strengths and echoed Rob's suggestion of a crowdfunding effort to rejuvenate The Crossing.
Fancy Cuts – Alysa extends an invitation to Connie, urging her to join her and a mutual friend for an outing. Meanwhile, Andrew boldly declares that he has been aware of Walter's arrest for days now. Maggie, reeling from Walter's betrayal, wonders aloud how she can ever trust anyone again. Andrew, sensing her vulnerability, vows to stand by her side and confesses his love for her. He plants a kiss on her lips, but almost immediately, he apologizes for his impetuosity.
As Phoebe struggles to book a flight back home, her efforts are thwarted. Enter Sully, who learns about Walter's billing fraud scheme targeting Maggie's practice. His tone is laced with disbelief as he quizzes Phoebe on how she could allow Walter to bring such pain to Maggie. His apology falls flat when Phoebe dares him to fake genuine concern for her plight. He steadfastly denies any desire for such misfortune to strike her or Maggie, adding that she's welcome to stay but shouldn't expect preferential treatment.
Elsewhere, Sydney breaks the news to Finn Shandon (Zayn Maloney), informing him of her decision to relocate to New York. Finn recalls her earlier promise to stay, while Sydney reassures him that her decision isn't meant to hurt him. He asks if he can visit her in the Big Apple, and she warmly agrees to show him around the city before they share an emotional embrace.
In a different corner, Maggie is taken aback to see Sully and Phoebe on amicable terms. Sully explains that they've reached a truce. During a conversation with Andrew, Sully inadvertently calls him Angelo, prompting a correction from Andrew, who chalks it up to his ongoing memory loss. Sully inquiries about his and Maggie's relationship status during his last visit, and Andrew expresses his hope for a reconciliation, emphasizing his personal growth.
At Timber Lounge, Cal, Rob, and Rafe unleash their pent-up emotions by throwing axes. Cal prods Rob about asking Jane (Cindy Sampson) out, to which Rob jokes about being rusty in the dating department. Elsewhere, Andrew stumbles upon Maggie's ultrasound photo in her purse. She reassures him that he is indeed the father, and he responds with delight, vowing to be a constant presence in her life. Meanwhile, Lola and Connie join Alysa and Mac (Marietta Laan) for a cozy drink. Andrew, unable to contain his excitement, blurts out Maggie's pregnancy news. Phoebe beams with joy, while Sully inquiries if Maggie is content with her current circumstances. She nods affirmatively.
Back at Timber Lounge, Connie opens up to Alysa about her strained relationship with her parents, prompting Alysa to liken the fire department to a family that offers unconditional support. Andrew seeks forgiveness from Sully for any unintentional offense, but Sully remains steadfast, insisting that they'll never be family because he believes he's not the right match for Maggie. Andrew persists, urging Sully to accept their relationship before heading out for a drink. Phoebe confides in Maggie, revealing that her and Sully's relationship faded due to diverging goals and his increasing dependency on alcohol. She admits to being uncertain about her next steps regarding Walter.
At Timber Lounge, Jane gracefully introduces Rob to Emily, alias Gil Anderson. Moments later, when they find themselves alone, she warmly extends an invitation for him to join her at her place. Elsewhere, Craig Gunn makes a snarky remark to Connie about her sexual orientation, leaving her distressed. She confides in Lola, expressing her discomfort. Meanwhile, in a heartfelt voicemail, Cal implores Maggie to give him a chance to explain his reservations about having children.
In a gesture of contrition, Andrew offers an apology to Cal, Lola, and Rafe, treating them to a rich malt whiskey. Elsewhere, Phoebe and Sully indulge in shared ice cream, a tender moment where Sully expresses his aspiration to be a better grandfather than he was a father. Phoebe reassures him that he wasn't a poor dad, to which he confesses his heartbreak when she took Maggie away. She offers an apology just as he hastily retreats to bed, overwhelmed by emotions.
Back at Timber Lounge, as the episode draws to a close, Andrew drops a bombshell on Cal, Rafe, and Lola, revealing that he and Maggie are expecting.
