The staff are stunned by the death of a loved colleague. Anna contemplates life as a single mother while Sarah must give an answer to Adrian's proposal.

The sisters are infuriated by the arrival of Claudie's sister Paula, and the contents of her beauty salon. There are other new arrivals in Oxley as both Fiona's father and Montgomery's younger brother appear to have an interest in the Williams family. But nothing can prepare them for the final revelation of the day, as the police come knocking at the door.

As the investigation into George's murder begins, Anna and Sarah are distracted by the possibility of losing everything to their stepmother.

The atmosphere at The Chase becomes strained, and police, poodles and pamper packs culminate in a shock resignation.

With morale at an all-time low, the staff look forward to attending the Montgomery Estate ball, where Anna finds an unlikely prince charming.

With Adrian and Sarah back from honeymoon, Anna is quick to ensure her betrayal of Sarah's confidence is kept secret. She is distracted by the arrival of Fiona however, who is requesting a reference. Liam is questioned by the police about George's death. Still convinced that Fiona is responsible for her father's murder, Sarah decides to take her cousin on once and for all, with terrifying consequences.

Tom is reeling from Fiona's confession and the realisation he is again embroiled in her life. Meanwhile, the local battle of the bands leaves Matt with a tricky dilemma and he and Anna are forced to consider their relationship. Sarah turns to Sebastian for support when she discovers Adrian knows the truth about her fertility problems and that Anna betrayed her trust.

Terrified that Fiona will find out about his move to Botswana, Tom is forced to make promises he can't keep. Matt is devastated that Anna is leaving The Chase, while Rick and Clare suffer yet another set back in their relationship. Frank's concern for Fiona makes it even more difficult for Tom to juggle the women in his life, leading to a startling discovery for Anna.

The investigation into George's murder gathers pace and Tom is desperate to get Anna away before Fiona implicates him. Matt is determined to change Anna's mind while Clare is surprised by an unexpected guest. Frank reveals the truth behind his affair with Anna's mother, but his new relationship with his daughter is curtailed by a confrontation with Fiona.