The day of the new library's official opening arrives and Frances is determined to use the occasion to re-stamp her authority. However during the day, events go from bad to worse for Frances.

With Terry staying at his mum's house, Frances is tired and more irritable than usual. She's not sleeping, is drinking too much and is not able to concentrate at work.

Frances needs to sell Pearl's house fast in order to pay for Pearl's accommodation at Gentle Pines nursing home. Meanwhile Xavier Fisher threatens staff cuts at Middleton Interactive.

The library is a hub of activity for Senior Citizens Day. Frances is busy trying to find a replacement to take a tour group on a historical walk of Middleton when Terry arrives with Pearl.