Walker realizes his life is at risk and confronts Captain James who confesses to him the real reason Micki went undercover. The Davidsons' return home sets Abeline on edge as there is dark history between the two families.

Walker invites Gale Davidson to participate in the chili cookoff at the Side Step to try and make amends after years of their families feuding, however Abby isn't too pleased with the gesture. Micki and Trey work on reconciling their relationship when she comes home after her deep undercover operation.

Walker tells his family about the surveillance cameras in their home and partners with Denise to lure out whoever is watching them. Liam doesn't trust Denise, or her husband Dan, which frustrates Walker who is trying to mend the rift between the families. Micki continues to deal with the ramifications of her time undercover.

Micki comes clean to Trey about her past and they question what it means for them in the future. After a heartbreaking talk, Micki realizes it might be time to start a new chapter. Meanwhile, Walker and Liam put their differences aside and agree to trust each other when Denise asks them to investigate a case. Bonham dresses up as Santa Claus for the annual holiday party.

When he hears that Serano is out on bail, Dan panics and asks Liam for help. Liam doesn't trust Dan but Dan makes him a tempting offer that would put Serano behind bars for good. There is just a small catch - Liam can't tell Walker what's going on. Meanwhile, Geri decides to have an open mic night at the Side Step and encourages August to hit the stage.

When confronted by the Davidsons, Liam shares an old land survey which could spell trouble for the Walker family, and Bonham reveals one truth from the past while covering up another. Meanwhile, Cordell has news of his own he would like to share with the family if he can get the chance.

Cordell reaches a breaking point with Denise who sets her sights on revenge and the tensions between the Walker and Davidson families finally hit a fever pitch.

Cordell needs the help of someone from his past, but can they be trusted? Meanwhile, Trey shows James and August a new way to deal with some of life's frustrations.

Cordell and James make a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, Stella and August have a traumatic afternoon and Liam takes a concern to the Davidson’s door.

Stella and Colton plan a Walker / Davidson family dinner. Meanwhile, Liam gets an unlikely ally when trying to prove that the Davidson's were up to no good on the day Cordell raced for the ranch and Cassie vows to learn the truth about the last case her previous partner was working on.

Gale coming clean to Geri about the past forces Cordell to relive a part of his he'd buried long ago, and Trey considers Captain James' latest offer.

Time is pushing forward but Cordell is stuck trying to convince everyone, including himself that he has moved on from the hell of captivity. Meanwhile, Stella comes clean to her dad about how she has been feeling and Bonham shares with Liam a way to work through his trauma.