Overview
- Cain’s prostate operation is confirmed a success, yet he faces a catheter and fears over long-term side effects.
- Shaken by what he learns about a past betrayal, Cain quietly plans payback against a longtime rival.
- Dr. Todd shifts from feud to extortion, pressing Charity for cash to keep a sensitive parentage secret quiet.
- A new spark with Vanessa puts Todd closer to Charity’s orbit, raising the risk that the secret slips.
- After early release, Bear struggles with flashbacks and anxiety at work, with lighter village subplots continuing in the background.