As the O'Brien family welcomes Bree home from London, Abby thinks back to her conversation with Trace after their kiss on the beach.

Abby reflects on the past and contemplates a future on her own terms. She and Mick deal with the damage to the reputation of O'Brien Construction.

O'Brien Construction's eccentric billionaire client, Evan Kincaid, comes to town and throws Abby and Mick off their game.

Jess and David host visitors in town for the traditional Snallygaster hunt. Mick and Thomas revisit a weekend-long hiking trip from their youth.

As work continues on his hotel, Evan and Abby learn a bit more about each other. Evan stays a night at Jess's B&B.

Jess and David's wedding is here, but the O'Brien family still has a lot to face before the celebration. Abby and Evan get into an argument over his hotel, threatening the entire project.

When Evan comes to the house, he throws out his back and must recover for a few days on the O'Brien couch, connecting him with the family in a way Abby never anticipated.

Kevin and Sarah try to keep a secret while Bree discovers one from Luke's past. Evan whisks Abby away on a business trip.

Evan finds himself wondering if he has feelings for Abby. Luke is threatened with going back to prison. Connor sacrifices to help Luke and Bree.

Luke's court case is here and Connor comes to his defense despite personal risks. Abby faces a romantic dilemma when Evan declares his true feelings and Jay wants more than friendship.