Emmett's new venture yields big results for his bottom line but strains his personal life. Kiesha and Jake chart exciting new career paths. Victor awaits the election results. Kevin's freedom comes at a cost. Papa falls for an older woman, while Jada advises her single friends. Douda makes a deal.

Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap while Shaad launches a new business with Deja's help. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles with his faith and Pastor Stanley's interfering. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.

Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari's intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell issues a warning, while Rob looks for clues.

A welcome new development in Douda's life is complicated by some ominous news from Roselyn. The strains of their busy lives wear on Emmett and Kiesha. Tiff and Rob make strides with their business. Papa introduces Kenya to the crew, while Maisha questions Jemma's dedication. The men of The Chi turn to each other for support.

Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.

Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley's patience. Dre's actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.

The community reels at a loss. Jake's sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confronts Nuck. Nina makes a startling confession.

The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.

Victor and Emmett deal with the consequences of their decision to take on Douda. Kiesha worries about her family's safety, while Jada and Darnell make moves to keep everyone safe. Alicia cashes in a favor from Bianca.

Victor learns the value of compromise. Emmett and Kiesha's date night is interrupted. Shaad makes an unlikely connection. Professor Gardner's lecture inspires Bakari. The FBI finds more evidence linking to Q's cuddle.

Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation; Papa is wooed by Pastor Ezekiel, causing tension with his mother; Alicia offers Shaad an opportunity.

Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems; Victor is haunted by his past mistakes; Papa makes a big decision; devastating news sends Kiesha reeling.

Douda's birthday sparks emotions; shocking news brings new problems for Emmett and Kiesha; Damien makes a surprising discovery while Alonzo takes a bold step.

Jake does his best to distract a restless Victor; Alicia makes a deal and issues a warning; Papa takes centre stage while Britney confides in Maisha and Jemma.

Rob and Tiff host Thanksgiving, but not without interference from Alicia. Meanwhile, Douda seeks revenge on all who've done him wrong, leaving everyone in the Chi on edge. Sensing the tension, Roselyn stresses over Douda's safety.

Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate.