Elizabeth takes Opal in while her parents are away; a newcomer to Hope Valley has some insight into Carson Shepherd's mysterious past; an unlikely turn of events puts Cody in harm's way.
Jess and Bree discover David's parents' secret plans; Abby joins Trace on tour; Thomas's vow renewal sparks Mick and Megan to re-examine their own relationship; Connor reconciles with Kevin.
Kevin and Sarah try to keep a secret while Bree discovers one from Luke's past. Evan whisks Abby away on a business trip, but his intentions are not what she originally thinks.
Cassie welcomes two new guests to Grey House. The strangers, Annabel and Jim, are both in town for job interviews, and to their surprise, they are competing for the same job! After some friendly bickering, Cassie ushers both inside to help get them settled in their rooms.
Sam and Cassie are still keeping their engagement a secret from Nick and Grace. Unfortunately, the couple also finds out that their children are still giving each other the silent treatment over Grace’s meddling in Nick’s relationship with Courtney.
As the town's annual lantern festival nears, Trace and each of the O'Briens attempt to put their own challenges aside so four generations of O'Briens can come together for the lantern festival.
