After the untimely death of Pamela Sanders, her husband and kids gather together to say their goodbyes. Cameron Sr. struggles to take over the family business while dealing with an ambitious mistress. Stephanie Sanders deals with grief and her feelings for a married lover. Cameron Jr. questions the circumstances of his mother's death.
Pamela's death tears open old wounds as Cameron Sr. tries to cope with his grief...and his conscience. Cam Jr. moves back home, but after a tense dinner with his family, he quickly spirals out of control. New housemaid Brittany makes her presence felt. The police close in on the Sanders family by picking up their associate, Adebayo.
The SEC lucks out when an informant comes through with good information. Cam Jr. attempts to lay low, but an old flame tries to lead him into temptation. Tito, an ex-lover of Carissa's, tries to re-enter her life, but ends up jeopardizing everything she's worked for when he makes a surprise visit to the main house.
Cameron Sr. takes his relationship with Carissa to the next level, but he isn't the only one making her an offer. Stephanie is hell bent on destroying her father's relationship, while law enforcement closes in on the Sanders banking operation. Raymond comes to an upsetting realization about his marriage.
A former associate of Adebayo's emerges, demanding his cut of the money laundering operation. Stephanie receives some shocking news. Carissa takes matters into her own hands when she discovers the original leak, but when Cameron Jr. learns the truth behind his mother's death, the Sanders house is torn apart.
Cameron Jr. takes his best shot at Carissa. Torrance rests and recovers, while holding a secret from his family in an effort to protect his brother. Cameron Sr. returns from exile in Panama, and attempts to pick up the pieces of his family empire..Brittney and Keno finally face off over Cameron Jr.’s affections.
Peter faces the sins of his past. Cameron Jr. deals with the consequences of his attempt on Carissa’s life. Nigel becomes increasingly violent with intentions to harm Cameron Sr. Stephanie prepares for the arrival of her newborn child. Torrance returns home from the hospital with a warning for Cameron Jr. Benjamin’s condition gets worse.
Triva makes her move on Torrance. Alexis and Summer arrive unexpectedly at the family estate to cause more chaos. Cameron Jr. begins to get antsy and wants to start his own business. Auntie Mae has to reveal a terrible family secret to Stephanie. Marina spirals into a deep depression after she is rejected by Torrance.
Carissa walks in on a shocking surprise. Alexis emerges as a fierce competitor for the position of the new matriarch of the family. Benjamin’s federal case takes an unexpected turn. Brittney’s troubling past is revealed. Carissa gives Cameron Sr. an ultimatum. Peter fights for his life by rekindling an old flame.
Summer loses control and begins to act out on the Sanders estate. Cameran Sr. faces a new threat from Nigel and confronts his son about his secrets. Carissa and Stephanie face a common threat in Alexis.
Carissa grapples with the threat of Alexis courting Cameran Sr. Cameran Jr. begins his own endeavors in business against his father’s wishes. Torrance and Triva begin to get closer. Carissa and Alexis make their final power moves as the wedding date finally arrives.
Stephanie tries to recover and struggles with her reality. Cameron Sr. fights to unify his fractured family while Cameron Jr. follows his ambitions. Brittany senses a rift within her love triangle.
Stephanie finds a peaceful place. Carissa has a personal security detail assigned to her; he happens to be a handsome ex navy seal by the name of Dante Radson. Nigel receives instruction from his father in Nigeria, and things begin to heat up as the danger increases for the Sanders clan. Carissa is tormented by her ugly past. Nigel decides to test Dante’s expertise.
Dante proves his value. Cameron Jr. signs his first big deal. Law enforcement starts to close in on the family’s past crimes. Torrance begins a downward spiral. Sammy brings in a new young assassin.
Cameron Sr. confronts Carissa about her lies. Alexis returns with a vengeance. Jupiter is dispatched to Nigeria in order to negotiate the peace. Carissa and Dante begin to bond.
Cameron Sr. is forced to answer questions about the death of his friend Peter. Sammy’s young protégé, Cutter, begins to make bloody moves. Stephanie and Eileen bury their past transgressions against one another. Sammy is pressured by law enforcement to confess his crimes. Carissa delivers an ultimatum.
Alexis and Auntie Mae uncover a deep family secret, while Summer and Raymond start to get serious.
Summer warms up to Cameron Sr. as a father; Cameron Jr. once again sacrifices his business ideas for the family; Cameron and Alexis make plans together; fed up with Alexis, Carissa takes matters into her own hands; Marina takes care of Triva.
Sammy pays a heavy price for his trust in Cutter; Alexis and Auntie Mae make their move; Torrance decides to get help; Auntie Mae hips Cameron Jr. to the plan; Brittany hides a dark secret; the walls begin to close in on the Sanders family.
In the season opener, Carissa finds an unlikely ally in Jupiter, while Aunt Mae tightens her hold over the Sanders estate. Cameron Sr. and Stephanie finally come to an understanding while Torrence has a visit from Carlyle.
Cameron Sr. and Aunt Mae meet to talk about the future of the estate; Stephanie gives new and deadly orders to Brother James; Dolan and Nemis dig deeper into all the deaths that surround the Sanders family.
The family chooses sides as Summer fulfills her mother's wishes; Torrence confronts Cameron Jr.
Cameron Sr. starts to come unglued as Dolan leans on Torrence; Brad decides to make a political move as Brother James questions his new role in the Sanders family; Jupiter and Nemis start working together; Eileen gets a warning to run.
Cameron Jr. and Britney find themselves at odds as Britney lays down what needs to happen; Stephanie realizes something terrible about her father; Carissa's hired hand takes things too far.
Jupiter does one last favor for Cameron Sr.; Stephanie uses Brother James to start cleaning house, but he is having doubts; Carissa makes a move to tie up loose ends.
Dolan tells Stephanie how much danger she is in from Carlyle; Brother James gives Summer one last piece of advice; Carissa and Cameron Sr. finally have their face-to-face meeting at the barrel of a gun.
Britney and the Pastor have it out once and for all. Jupiter decides to make a huge change. Torrence makes a hard decision about Cameron Sr. after finding out the truth about his father.