Mpumi tells Donald she is leaving for New York and taking Alakhe with her. He does not react favourably, but she tells him that her mind is made up and that he can visit if he wants to. Meanwhile, Puleng is back to her old tricks, trying to win Mandla back since her gravy train with Papi has dried up.

After Bukhosi saves Bangizwe's life when he went to confront the diamonds seller in Refilwe, Lindiwe invites his whole family for dinner as a token of appreciation. Before going home, Nomafu and Bukhosi feel uneasy still and believe it's best to get her out of the way.

Charlie is going through a lot since finding out that Lindiwe now knows that things are looking suspicious at the mine since her return. His paranoia leads him to the Hlophes, begging them to take him in so that he doesn't get killed.

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