Lucas gives Elizabeth writing advice that causes her to search for new inspiration. Rosemary and Lee plan a vacation. Faith returns home with a dilemma that may force her to part ways with Carson.

Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions when his estranged father arrives in town after recently being released from jail. Rosemary advises Clara and Jesse on wedding plans. Bill and Lucas lose customers when a rumor spreads.

Elizabeth, Carson and Faith deal with an outbreak of chickenpox. Faith's dedication to her job jeopardizes her future.

Elizabeth gets a surprise bouquet of flowers on her doorstep which has the whole town wondering who left them. Rosemary and Lee organize Jesse & Clara's Bachelor and Bachelorette parties.

Elizabeth gets the people of Hope Valley to band together as only they can to give Clara and Jesse the wedding of their dreams.

Lee and Rosemary are challenged with taking care of a fussy Little Jack.

A dangerous windstorm puts residents of Hope Valley at risk. Elizabeth takes half the class on a field trip in the woods while Carson is the substitute teacher for the rest.

Elizabeth and Nathan try to resolve their differences. Rosemary learns a secret about Lee. Elizabeth feels betrayed by Lucas, but helps him get the oil company's records from Gowen. Nathan goes under cover. Fiona gets bad news.

Elizabeth hears news about her book. Lee gets a surprise that stirs up wounds from his past. Fiona tries to find a way to stay in Hope Valley. Lucas makes a last-ditch effort to preserve his partnership in Gowen Petroleum.