On his first day as State Vet Danny faces a tough decision when his investigation into an animal-smuggling ring takes him surprisingly close to home. Meanwhile, Thabo is settling in, but the arrival of his delinquent older brother brings trouble and casts doubt on Thabo's sincerity.

Strange events are occurring at Leopards Den, and Danny must work fast to solve the mystery before more animals die. His investigation reveals a looming threat to Leopards Den. Dup jumps to the wrong conclusion when he discovers a positive pregnancy test in the trash.