Bea is torn between her feelings for Ned and her unresolved issues with Finn. Gary is on edge waiting for his bank loan to be approved, but a public scuffle puts his future in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Cassius reveals his romantic birthday plans for Piper, and Ned and Bea try to find out more about his past.

Cassius is on the run after confessing to the police, Piper is confused and heartbroken. Ned, Bea and Terese present Piper with evidence that Cassius has been keeping secrets from her. Elissa, Cassius mum, returns to Erinsborough to intercept and destroy the confession letter. Aaron and Ned make the connection that Elissa is Cassius mum.