Chloe cant shake off her suspicions about Claudias motives for looking after Aster. She suspects that Claudia knew about Sam Fitzgeralds history with the Kennedys and is determined to find proof and return Aster to her rightful family. Despite her own worries, Chloe reassures Elly that the appeal will happen soon, and she will do everything in her power to help her.

Claudias disappearance with baby Aster and speculate about whether she might have taken the baby and left the country. Meanwhile, Toadie is investigating Judge Vaggs history of unusual rulings, and Andrea threatens Elly in prison. After speaking with Judge Vaggs former clerk, Toadie is more convinced than ever that the judge has been bribed and is determined to prove it.