King Silas sends Jack and David to Gath to reinforce the peace agreement. David quickly learns that the trip is much more than just a diplomatic tour when Gath asks for an unusual and dangerous favor. Michelle discovers that her health care bill may have created more problems than it solved. Meanwhile, Silas faces the potential crisis of a deadly plague entering his city.

King Silas goes on a pilgrimage and takes a surprised David with him. While out in the country, David is introduced to the king's hidden life outside the palace walls. Meanwhile, Michelle and Jack's secret love lives are under the threat of being exposed forcing Queen Rose to take protective action.