it could be a distant family death since its the 2nd episode, completely unrelated to the fire.

It's Drew I think.

I hope not.

Episode 3.11 - Hurt
Elena confronts the Ewings for what J.R. did to her father and for framing Cliff; Bobby must re-examine the steps he took to implement J.R.'s master plan; Nicolas' plan to steal Ewing Global moves forward.

Episode 3.12 - Victims of Love
Ewing Global goes public; Pamela struggles with the knowledge that Cliff did not kill J.R.; Bobby seeks the help of an old flame to regain control of the company; Judith and Ryland work to fix their problems with the cartel.

Episode 3.13 - Boxed In
Bobby puts everything on the line to save lives; John Ross and Pamela form a truce; Elena learns about Nicolas' connections to the cartel; Christopher searches for Elena.

Episode 3.14 - Endgame
Christopher races to find Elena; Bobby is double-crossed by the cartel; John Ross attempts a rescue; Nicolas puts his and Elena's lives in jeopardy.

Episode 3.15 - Brave New World (Season Finale)
Bobby and Sue Ellen form a new alliance to protect the family; John Ross continues to try to regain control of Ewing Global; Elena discovers the depths of Nicolas' betrayal; John Ross learns a secret about J.R.
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