Derek Krantz

Caroline splashes out on hair extensions and new sheets for Max, not realising that Max's old pillowcases hold a certain sentimental value.

Deacon awaits his pending jail sentence as Rayna is in a coma. Meanwhile, Teddy grapples with Peggy's pregnancy and Gunnar's proposal complicates his relationship with Scarlett.

Scarlett struggles when Jeff Fordham wants his new artists to cultivate hot, sexy personas. Meanwhile, Rayna wants to obtain the rights to her music and Avery and Gunnar decide to record songs with Scarlett's friend Zoey.

Rayna and Deacon's glittering evening at the Country Music Association Awards ends in a confrontation that pushes Deacon off the rails. Meanwhile, Gunnar does his best to win back Scarlett's heart.

Teddy proposes to Peggy and asks her to be discreet about the news. However, Maddie is hurt when she finds out about the engagement and turns to an unlikely friend for advice. Meanwhile, Rayna cancels the remainder of the tour.

Rayna and Teddy's divorce is finalised and each embarks on a new path. Meanwhile, Juliette takes a high-paying private gig at a billionaire couple's anniversary party.