Amy Stock-Poynton

An angry Bobby vows vengeance upon the culprit he suspects is behind Lisa's custody battle. J.R. continues to fit the correct pieces into his puzzle for winning control of Weststar Oil in order to regain Ewing Oil, but some surprising competition may upset his plans. April ignores the warnings from her private investigator regarding his findings on Nicholas Pearce.

J.R. and Sue Ellen's marriage takes a turn for the worse after Kimberly leaves her spouse and demands that J.R. follow suit. J.R. has his turn to demonstrate his allegiance to Kimberly Cryder, while Sue Ellen decides to mix business with pleasure in her relationship with Nicholas Pearce. Bobby accosts Lisa, who is still unwilling to give up her fight for Christopher.

After an ultimatum from Dr. Styles, J.R. demands a show of faith from Kimberly concerning their relationship. With hopes of furthering their budding relationship, April demonstrates concern for Bobby by allowing him to be with Christopher instead of her. Jenna reveals some deeply hidden feelings to a surprised Bobby.

The long awaited custody trial for Christopher comes to pass, pitting Lisa Alden against a determined Bobby. J.R. and Bobby square off against each other concerning J.R.'s involvement with Lisa. April puts Nicholas' and her life in jeopardy after her snooping reveals his true identity. Upset at the prospect of Clayton having an affair, Miss Ellie flees Southfork.

Bobby prepares for a brutal court fight to retain custody of Christopher. J.R., who learns of Casey's disloyalty, plans to teach the upstart a lesson while he continues to badger Kimberly to set up a meeting between him and her powerful father. Cliff is unable to persuade an old farmer to give the right way for his gas pipeline.

Bobby prepares to fight the lawsuit Lisa has against him while Sue Ellen has dinner with the Cryders. Meanwhile, Casey makes plans to work against J.R. and Charlie is caught with her boyfriend.