The Binnelanders are acutely aware that this is D-day for Pippa’s recovery. Wimpie convinces Zadie that it is only a matter of time before Gideon will sue her. A mysterious visitor arrives at Binneland Clinic.

Bea discovers the connection between Vivienne and Franz and Gideon’s behavior towards Dr. Thiart is not what one would expect from him. Zadie is just one of a few people who have to take a doctor to task and Dirk takes out his frustration regarding Pippa on At. Rian and Franz face a difficult decision.

Dirk reaches breaking point and Franz has to step in. Zadie is in Gideon’s way and the charming Vivienne Armandt is far from done with Franz.

Vivienne tries her best to get Franz all to herself. Gideon realizes that there was a huge miscommunication between him and Naomi and Rian is visibly upset after a visit to Pippa doesn’t go as planned.

Daleen is forced to manage her expectations and Tertius doesn’t hold back when he talks to Rian about Pippa. Bea opens up to Sonja about Vivienne and Naomi has to deliver some bad news. Gideon refuses to get involved in Dr. Thiart’s decisions.

The Gericke children are suspicious about Vivienne’s agenda while Rian is determined to pop the question - despite many objections. Marlien busts Gideon and Naomi.

Franz owes Vivienne an answer and Okkie has advice for Gideon regarding Marlien. Daleen preps Rian for an important meeting and Jan is unimpressed with Bea and Franz’s proposal. A patient makes a terrible discovery and Naomi is once again forced into action.

Physical problems lead to a shock answer. Gideon is not happy when he finds out what Marlien will be allowed to do at Binneland and Jan takes a definitive stand against Franz and Bea.

Vivienne thinks that Bea is responsible for Franz’s decision and Wimpie thinks something is wrong with his heart. Delia realizes that Binneland will suffer because of someone’s divided attention. Support isn’t always appreciated.

Vivienne causes more problems for the Bassons. Franz is under pressure - and not for the reasons everyone thinks. Gideon warns Rian and Delia about Marlien, and a much loved couple looks like they are drifting apart. At is worried about the future of Binneland.