Love is brewing for Sam and Neil, but her dark side keeps things just at bay and commitment out of reach. When a simple weapon penetrates her armor and opens a nasty wound, Sam turns to the only source of help, the woman who offered her solace. A surprise photo hits the front page and the public is divided between support and outrage. With Phil now knowing her secret and Angela offering guidance and healing, Sam continues fighting everything in herself when forced to lie to the one man she cares most about. Just how much should she reveal to her lover and will he run if she does?