Jane Spencer and Cole Mitchell are up to their eyeballs in chaos and denial.


The Hangman's Inn is facing trouble, and after a year of peace, they're forced to face their own feelings about their future.


Jane is happy in her life with Cole. There's no subterfuge to their feelings, even if she's the only one that sees the real Cole. She knows his past influences his fear of marriage and family--but his constant waffling when others pressure him is getting on her last nerve.


Cole wants to take that leap, and a sudden change in The Hangman's Inn ownership provides him the perfect opportunity, if it isn't too late.


Al Webb returns to town, and Cole is left wondering if he's out of time.