In the season 9 premiere, everyone is adjusting to the news that Lucas Lyons is indeed alive, and this revelation is bringing some estranged family members home.

Ryan is baffled by Jared's confession and is determined to get to the bottom of what is really going on; meanwhile, Sherrí struggles with how to move forward with the Lyons clan including her sons.

Shayquan cannot seem to shake Quentin, who is determined to make a permanent mark in her life no matter what; meanwhile, as Sherrí, Noah, and Jonah seek a resolution, Ryan seeks the truth from Sean, which could lead to dire consequences.

Bobbi is on a mission to save her marriage with Ryan but is determined to set some things straight before she leaves; meanwhile, as Shayquan adjusts to Quentin still being around her family, Raven and Keysha have a heart-to-heart.

Noah looks for a way of escape putting Jonah in an awkward position; meanwhile, as Damien continues to dig, Shayquan's professor seems to be digging her - a little too much.

Shayquan receives an unexpected invitation; meanwhile, Noah continues to push it to the limit.

Shayquan deals with the unique offer she was presented with by the professor and her husband while still enduring Quentin's presence around the family; meanwhile, as Noah continues his downward spiral which could lead him to trouble, Aisha's secret is exposed.

Keysha gets a surprise when she visits her family in Dallas; meanwhile, as Damien makes a discovery, Sherrí makes a tough decision when it comes to Noah.

The aftermath of the shooting hits Sherrí hard bringing a loved one back home; meanwhile, Shayquan's suspicions towards Quentin continues as revelations and dark secrets are revealed.

In the season 9 finale, the background of Quentin and William Lyons' "lookalike" is revealed; meanwhile, decisions are made that could change the course of everyone's lives.