It’s the day before the wedding. Fritz tries his hand at drawing and surprises Lida with a gift. Marcel makes peace with Eben, while Beulah bullies Petrus. Marius can’t get hold of Lindie, who is still being held captive by Liam. Cardo says goodbye to the Villa, but Celine struggles to let him go. Sussie has a terrible premonition.
Liam runs into a brick wall with Stef but still does his best to intimidate Saskia. Celine and Wouter has the same matchmaking idea but Celine does not want to act on it. Lida and Fritz encounter serious resistance when it comes to their wedding plans and Beulah offers her assistance without being asked. Saskia plays her trump card.
Saskia is convinced her life is in danger and asks Stef for help but he is losing his patience with her. Lindie tries to convince Marius that she is back to restore peace but he is not convinced. Cardo gets news that could change his and Celine’s lives but she does not react as he has hoped. Eben tries to convince Fritz that he should get a new suit for the wedding.
Fritz contemplates his future after his angina attack. Question is, will his future include Lida? Marius struggles to accept his position as a shareholder of the Villa again. Celine enjoys Cardo’s attentiveness, but how long can she keep up this charade? Out of fear for Liam, Saskia gets Petrus involved in her private life.
Saskia tightens her web around Liam, with serious consequences. Celine is relieved when her situation improves. Eben and Wouter reach a place of understanding in their friendship, and Wouter remains determined to win Carina's heart. Things go horribly wrong for the Villa when Liam finds himself trapped in a corner.
There’s a degree of tension between Fritz and Lida concerning their difference in tastes concerning wedding planning. Cardo tests the water concerning a touchy subject with Celine and Eben gets into trouble with Fritz. Saskia drops a bombshell that no one expected and finds herself in the ideal position to expose Liam.
Fritz and Lida are in harmony with their relationship - mostly. Stef finally frees himself from a heavy burden. Celine and Cardo are struggling to get used to their new circumstances. Liam becomes dangerous when Marius involves himself with Carina's business. Saskia decides to play her own game with Liam.
Liam tells a tale and slyly exposes Saskia in front of Fritz. Lida and Fritz try to reach a compromise on where their future lies, but a misunderstanding ruins the day. The door bell rings, and Fritz gets a big surprize. Celine rebels against her blindness, while Cardo tries his best to comfort her.
Fritz comforts Lida when she admits to feeling guilty about Neels. Celine and Cardo want to help Zander, but it seems to be too late. Carina wants Liam to plan in advance when it comes to her business. Stef is jealous of Vicky and Liam’s friendship. Saskia warns Stef, but he needs proper evidence to believe her.
Fritz would like to talk to Lida, but all she can think of is Neels. Liam's plans are progressing well, but Saskia is not making it easy. Stef and Saskia are getting closer, while Vicky decides that perhaps she should move on too. Cardo gets an unexpected visitor that makes him and Celine very tense.
Marius contacts Vicky. Stef’s excitement about his unborn child is overshadowed by a big decision Vicky makes. Wouter wants to work at Bakgat and Eben still lingers in his unrequited love for him. Fritz receives good news about his prescious coins and attempts to impress Lida by working with his hands.
Fritz is proven wrong and even though this is a rare event he still maintains his dignity. Saskia and Liam’s plans hit a rough patch at a time when they cannot afford it. Eben’s turmoil continues and Fritz gets unexpected news. Cardo and Celine’s solution to their friends’ friction turns into a new nighmare in the making.
Eben is self-conscious in Wouter’s company, which leads to Wouter’s increasing irritation. Neels is turning out to be a valuable asset for the Villa, according to Fritz. Little does Fritz know that his admiration will turn into resentment in the near future. Saskia reckons she has Stef right where she wants him - until Liam points out the absolute blunder that she has made
Stef and Vicky are anxious - the results of the blood tests will be revealed today. Celine is unhappy when she hears about Cardo and Wouter’s busy social life. Fritz prevents Neels from taking Lida out to lunch. More tension builds between Wouter and Carina. Eben tries to have a closer friendship with Wouter, but he realizes it won’t be easy.
A charming Neels surprises Lida when he decides to prolong his stay, but bowls Fritz over when he reveals his real reason. Cardo and Celine are still at odds with each over Cardo being a spendthrift. Liam continues to sow his seeds of manipulation and is pleased when they seem to bear fruit. Carina makes an announcement.
Eben just can’t accept Carina’s desire to buy her own apartment. Bakgat gets vandalized and Vicky struggles to cope with the extra stress. Celine gives back the gift Cardo bought her. Stef makes sure Saskia knows that Vicky is the woman of his heart. A friend from Lida’s past arrives unexpectedly at the Villa.
Eben questions Wouter’s so-called friendship with Carina, but Wouter pleads innocent. Carina misses Marius when she has to make an important decision. Cardo spoils Celine and she can’t resist his charm. Saskia can’t wait to put her and Liam’s devious plan into action. There are still tensions between Fritz and Lida and Celine gives Fritz a piece of her mind.
Liam is impatient to put his plan against Stef into action but Saskia isn’t convinced that she is up to it. Wouter tries a different approach with Carina, while the romance between Celine and Cardo is blooming. In the meantime Liam subtly puts more pressure on Vicky to sell Bakgat and it seems she’s about to play into his hands.
Liam tries to convince Saskia about his master plan. Stef and Vicky are unsure about what the next step is in their relationship, and Stef gets advice from an unexpected new friend. Wouter tries to bring their friendship circle closer together, while simultaneously trying to cheer up Carina. Lida has reached a turning point
Carina struggles to shake her depression. Eben is losing faith, but Wouter comes up with a plan to help Carina cheer up. Vicky is excited about her new venture with Liam and decides to show Stef how she feels about him. Liam pressures Saskia to pull her weight and Fritz explains his intention behind Lida’s gift.
Carina tries to face the world but doesn’t necessarily like what she sees. Kotie makes a swift departure and nearly sends Gerhard into the afterlife once more. It’s a big day for Vicky on many levels and Wouter makes a fool of himself in an attempt to get closer to Carina. Saskia accepts Liam’s help and automatically finds herself in a precarious position as a result.
Carina’s day starts with a headache but unfortunately it does not end there. Vicky feels guilty that she did not treat Carina with enough empathy and Stef tries his best to show Vicky that she can always rely on him. Saskia makes another attempt to save her friendship with Vicky and when Koties makes an admission, Gerhard is convinced that his life is in danger.
Several people reach out to Carina, but she wants to be left alone. Vicky is struggling to cope with Louw being back and Marius away, but Stef gives her the support she needs. Kotie tries to save her tattoo and when that doesn’t work, she wants to get rid of it. Saskia tries to break free from Liam’s hold on her and approaches Stef…
Marius greets the Villa. Gerhard and Kotie fail in their mission in spite of Cardo’s good advice. Cardo has good news for Brou Broers but it puts strain on his friendship with Celine. Fritz battles with the latest unexpected event in his life and Vicky fights against her feelings of guilt after doing the right thing.
Stef is brutally honest about his relationship with Saskia, which naturally incurs her wrath. She turns to Liam for assistance. Will he stab her in the back or is it the start of an unlikely partnership? The Villa is bowled over by the arrival of unexpected guests. Fritz returns amidst the excitement and he and Lida discuss matters of the heart.
Marius is determined to sell his shares to Liam, while Stef will stop at nothing to prevent that from happening. Gerhard refuses to indulge Kotie’s ridiculousness any longer, which drives him to seek comfort at the bar. The changes Celine has brought to Lida’s appearance seem to have the desired affect on Fritz.
Stef is on a mission to prevent Liam from getting hold of Marius’s Villa-shares. Gerhard and Kotie arrive unexpectedly at the Villa. Eben feels his privacy has been stolen from him. Cardo and Celine decide to pledge themselves to each other, without being in a relationship. Lida confesses her feelings for Fritz in a round-about way.
Eben asks Stef’s advice regarding the website while Cardo and Wouter tries their utmost to convince Eben not to abandon Brou Broers. The Retiefs are deeply concerned that Marius wants to sell his shares to Liam. Lida asks Fritz a personal question but is frustrated when he misunderstands her. Stef explains to Vicky why he had lunch with Saskia and is disappointed with her reaction.
Marius realizes that D-day is approaching. In an attempt to bid Carina farewell, she tells him something that might prevent him from following through. Beulah reveals the actual reason behind her visit. She is on the run, but from what? A heartbroken Monique sets her sights on Stef, with Saskia reaching boiling point.
Marius receives his claim from the hospital, and Liam takes advantage of it. Vincent surprises Saskia with unexpected news. Eben takes control of his life, and is ready to fight, even Celeste. Cardo seems to be hiding something from Celine. Carina is in full control of Bakgat, and Vicky has to up her game.
Fritz makes sure that Liam leaves the Villa. Hanna fights for him without any success. Monique shares her story with Celine. Carina refuses to help Marius or Liam and Fritz find out about the fight between Marius and Stef over a pregnant Vicky. Eben breaks big news and Liam is aiming for Bakgat. Stef is reinstated at Van Romburg.
Carina tries in vain to help Marius, while Eben thinks Cardo still stands a chance with Celine. Saskia sets boundaries in her relationship with Stef, while Hanna attempts to do the same with Liam regarding their therapy sessions. Gerhard and Kotie decide a healthy diet isn’t enough - they also need exercise…
The Villa finds itself in a crossfire when a report is written that puts the Villa in a bad light. Stef has no other option but to quit his job, but that is the least of his problems. Beulah refuses to accept that her romance with Wouter is a thing of the past. Marius and Vicky’s worst fear turns into reality.
Carina tries to convince Vicky to take Louw to Marius. Jenny makes a decision for Vicky. Vicky ignores Stef, but surprises Marius. Saskia tries to take Fritz to the doctor. Liam creates chaos in the garden. Hanna continues to be rude, but Fritz has had enough. Liam keeps on winning Fritz’s trust and sits on his next scheme.
Vicky admits to Jenny that she knows that Louw is not her child. Eben attempts to cheer up Celine but realises it is not going to be easy. Marius is suspicious of Jenny’s motives. Stef wants Fritz’s signature to make decisions on behalf of Fritz. Lida asks Eben to employ Hanna temporary at Bakgat. Marius starts to crack under emotional pressure.
Saskia reaches out to Vicky, while Eben tries to cheer Celine up. Lida and Hanna are at loggerheads again and Hanna flings one reproach after the other at her mother. Stef finds out that Fritz is standing surety for Liam’s new business and this leads to a nasty falling-out. Stef threatens to take drastic steps and Fritz is seething with rage.
Liam and Saskia call a truce, but not before Liam manages to get exactly what he wanted all along from Fritz. Hanna tries to stamp her authority on Eben, but Carina is having none of it. Now that Marius is aware of Louw’s DNA results, he vanishes without a trace, leaving Carina terrified of what the future might bring.
Fritz 's behaviour begins to worry the other Villa Rosers more by the day. Vicky and Marius's crisis begins to take its toll and Stef and Carina must keep it together. Liam comes up with a very dirty plan which further unnerves Fritz. Eben is completely caught off guard by a very innocent note and Marius goes too far. .
Fritz oversleeps and the supposedly sympathetic Liam is glad to see that he's not himself. Cardo visits his father in prison and Chubby tries to manipulate him again while Lida asks Carina to be friendlier with Ilse. Meanwhile Stef and Marius realise that Vicki's denying the truth and they try in vain to get through to her
Vicky 's drama knows no bounds. The icing on the cake is when Stef suspects Liam of everything. Eben confronts Cardo and again offers his help. Ilse works with Eben at Bakgat. Celine 's desperate attempt to keep Cardo at the Villa has failed. Chubby is impressed with Cardo 's decision. Jenny opens up her heart to Vicky.
Cardo is still split in two and Fritz tries to support him as well as he can. Will he stay or will he disappear from their lives? Vicky gets an unexpected visitor from PE who acts very strangely at times. Carina and Eben forget they also have a guest whose appearance created a stir between brother and sister. Liam 's sinister little plans run smoothly.
Lida is nervous about Dietmar's funeral. Celine receives a gift from Chubby but this time she confronts him. Vicky invites Saskia to the wedding. Liam manipulates the situation with Saskia so that Fritz has to ask for help. Liam makes it clear that Monique's life depends on working in co-operation with Saskia.
Cardo and Celine suffer after their relationship comes an end. They both find support from the Villa 's people. Lida seeks comfort in the work room. Liam makes a revelation that makes Saskia think she has the upper hand - until Liam comes up with a dark secret that will change Saskia’s life irrevocably.
Fritz appeals to the Villa Rosers to assist Lida during her grieving process. Eben and Carina agree. Liam puts pressure on Saskia who worries about purchasing Gunther's shares until Stef provides the perfect solution. Celine wants to support Cardo when he meets Chubby but it ends badly for the young lovers ...
Liam realizes he has the upper hand over Saskia and makes sure she knows it. Celine cannot understand Cardo's surly attitude and tries to get information from Eben but is forced to confront Cardo himself. Lida experiences the hardest day of her life and Fritz tries his best to support her. Liam gives Stef an interesting piece of news about Saskia's business.
Carina has become increasingly worried about her relationship with Liam and wonders if he has feelings for her. Eben is jealous of Cardo's relationship with Fritz. Lida arrives late and Fritz makes his voice heard, but a late night conversation with Lida takes the wind out of his sails. Saskia finds a measure of comfort in Vicky.
Gang leader Chubby says he has big plans for Cardo - but what does he mean exactly? Marius and Vicky realize that they musn't let Liam impact on their lives and Vicky feels guilty about the interdict she got against him. Meanwhile, Liam warns Saskia to treat him with more respect. Lida surprises Fritz when she flatly refuses to work at night.
Gerhard and Kotie 's relationship reaches new highs and lows - and finally a turning point. Fritz discovers something that makes him very suspicious and Cardo gets good news for the first time in a long while. Celine is not so sure that it's good news. Saskia finally finds out what Liam 's actual intention is and she does not like it.
Everyone tries to convince Vicky that Liam is harmless but Vicky refuses to believe it. Marius feels threatened by the attention Carina gives to Liam. A relationship begins to form between Celine and Lida. Vicky loses control when she sees Liam. Celine becomes worried when she doesn't hear anything from Cardo. Vicky calls for an interdict against Liam.
Stef tries to reassure Vicky but she is in a state about Liam 's presence in Bloemfontein. Celine encourages Cardo to come to an agreement with Chubby and is concerned about the Villa Rosers' safety. Gerhard and Kotie 's new happiness is short-lived when Kotie answers a call that was actually for Gerhard. Carina's involvement with Liam causes tension between her and Marius.
Carina focuses on Liam's rehabilitation so much that she neglects Marius. Gerhard deals with everyone's attitude towards Kotie while the Villa's new manager is concerned about the gossip. Saskia continues trying to convince Liam to leave Bloemfontein and Cardo plays a dangerous game. Someone rings the doorbell late at night and Celine is shocked when she opens the front door...
The Villa is in an uproar over Liam 's sudden appearance and Saskia behaves strangely when she hears about Louw 's kidnapping. Eben takes Fritz into his confidence about his suspicions regarding Kotie and doesn't get the response he had hoped for. Saskia returns from the hospital with news about Liam 's condition. Cardo tells Celine about the depth of the trouble he's in.
Gunther leaves Bloemfontein and it's not on Saskia 's agenda to grieve about it. Celine finds out Cardo is getting involved with drugs. Gerhard has back pain and Kotie is not exactly sympathetic. Vicky is radiantly happy and she doesn't hide it. Saskia receives a " house guest " who can drive her future plans.
Celine adapts to the Villa easily and Fritz, reluctantly, asks her to help. Marius and Stef do not like the idea that Saskia wants to buy Gunther's shares but she's clearly not someone who takes no for an answer. Gunther takes his farewell from Bloemfontein. Eben finds out that Celine and Cardo know each other and does not trust the peace at all.
Gunther feels he no longer serves a purpose in Bloemfontein and Saskia make sure Fritz is finally on her side . Gerhard seeks counsel with his love affairs after Kotie deeply hurts his honour. Stef and Marius still make plans to buy Gunther's Villa shares and Carina makes a proposal. A new guest at the villa but she's not the only one...
Fritz is very upset about Gunther's behaviour and is even more upset after Gunther makes all kinds of weird comments. Eben continues to spy on Cardo and Cardo catches him while he's in the workroom sniffing around. Gunther and Saskia get the results of the laboratory but it's not the news he wanted. Vicky is upset when Stef proposes a quick wedding.