ALEXIS JAMES has three goals: stay focused, stay calm, and stay out of jail. However, when the scandalous truths about her mother, her man, and her best friend reveal themselves, all bets are off. Her temper flares and actions speak louder than words, causing an eruption of emotions and an aftermath of tension. For TIFFANY PRICE, life is good. She is finishing her master's degree in psychology and feels qualified to analyze the human psyche; she has three beautiful children; and once her long-time boyfriend (Marlon) finally pops the question, life will be great. But after a mind-blowing...

"I agreed to 'for better or for worse, ' but I need more "better" and some of that cherishing we spoke of. Can I review my contract, please?" Dana Hall has been more than patient with Ric and his never-ending issues. She has supported his pipe dreams and bitten her tongue when he's lost his jobs, but infidelity is inexcusable. When Ric adds the P.Y.T. from work, numerous text messages, and risque emails to the stewing pot, he finds he has created a recipe for disaster. It's his secret ingredient, though, that sends Dana over the edge. "If love doesn't hurt, why am I holding this ice on my jaw...