
"Beyond the Gates" is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington D.C., and in one the most affluent African American counties in the United States. At the center of this community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty. But behind these pristine walls and lush, manicured gardens are juicy secrets and scandals waiting to be uncovered. And those that live outside these gates are watching closely. These are the places where the characters live, love, work and play. Those who have "made it" and those who haven't are all trying to navigate life -- and some with more grace than others.

Hayley gets an upsetting surprise and turns to Randy for help; Jacob faces a struggle between work and family; Naomi seeks out Grayson for information.

Dani confronts Hayley about her life in Fairmont Crest; Ted and Shanice clash over their ideals.

Naomi and Jacob hit a snag in their relationship. Leslie offers to throw Eva a party, bringing up bad memories of the past.

Bill and Naomi butt heads during a legal battle; Martin and Smitty prepare for a big event with Vernon.