
"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.

Bill grills Hayley about the latest rumors; Leslie probes for gossip about Ted and Shanice; Joey takes care of business.

Bill makes demands that Hayley's happy to meet, but Naomi and Chelsea are anxious; Vernon has an idea to bring the family together; Andre expresses his gratitude to Dani; Smitty fears he's holding Martin back; Tyrell soaks up the attention.

Martin waits with baited breath on election night; Nicole and Ted look good together; Dani gets some disappointing news; Anita and Vernon are a united front; Kat concedes to her brother; Eva has her hopes up; Jacob plans to keep his distance; June has an interesting theory.

Anita's ready to record; Vernon greets Devon Winters and Lily Winters, who share some special news; Leslie plans to pipe up; Kat and Eva's relationship takes a wild turn; Vanessa's on track with her daughter; Deanna has harsh words for Randy; Joey gives Izaiah some advice.