Kiandra Richardson

Two years have passed, and the Lyons have yet to reclaim Empire. The family has experienced unimagined tragedies and now must join forces to rebuild from scratch.

Cookie confronts Damon about why he lied to her. Andre is forced to deal with an unforeseen family complication. Becky and Giselle try to get the star power they need from their first Bossy Media artist. Tiana helps Devon find his sound.

Cookie discovers an artist with raw talent whom Lucious dismissed years ago. Lucious spends a day in the city with Yana. Tracy finds evidence that incriminates Lucious. Giselle runs into an old friend.

After realising music is her real first love, Cookie makes moves to get back into the music world. Lucious tries to regain control of Empire by sabotaging Andre's vision for the company.

In the midst of the Bossyfest launch and the fight to regain control of Empire, Cookie reflects on her life and the woman she has become. Lucious finds it impossible to deny his feelings for Cookie and prepares for the battle of his life.

Candace and Carol take Cookie on a girls' trip to Miami. Lucious deals with self-reflection. Andre makes a bold decision regarding Treasure's upcoming album. Giselle goes behind Becky's back to find Tiana a new audience.