Kade Wise

Lucious and Thirsty attempt to counter Eddie's takeover by presenting him with legal papers. Meanwhile, Cookie reflects on her tumultuous relationship with her mother.

Eddie attempts to get the board on his side so he can secure his place at Empire, while Lucious and Shine scheme to keep him out. Cookie desperately tries to keep a promise she made to a friend before time is up.

Cookie and Lucious' battle to keep Empire in their hands leads them to organise a concert to fund their take down of Eddie. Meanwhile, Jamal's anonymous group continues to be a success.

Cookie goes to see her mother and deals with their rocky relationship, Lucious and Eddie continue to clash over Empire, and Hakeem tries a career in film.