When dangerous truths bubble to the surface threatening the Roman family's reign as country royalty, Nicky Roman — the heir to the crown — will stop at nothing to protect her legacy.

The Romans rally together after tragedy strikes; Nicky and Gigi grow even more competitive when the press dub Gigi "The New Queen"; sparks fly between Nicky and Wade; Kayla discovers some shocking news.

As Nicky prepares to perform at the "Queens of Country" concert, she learns of Clive's affair and is determined to turn the tables on him. Meanwhile, Luke is told the devastating truth from Nicky; Catt celebrates Ana's signing with Monarch with a party at the Brambles, where Ana and Ace connect.

Nicky makes a bold decision as she races to find a new song to perform at the Roman Family Rodeo. Meanwhile, Albie is signed by a new manager, Jamie Burke, angering Luke.

The Romans move forward with their traditional Family Christmas special. Clive blackmails Nicky, and Nicky's publicist pushes her to go public with her romance with Wade. Meanwhile, Ace and Ana go on a date, Gigi rebels and Albie is stunned to learn what Dottie did.

The Romans await the news of the Country Music Legacy Awards nominations, Nicky and Luke meet with District Attorney “Uncle” Tripp DeWitt. Meanwhile, Luke looks into Jamie’s past and Albie learns of a new family connection.

The events leading up to the deadly night are revealed, as is the victim, leaving Albie to clean up a giant mess. Meanwhile, several weeks later, Nicky still tries to prove that she's good enough to headline a solo tour.

Nicky confronts Catt and preps Tatum for her Deb Ball; Gigi makes a splash at a press event; Ace and Ana get closer; Albie lies to Tripp to protect Nicky and Luke is concerned Jamie is getting too close to the Roman family.

Nicky, Gigi and Luke discuss what they should do about Catt; Jamie pushes Albie to finish his album; Nicky blackmails Kayla; Ana is shocked when Catt confesses a secret.

Media Mogul Skyler Samuels arrives in Austin with a proposal for Luke and the future of Monarch; Tripp gives Albie an ultimatum; Nicky is torn when Wade returns to town; Gigi grows suspicious of Kayla and Luke; Ace and Ana go viral when with a performance.

An arrest is made in the murder; Albie is desperate for the family to come together; Jamie opens up about his past to Nicky; Kayla goes into early labor; Gigi airs the Romans' dirty laundry to Skyler and Catt continues to oppose Ace and Ana's friendship. Season finale.