Plot summary
Cullen returns to the Hatch farm to be with his family, only to realize that, in the time he has been away, Naomi has fallen in love with farmhand Isaac Vinson ( Toby Hemingway ). Isaac informs him that he, Naomi, and William will be moving to Zion ( Salt Lake Valley ), if Brigham Young will welcome them. Cullen promises to escort them and speak with Young. Upon arrival, Young considers Cullen an apostate for returning the "gifts" God has given him to die "a lonely, wretched thing". Cullen manages to get Young agree on blessing Naomi and Isaac's wedding, then leaves Naomi and William.
In Laramie, the residents are upset at Durant over the news of Cheyenne 's being made a railroad hub. He blames the railroad board and agrees to buy their land back at 10 cents an acre above the going rate. He also asks Mickey for more Irish workers, but Mickey wants railroad shares in return. Durant initially refuses, but Maggie later assures him that he needs Mickey. Meanwhile, Mei returns to Truckee, despondent over the loss of her father and news that Cullen is with his family. However, Cullen returns, and they share a passionate kiss.
Credits
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