Samuel finds himself in a black spot with Edward Low, and Gabriel takes over the story. The pirates sail off for their next destination, Tortuga. Upon arrival, the island proves to be a wild and lawless paradise, with exotic sights and experiences. Despite enjoying their freedom, the crew learns that someone is betraying them by revealing their names to the King. As a result, all but Kells & Charlie, are at risk of being arrested and brought back to England against their will. They flee in haste, sailing through a mighty storm, headed for The Forbidden Island.

After the slave auction, Brandon goes home with Jeremiah and they begin to get to know each other. Brandon realizes that many of Sloan’s ideas about training and owning a slave were incorrect which leads him to make a few decisions about his life. During a surprise visit, Master Alexander Hudson arrives with Ryan. There are more than a few surprising reveals as a winter snow storm in Montana traps all four men together in Jeremiah’s cabin.

Jeremiah attempts to erase the commands given to Alexander by Master Giovanni Marini. Alexander warns Ryan not to interfere. Ryan says he'll obey. Brandon still gets confused sometimes when Jeremiah asks him to do something but he's becoming more and more comfortable with his lovable cowboy. And the real reason why Alexander is going to Giovanni is revealed...

Master Alexander and Sloan continue to look for whoever is trying to kill Ryan. In the meantime, Slave Ryan discovers a few things about his Master's past.

Alexander is determined that no one is going to take Ryan away from him.