As Tariq St. Patrick begins his new life at Stansfield University, he's torn between two worlds: doing as his mother said, living his life as a normal college kid; or doing what she taught him, hustling product.

Haunted by the legacy of his father, Tariq tries to understand who James St. Patrick was to the people in his life, how it's shaped Tariq's own life, and how the memories of his father define the man Tariq wants to become.

After Monet's agreed to do business with him, Tariq initiates his play to control the drug market on campus, while insulating his and Monet's involvement.

On Tariq's 18th birthday, Saxe brings him news that could blow up Tasha's case; Tariq is concerned about Brayden's budding relationship putting their business in danger.

Tariq fears a violent collision course with Cane, but his hands are tied by letting Brayden in on the arrangement with the Tejadas.

As the heat is turned up on campus, Tariq isn't trying to be left in the cold with Lauren or Diana.

Tariq can't help but feel left out, as parents flood the campus for homecoming at Stansfield.

After the head-on collision of Tariq's worlds at Homecoming, the campus is hot, causing problems as he tries to settle up on debts.

Tariq will do whatever it takes to clear his mother; but knowing he's not in the clear with Monet, Tariq is backed against the wall.