Sat, May 6, 1972
A mysterious note with ambiguous wording arrives in the mail for Erik, strongly encouraging him to meet in the bar at 4pm. He and Ann speculate whether the note could be used as blackmail for Erik's indiscretions, which includes an accusation of murder and a trial, or Ann's murky past which she recalls in flashback but does not share with Erik. They seek advice from local police captain Michael Krasakis. Meanwhile, the situation becomes even more mysterious as the Woolleys and Mervishes also receive the same anonymous notes and nervously arrive at the appointed time to face their blackmailer as a sudden storm rages outside Shepherd's Bar.
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Sat, May 13, 1972
Patrons at Shepherd's Bar note increasing tension between Major Woolley and his wife Miriam. Some speculate that meek, obsequious Miriam in fact harbors hostility toward the Major, while the Mervishes mock the couple's staid, perfunctory habits during an impromptu performance for the bar's amusement. Meanwhile, Major Woolley becomes obsessed with the idea that a parcel dispatched from home is being intentionally withheld from him, and Miriam grows more paranoid about intruders in her garden. Erik and Ann intercede but are unable to halt a series of events which culminate in a shocking act of violence.
Sat, May 20, 1972
Kirsten and Mark discover an unconscious beauty, adrift in a boat. With Erik's assistance, she is taken to stay with the Shepherds. Captain Krasakis identifies her as Julie Johnson, a visitor traveling with an unconventional couple, the destructive Val and her lover Nat. Ann's curiosity, and ultimately annoyance, is aroused when she learns that Val and Erik share a notably intimate past with one another. Meanwhile, Nat wants the three to return home, but Julie considers remaining behind in Crete.
Sat, May 27, 1972
In Birmingham, Monica Turton is told by art dealer Jervis Duncan that her late father's art works have developed an audience, and they can make a fortune from the early paintings he created on Crete. Together they travel there but are astonished to learn Nestor is alive and frequents Shepherd's Bar.
Sat, Jun 10, 1972
Simultaneous arrivals in Aghios Nikolaos create an unbearable strain on Ann and Erik's marriage. Erik is tempted by the alluring young Jocasta with whom he has shared a previous flirtation, while Donald Culley returns to continue the relationship he and Ann started. An unexpected death then leads to an ultimatum.
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Sat, Jun 17, 1972
Donald Culley reveals the true reason for his return to Aghios Nikolaos and sets about to destroy the Shepherds' marriage. Pushed to the breaking point and left with an ultimatum, Ann makes a desperate decision which ultimately culminates in two murders and an escape as the first series comes to an end.