Andre is all set for the Masquerade ball. Julia is setting up Dash. After Brandon is caught bribing another student to get his vote, which he learned from Keith, Gina lashes out at Keith. The Capwells prepare for a masquerade party. Cruz is ready to meet Andre at the party. Belinda warns Dash that he should not go to the party. Dash fantasizes of Julia falling for him. Julia buys a gun to bring to the party.