Law, Love and Betrayal episode 9: The physical act

This week, Law, Love and Betrayal delivers a case full of scandal and jealousy as Gugu and James defend a pop star whose relationship secrets spill out for everyone to see. Meanwhile, Gugu’s romantic life gets tangled. Here’s how it all unfolded:

The case of the pop star and the preacher

Kgomotso, a pop singer, stands accused of assaulting her husband, gospel singer Ezekial. Gugu and James are on the case, defending her claims that the incident happened during consensual play gone wrong. Ezekial’s fans, however, aren’t singing her praises - they’re ready to brand her a villain.

A scandalous testimony

Kgomotso spills the details of her wild relationship with Ezekial, causing chaos in court. His fans label her the ultimate Jezebel. But when it’s revealed she hired a PI to tail him for suspected cheating, suddenly there’s motive. And it’s not looking good.

Lunch drama at G&A

Thabo shows up at Gugu’s office with lunch, but instead of sweetening her day, it makes things awkward. He accuses her of changing since working at G&A. When she tells him she’s skipping dinner for a work event and dodges making him her plus-one, he questions if she’s ashamed of him. Is Gugu outgrowing her old life?

A twist in the case

James learns from Sam, the PI, that Ezekial wasn’t cheating but buying property. If they can prove Kgomotso knew this, it could clear her motive. But the stakes skyrocket when the prosecution raises the charge from assault to attempted murder.

Gugu steps back

After an intense moment where James admits his feelings for her, Gugu asks Ayanda to take over the case, leaving James bitter and frustrated.

A courtroom bombshell

Ezekial takes the stand and faces a grilling from James. He unveils a bombshell: the properties Ezekial bought are in the name of a woman in his congregation - his mistress. The pastor, exposed and embarrassed, drops the charges. Another victory for James.

Ayanda’s emotional plea

Ayanda confronts Gatsha, craving his respect and love, but he continues to fall short as a father. Little does she know that he’s holding back the fact that Gugu is her half-sister.

What’s a party without a little drama?

Gugu changes her mind and brings Thabo to James’ birthday party. Gatsha, unimpressed by Thabo’s rough edges, pointedly ignores him. Thabo awkwardly stands out among the sophisticated crowd, prompting Gatsha to question what Gugu sees in him.

An unexpected proposal

Just when you think the drama’s winding down, Thabo shocks everyone by proposing to Gugu. James watches from the sidelines, crushed. And was that hesitation before Gugu said yes? We’re left wondering: has she just locked herself into the wrong verdict by staying with Thabo?

Stay tuned for the next wave of drama in Law, Love and Betrayal, every Thursday on Showmax!