Dylan Carter, deceived by Derek and Gwen, believed the child in Sloane Carter's womb was not his. He drank, gambled, used cold violence, and supported Deacon Carter. His wife fell ill, and the child died before birth. He learned the "ambiguous letter" was forged by Gwen. He opened his eyes again, back in winter 1994. His wife had not left, and the child was still in her womb. This time, those who owed them would pay.