Ep 1. The Return

The third season of the popular television series Dallas, begins with the much-awaited return of one of the most popular characters, John Ross Ewing. The opening episode of season 3 is aptly titled "The Return" and it starts with a bang. The episode picks up right where season 2 left off. John Ross, who is back from a business trip in Venezuela, is greeted by the news of his father, J.R. Ewing's death.

With the sudden death of the legendary J.R. Ewing, everyone in the family is in a state of shock and mourning. John Ross, who had a complicated relationship with his father, is devastated by the loss. The episode shows him coming to terms with his grief while dealing with a host of other problems as well.

As the heir to the Ewing empire, John Ross is left with a lot of responsibility on his shoulders. He is desperately trying to keep things together and make sure that the family business does not suffer due to his father's absence. However, he soon realizes that his father has left behind a mysterious legacy that could either be a blessing or a curse.

John Ross soon discovers that J.R. has left him a letter, which could potentially change the course of his life forever. The letter reveals the existence of a secret offshore account that contains millions of dollars in funds. The contents of the letter set off a heated debate between John Ross and his mother, who is worried that the contents of the letter could be detrimental to the family legacy.

In addition to dealing with the aftermath of his father's death and the mystery surrounding the letter, John Ross is also faced with the challenge of running the family business alongside his cousin, Christopher Ewing. The two are constantly at odds, trying to outdo each other, and their rivalry is the main focus of the episode.

As the episode progresses, we see John Ross trying to secure a new oil deal while also trying to maintain his relationship with his girlfriend, Emma Ryland. Meanwhile, Christopher has his own set of problems to deal with. He is trying to establish a relationship with his estranged wife, Elena Ramos, while also trying to keep his alternative energy company afloat.

As the episode draws to a close, tensions continue to rise between John Ross and Christopher as they compete for control of the family business. Meanwhile, the mystery surrounding J.R.'s letter continues to unfold, leaving the audience eagerly anticipating what's to come next.

Overall, "The Return" is an action-packed and exciting episode that sets the tone for the rest of the season. It's a promising start to what is sure to be an enthralling continuation of the iconic television series.