This week on RHOC, the friendships that were once forged in the fires of tequila and spray tans are starting to crack, and the fractures are getting deeper by the minute.

The episode kicked off with a tense dinner between Heather Dubrow and Shannon Beador, where the lingering animosity from their previous blow-up about Heather’s podcast was still palpable. Shannon’s attempt at a peace offering fell flat, and Heather, once again, felt the need to be the voice of reason (or at least, her version of reason).

Meanwhile, Tamra Judge found herself caught in the crossfire of Gina Kirschenheiter’s escalating drama with her ex, Travis. Gina, heartbroken and furious, sought support from Tamra, but the latter’s attempts to mediate the situation were met with resistance. The tension between the two, fueled by years of past misunderstandings, came to a head with Tamra expressing her frustrations, leading Gina to question their friendship.

Emily Simpson continued to grapple with her husband Shane’s legal woes, navigating the stress and uncertainty with admirable grace. However, her attempts to seek support from the group were met with varying levels of empathy, highlighting the inherent disconnect within the “friend group.”

The episode culminated in a tense gathering at Heather’s home, where the unresolved issues between Shannon and Heather finally exploded. Amidst accusations and defensiveness, the underlying tension between the two women reached a boiling point, leaving everyone in attendance feeling uncomfortable.

Here are some key takeaways from this week’s episode:

 The “amigas” are no more: The once-close friendships are showing cracks, and the trust seems to be dwindling.

 Gina’s drama is taking its toll: Gina’s emotional rollercoaster is impacting her relationships with her friends, particularly with Tamra.

Heather and Shannon’s feud continues to escalate: The conflict between these two seems to be reaching a point of no return.

What does the future hold for the Housewives of Orange County? Will these broken friendships be able to mend? Or will this season mark the end of an era for these iconic women? Only time will tell.

Tune in next week for more drama, tears, and questionable fashion choices.