Episode 7 of "Bad Monkey" unfurls with Gracie drowning in a torrent of poignant memories, each one a vivid reminder of her arduous journey: the heart-wrenching loss of her mother, the shattering of love, and the dark embrace of witchcraft. As these recollections engulf her, she's abruptly released from the confines of the car trunk, her captors revealed to be none other than Eve and her henchman, Nick. Their interactions bristle with tension, but Gracie emerges resolved, her underestimation of Eve a lesson learned the hard way. She now stands guard, eyes wide open.
In a desperate move, Gracie strikes a deal, accepting a hefty sum of fifty grand for the property, a bargain that feels like selling her soul to the underworld. Amidst accolades, she confides in Ya-Ya her intention to pave a smoother path for herself, yet the Dragon Queen's conscience is plagued with remorse over the sale. The discovery of a sheet of paper, its forgery a damning confession, in the trash heap only deepens her anguish. Confronting Gracie, she realizes the stark contrast between the girl she nurtured and the woman standing before her.
Meanwhile, Yancy and Ro reenter the fray, this time with the capture of Mendez in their sights. Ro's apology for past missteps hangs in the air, but the true intrigue lies elsewhere—with Neville, who finds himself in private conversation with Rosa. Their focus lapses, granting Mendez a fleeting opportunity. With a unicorn hairclip, a symbol of unlikely liberation, he shatters his shackles, sparking a chaotic struggle that ultimately culminates in Mendez being brought down by gunfire.
Neville, at the hospital, regales the gang with his tale, punctuating it with a vivid photograph of Nick, alive and kicking in Andros. Yancy, swiftly relaying this news to the station, finds Sonny cheering him on, noting that this revelation marks a solid step towards reclaiming his lost position. With renewed vigor, Yancy strides through the halls, his steps springy, and his relationship with Rosa flourishing under the current circumstances.
Yet, Rosa's heart remains heavy, weighed down by the tumultuous events. She ponders the very essence of her profession, questioning if she possesses the strength to continue. Meanwhile, Bonnie's unexpected visit to Yancy's abode brings with it a confession of her missteps with Cody and a plea for guidance. Yancy, stern yet compassionate, insists on accountability but senses Bonnie's inevitable return, a lingering echo of their conversation.
Sonny, in a gesture of restoration, hands Yancy his gun and badge, symbolizing a return to duty. But the joy is fleeting as Director Rhodes' intervention casts a shadow. The news of Nick's extradition being postponed stirs up frustration within Yancy, who feels helpless in the face of potential escape.
Gracie, consumed by her turmoil, seeks solace with Egg once more, her resolve wavering. And as Cody and Jim arrive at Yancy's doorstep, they find themselves accompanied by an unwelcome escort—armed guards looming outside, a stark reminder of the dangers lurking amidst the shadows.
