Episode 7 of "Daredevil: Born Again" kicks off with a gripping scene of Fisk standing at his window, his gaze piercing through the city that pulsates with a palpable fear. He is unwavering in his resolve to uncover the mystery behind the grim, blood-soaked murals and capture Muse before the enigmatic adversary strikes again. However, the revelation that Daredevil has re-emerged on the streets, heroically rescuing Angela, forces Fisk to recognize the necessity of escalating his strategic approach.
Fisk's fury is palpable; Matt has decimated his criminal empire, and now, with the mask back on, he poses a direct threat to everything Fisk has painstakingly rebuilt. Buck, however, serves as a sobering reminder of Fisk's superior power and authority, subtly suggesting that the Kingpin could reassert his dominance by stepping out of the shadows. For Fisk, the contemplation is clear – he must wield his acumen and cunning to eliminate any obstacle to law and order, with Daredevil being the paramount threat.
Vanessa ventures into the streets, engaging Luca in a conversation where she urges him to maintain a smooth operation. Luca, sensing a shift in the wind, broaches the possibility of a "change" on the horizon, subtly hinting at Vanessa's potential ascendancy to usurp her husband's criminal endeavors.
Meanwhile, Angela recuperates in a hospital bed, while Matt finds solace in the warmth of the shower alongside his girlfriend, Heather. Heather notices his absence from work and expresses her concern, fearing it might be linked to self-destructive behavior. Matt brushes off her worries, confessing that he is grappling with a crisis of faith and struggling to distinguish reality from deception. Misinterpreting his words, Heather pleads for him to fight for their relationship, fearing that his introspection might signify the falseness of their love, and strives to reignite his spirit.
At the workplace, Cherry confronts Matt head-on, demanding answers about his involvement in the Muse saga under the guise of Daredevil. In turn, Matt implores Cherry to leverage her connections to track down Muse, with the aim of anticipating his next strike. However, Cherry stands firm in her refusal to become entangled in the situation.
As Angela awakens in the hospital, Matt is by her side, ready to lend an ear. She spills the beans, revealing Muse's loquacious nature and his incessant ramblings about his sketches, particularly his excitement surrounding them.
Meanwhile, Fisk employs his extensive resources to unravel the mystery behind Muse's true identity. His search leads him to a troubled soul named Bastian Cooper, a man burdened by a litany of issues from his past. Bastian, who frequents therapy sessions and possesses a talent for taekwondo, fits the Muse profile perfectly. Eventually, he unmasks himself, hurling his therapist, Dr. Glenn, against the wall with startling force.
Daredevil storms into Muse's lair, seeking the same crucial information we've already pieced together. But his mission takes a turn for the worse when Powell unexpectedly appears, catching him off guard. Reacting swiftly, Matt knocks Powell unconscious and makes a hasty retreat, realizing with alarm that one of Muse's paintings depicts Heather, marking her as his next target.
Muse tracks down Heather, and although fear initially grips her heart, she shifts gears when she hears the approaching sirens. She provokes Muse, branding him a coward, all to buy Daredevil precious time to arrive and engage him in battle. During their fierce encounter, Heather seizes a gun and, without hesitation, fires a fatal shot at Muse.
When Powell's taskforce arrives on the scene and surveys the wreckage, word reaches Kingpin that Daredevil was present at the location. He expertly spins the narrative, crediting Sergeant North and his taskforce as the true heroes who pulled the trigger, thwarting the dangerous vigilante's plans.
As Daniel extends an enticing invitation to BB, urging her to embrace the opportunity to align with the victorious team, Matt finds himself attending to Heather in the tranquil yet tense atmosphere of the hospital. Meanwhile, Vanessa, after much deliberation, ultimately decides to accept Luca's proposition, revealing her husband's address where he sits Enjoying dinner alone, unaware of the impending drama. However, lurking in the darkness, Buck lies in wait, his intent clear as he strikes down Luca without mercy. It appears that Vanessa and Fisk's objectives have unexpectedly converged, forging an unspoken alliance amidst the unfolding chaos.
