The recap of Elite Season 8, Episode 7 unfolds with a poignant scene where Omar and Sonia confront Dalmar, riddled with curiosity over his unexpected acquiescence to the charges. As Dalmar unravels the web of online vitriol and Carmen's manipulative bargain, they're left stunned, pondering the depths of her desperation. Dalmar drops a bombshell, revealing his suspicion that Carmen, not Eric, silenced Joel by taking his life, igniting a firestorm of conflicting theories among the characters. Omar and Sonia suspect the Krawietz siblings, whereas Ivan and Isa speculate that Chloe and Eric are the culprits.
Amidst this turmoil, Nadia's world shifts as she aids Omar in his relocation, only to witness his emotional breakdown. With her father's health faltering and her own departure looming within 24 hours, Nadia makes a heartfelt decision to stay by her family's side, abandoning her New York-bound flight. Omar confides in her the Alumni's ultimatum, threatening to revoke her internship if he speaks out about his assault. Nadia, unwavering in her support, vows to stand by Omar's side, even if it means sacrificing her internship. Together, they resolve to expose the Krawietzs' wrongdoings.
The school's corridors echo with tension as Sara and Nico clash, Sara convinced that Chloe may have puppeted Eric into Joel's demise. Eric's anxious gaze follows their altercation, fearing Nico's revelation. Yet, Nico plays the role of the duplicitous cousin, sowing seeds of doubt in Eric's mind. Meanwhile, Sara eavesdrops on Isa and Ivan's hushed conversation, piecing together the puzzle of Chloe and Eric's connection to Joel's fate, silently offering her own insights.
Chloe's quest for answers leads her to a startling discovery—her phone, concealed in the Alumni room, a last-ditch effort to blackmail Joel. However, the device lies lifeless, its secrets locked away until it's recharged.
Elsewhere, Hector's fury towards Emilia simmers, keeping her at a distance both physically and emotionally. As Cruz9 prepares to host an Alumni bash, they attend separately, their relationship frayed. In a calculated move, Ivan, Sara, and Isa concoct a plan to infiltrate Chloe's privacy during the festivities. Ivan, playing the part of the charming confidant, wins Chloe over with a fake display of camaraderie, even going so far as to pose for a selfie. Sara, cunningly, distracts Chloe with a ruse about Eric, seizing the opportunity to snatch her phone. With Chloe's device now in their possession, Ivan rushes to Isa's suite, the trio's hearts pounding with anticipation—will they uncover the damning video of Raul's murder or incriminating messages implicating Chloe and Eric in Joel's death?
Up on the upper floor, Omar subtly alerts Luis and Luena, who confront Hector and Emilia head-on. Hector, his voice laced with accusation, accuses Emilia of Joel's murder. Stung by the accusation and wracked with guilt, Emilia finally breaks down and confesses. The room falls into a haunting silence as a flashback unfolds, revealing Emilia's meticulous cleanup of the crime scene. Desperate to pin the blame on Ivan, she cunningly drugs him and sends a deceitful text from Joel's phone, only to be thwarted when Dalmar accompanies him, forcing her to incapacitate him as well.
As the police stand poised to apprehend her, Emilia cunningly shifts the blame, insisting she was merely an accomplice, her true target: Hector, fueled by jealousy towards Ivan and Joel. Both are promptly arrested, and Emilia delivers a chilling ultimatum, reminding Hector of his debt to her.
Meanwhile, Chloe's relief turns to panic when she discovers Eric unscathed but her phone missing, realizing Ivan's cunning deception. Together, they race back to the suite, only to be confronted by a formidable barrier: Ivan and Isa standing guard. Amidst the chaos, Sara uncovers the damning video from the fateful night of the orgy, shedding light on the true culprit behind Joel's murder, revealing a shocking truth that sends shockwaves through the group.
