In the fifth episode of Gangs of London's riveting second season, Elliot solemnly vows to his father, "Don't let this consume you," a phrase that echoes in his mind as he navigates the tumultuous aftermath of the major raid. Yet, Elliot betrays this pledge when he confesses to his dad, Charlie, that they are now fugitives, compelled to abandon their identities and flee. Charlie, seeking respite, urges them to board the plane and escape the turmoil, but Elliot, steadfast in his resolve, declines, choosing instead to plunge back into the fray after temporarily bidding farewell to his father at the airport. Miss Kane tries to dissuade him from his perilous course, but Elliot remains unyielding.
Sean, acutely aware that the battle is far from concluded, acknowledges that while they have sent a potent message, they are now at their most exposed. Lale swiftly underscores this vulnerability, as Asif tallies his losses and plots a more relentless counterattack. Assigning Koba the mission to hunt down Sean Wallace, Asif castigates his subordinate, blaming Koba for the recent defeat, claiming he lost focus. Adding insult to injury, Asif conveys a chilling ultimatum from the Investors: "Kill Sean Wallace, or they will kill you." Koba, with a sly grin, finishes his drink and strides away with a sense of foreboding.
Sean returns to Singer, who offers him well-wishes and commendations for their recent triumphs. Singer then reveals that Elliot is departing the country that very day, hinting at the conditions they wish to impose for the Wallaces to reclaim their throne – namely, someone at the helm pulling the strings. For Sean, blinded by his insatiable thirst for power, this is a small price to pay.
Luan emerges on the scene, his warning resonating loud and clear: stay away from Koba, a man without mercy. Marian, sensing impending doom, dials Shannon's number, her voice urgent as she relays the grim news. Ed, currently enduring a gruesome torture where his teeth are being extracted one by one, has been captured. It's imperative that Shannon and Danny flee immediately.
Saba arrives at Sean's doorstep with urgent news: Koba has summoned him to a meeting in thirty minutes. The encounter is to be a private affair in a public setting, unarmed, with hands visibly placed on the table. Any deviation from these terms, Saba warns, will plunge the city into an不可避免地 war. Sean acknowledges the potential trap but decides to brave it nonetheless, cognizant of Saba's personal grudge against Koba for the murder of Basem. Saba confesses her desire for vengeance but reluctantly complies, entering the address into the system as Koba prepares to confront Sean.
Elliot reappears, his resolve unshaken to rescue Ed. He slips into the basement stealthily, navigating the darkness until he discovers Ed, though not without creating a racket. In a dramatic turn, Elliot manages to extricate Ed and neutralize the guards, resorting to breaking Ed's hand with a baseball bat to free him from his shackles. In the hallway, Elliot dishes out justice in slow-motion, dispatching the remaining guards with fluid precision before speeding away with a battered but breathing Ed. They escape to Shannon's place, though not without a heavy heart—Elliot learns of his father's tragic death at the airport.
Sean and Koba's scheduled rendezvous takes place in an arcade, a location chosen by Sean to make Koba stand out like a beacon in the crowd. Their conversation weaves between clashing ideologies, yet beneath the surface, both men yearn for the same prize: power. Sean denies their similarities but acknowledges Koba's hidden agenda. He has deduced Koba's plot to ambush and eliminate him.
In a bold maneuver, Sean proposes a deal: he possesses the knowledge to bring down the Investors, while Koba commands the gangs. Together, they could seize control of the city and overthrow the Investors. It's a gamble, yet an enticing one. To Sean's relief, Koba agrees, and they seal the alliance with a handshake, heralding a new world order.
Elliot storms into Miss Kane's abode, his rage blinding him as he confronts her about Charlie's death. Her attempts to distance herself, claiming mere subordination within the system, fall on deaf ears. Consumed by fury, Elliot ends her life swiftly and decisively.
