The sixth episode of Gangs of London's second season kicks off with a harrowing glimpse into a mansion drenched in blood. Ropes sprawl haphazardly across the floor, accompanied by a tarp, while a grisly mural of blood on the wall blurs into obscurity beside a dog, which ambles toward an elevator, anticipating its arrival with patience. This grim prologue sets the stage for an equally macabre sequence, as Elliot, having dispatched Miss Kane in cold blood, strides purposefully across the fields, presumably making his way back to his vehicle.
Elsewhere, Sean Wallace and Koba arrive to confront Asif in his opulent limousine. Koba unveils their audacious plan to seize control of London for themselves. Asif has the option to join them, bringing his illicit merchandise into the city and distributing it as he pleases. However, in return, they seek access to his extensive network and infrastructure. Should he accede to their demands, all three stand to amass immense wealth. They grant Asif until nightfall to ponder their proposition, but in private, Koba hints at a "carrot" to entice him further—Lale. With subtle maneuvering, Koba orchestrates her abduction during a family gathering and her subsequent delivery to Asif's mansion, leaving Sean stunned and horrified upon discovering the truth.
Marian arrives at Ed's doorstep, pleading for his assistance. She recognizes that Sean has struck a pact with dark forces and urges him to join their ranks, aiming to reclaim what they built together. Ed initially refuses categorically, but Marian tempts him with the idea of staging a coup and seizing power at the helm themselves, rather than submitting to Sean Wallace or Asif. The allure of such unparalleled authority proves irresistible for Ed.
As Shannon exits the room, she encounters Elliot, who delivers an exceptional portrayal of sheer disbelief, panic, and despair following the tragic demise of his father, a loss he bitterly blames upon himself. Elliot confesses that he possessed crucial information about the Investors, which ultimately led to his father's untimely death. Upon discovering Sean's entanglement with Koba, his anger ignites, fueling a relentless determination for vengeance.
Meanwhile, Sean grapples with an internal struggle, torn between allowing Lale to suffer at Asif's mercy or intervening. Amidst his indecision, the scene shifts to Lale, a woman of remarkable ingenuity. She seizes an empty whiskey glass and, with a display of raw strength, shatters it between her hands. Utilizing the shards, she frees herself from her bonds, cleverly employing the broken glass fragments to lure Asif into a false sense of security. Her plan proves remarkably effective; Asif, letting down his guard, finds himself at her mercy as she plunges a shard into his ear. Despite his wounded state, Asif attempts to retreat, only to be overpowered and subdued by Lale.
The ping of the elevator alerts Lale to impending danger, prompting her to dash down the stairs in search of an escape route. Single-handedly, she repels a slew of adversaries, culminating in an intense confrontation with Asif himself. The scene, brutally realistic, underscores the Herculean effort required to subdue an opponent, albeit a previous scene in the bathroom featuring a stomp seemed somewhat haphazardly executed.
Despite these minor flaws, Lale manages to secure her freedom. Battling through the relentless downpour, she stumbles towards safety. A car approaches, but fortunately for her, it belongs not to Asif but to Sean Wallace. He hastily ushers her into the vehicle's rear, only to drive her straight back into Asif's clutches. This stunning twist undermines all her arduous efforts, leaving viewers reeling and questioning the fate of this resilient character.
