The episode unfolds at the secluded Harrigan manor nestled in the picturesque Cotswolds. Conrad Harrigan (Pierce Brosnan), his eyes reflecting on distant memories, recounts the fateful rainy night when Maeve Harrigan (Helen Mirren) brought Brendan Harrigan (Daniel Betts) into the world, their hands intertwined in a bond of unspoken promise. Meanwhile, on a desolate stretch of road, Harry Da Souza (Tom Hardy) stands sentinel, awaiting the arrival of a mysterious conveyance. The driver (Milton Lopes), rolling down his window, verifies Harry's identity, prompting a shadowy figure to open the rear door. Seraphina Harrigan (Mandeep Dhillon), her appearance a harrowing tableau of blood and despair, dashes into Harry's arms, seeking solace. He envelops her in a comforting embrace as the driver delivers a chilling message: inform Kate McAllister (Janet McTeer) that she is beholden to Jaime Lopez (Jordi Molla), before speeding into the night.
Later, Harry and Zosia (Jasmin Jobson) convey Seraphina to the grandeur of the Harrigan estate. From a lofty window, Maeve observes Conrad enfolding Seraphina in a tender hug. Seraphina unravels the tale of the illicit ruby deal gone awry and the ambush that ensued, castigating herself for the fiasco yet insisting it was a venture worth taking. Conrad, dissenting, reminds her of her executive authority, freeing her from the necessity of his constant approval. Kevin Harrigan (Paddy Considine) interjects, revealing that none of them foresaw Vron Stevenson's (Annie Cooper) fatal fate in her car. Conrad shifts the blame onto Richie Stevenson (Geoff Bell).
As Maeve enters the room, Seraphina's contrition is palpable. Maeve, her voice a soothing balm, assures Seraphina of her innocence and reaffirms her status as a true Harrigan. Seraphina, grateful, thanks her with tears in her eyes. Maeve's embrace is both a comfort and a pledge; she vows to seek justice for Brendan's untimely demise.
Harry confesses to entangling Kat in their affairs, surprising Kevin. Conrad requests a private audience with Harry, revealing his strategy to relocate Eddie Harrigan (Anson Boon), Bella Harrigan (Lara Pulver), and Kevin to a fortified hideout, while keeping Gina Da Souza (Teddie Allen) and Jan Da Souza (Joanne Froggatt) confined until the tempest subsides. He probes into Harry's relationship with Kat, to which Harry responds by elucidating his role as a problem anticipator and resolver, armed with an unparalleled skill set. Conrad acknowledges Harry's prowess but notes his evasion of the core inquiry. Harry clarifies that while Kate approached him with a job offer, he is acutely aware of the peril it poses, swearing his unwavering loyalty. Conrad issues a stark warning: Harry owes Kat a significant debt.
DS Ivan Fisk (Luke Mably) informs DC Mukasa (Gemma Knight Jones) that Colin Tattersall (Toby Jones), the former Deputy Chief Inspector of Scotland Yard, has been enlisted to demonstrate how to dismantle a criminal syndicate. Tattersall insists on starting from scratch. Meanwhile, at Cotswold, Conrad emphasizes that Harry's readiness to become entangled with Kat in order to save Seraphina reveals his true character. Harry firmly denies ever letting Conrad down and vows never to do so.
Inside the police station, Fisk places a photograph of Alice Barnes (Emily Barber) on the table. He informs Tattersall that Alice has formed a bond with Jan, the wife of the Harrigans' fixer, Harry. Tattersall, an enthusiastic carp fisherman, likens the task of capturing the most cunning criminals to a waiting game, questioning why they think Jan, if not a newcomer to the Harrigans' operations, would betray them. Mukasa, however, believes Jan's connection with Alice will compel her to offer them valuable information.
Conrad underscores the importance of uncovering more about Richie and Jaime's fentanyl. Harry assures him that he will take care of it. When Conrad inquiries about Kat's offer of employment to Harry, he reveals it was made two years ago. As Harry exits, he arranges a meeting with Freddie Shaw (Bradley Turner) and attempts to reach Donnie (Alex Fine). Kevin slides into the passenger seat, curiosity piqued, and asks about Harry's acquaintance with Kat. Harry responds cryptically, claiming to know everyone. Kevin warns that any entanglement with Kat could spell trouble for all of them. Harry counters that Conrad intends to meet with Jaime one-on-one. Kevin mocks Conrad's plan, reminding Harry that Jaime killed Brendan. Harry, however, argues that Jaime betrayed Richie, quoting, "The enemy of my enemy is my friend." Kevin declares Jaime his enemy, while Harry insists Conrad has the right intentions, albeit Kevin suspects he may be plotting further chaos. Harry reveals that Conrad wants Kat to broker the deal.
Jan approaches and requests a private conversation with Harry. Kevin excuses himself. She reveals to Harry the sexual encounter between Eddie and Gina. Harry hurries to Eddie's room and finds Gina there. After she departs, he confronts Eddie, inquiring about his motive. Eddie mocks Harry, calling him a lackey, and asserts his superiority as Eddie Harrigan. Harry calmly directs Eddie to sit down and then takes a seat beside him, grasping his leg. He expresses his love for his beautiful, intelligent daughter and promises to accept her choice if she chooses to be with Eddie, only asking for kindness between them. Eddie expresses gratitude. As Harry exits, he knocks on the door, vows to support Eddie when he reaches the pinnacle, and then pushes him away. Eddie looks stunned, left to ponder the unexpected turn of events.
Tattersall imparted to Fisk that, if they harbored ambitions to bring down the Harrigans, they must cultivate intimacy with the Stephensons. At Cotswold, Harry issued a dire warning to Gina, disclosing that Eddie was a psychotic murderer. In response, she casually invoked the Electra complex—a psychological theory depicting a daughter's attraction to men mirroring her father's traits—before abruptly walking away.
At the police station, Fisk rejected Tattersall's proposal to align with the Stephensons. Tattersall clarified that the strategy involved exchanging intelligence for immunity. When Fisk inquired if he would be personally handling Richie, Tattersall revealed his extensive history with the criminal, having imprisoned him in 1981 for ten years and again in 2003 for fifteen. With a mischievous grin, Tattersall joked about inviting Richie out for a round.
Back at Cotswold, Harry reassured Jan that he had spoken with Eddie and advised her not to dwell on the matter. Eddie, however, remained tight-lipped about their conversation when Gina pressed him. She bluntly asked if he was a killer and commanded him to kiss her. He confessed to feeling uneasy with her parents present, but they eventually shared a kiss. Meanwhile, Conrad confronted Jan about her absence the previous day. She confessed to meeting Alice and reluctantly agreed to call her at Conrad's insistence, reminding her of Brendan's murder. She dialed Alice's number and conveyed Conrad's wish for a conversation, eventually accepting his invitation to dinner before he abruptly terminated the call.
Bella approached Eddie's bedroom door, only to be met with moans that caused her to turn away in embarrassment. She informed Conrad of her plans to return to London, prompting him to inquire the reason. She claimed to have an appointment, which Kevin observed from a nearby room. Conrad noted Kevin's recent behavior as uncharacteristic, while Bella eavesdropped from the stairs. Suspecting Conrad might be asking her to spy, he sternly reminded her of her allegiance and ascended the stairs. Bella confided in Kevin about Eddie and Gina's intimate encounter, but he dismissed it as inconsequential. She apologized and kissed his cheek, leading him to inquire about her conversation with Conrad. Maeve, overhearing Bella mention skipping her gynecologist appointment on Harley Street, burst in and announced her decision to give Seraphina an extra half-pill to aid her sleep.
Bella whispered to Kevin about her trip to London and departed. Maeve then told Kevin that Seraphina claimed Conrad referred to her as his "number one," prompting Kevin to remind her that she was his only daughter and suggested it was a shared joke. Maeve insisted that Seraphina was angling for a position of power that rightfully belonged to him or his brother. Realizing she wasn't referring to Brendan, Kevin called her a bitch. Eddie grabbed some snacks and left, while Kevin retrieved a gun from his console and drove away, leaving a tense atmosphere behind.
Fisk passionately urges Alice to don a concealed microphone for Conrad's dinner, her apprehension evident as she suspects he might be onto their scheme. Tattersall echoes her concerns, adding weight to her suspicions. Elsewhere, the scene shifts to Harry, who issues a menacing ultimatum to Richie—threatening to expose intimate photographs of engagement of Freddie and Vron unless Richie complies. Freddie, feigning indifference and branding the threat absurd, brandishes a firearm at Harry. In response, Harry cautions him about the proximity of Kiko (Antonio Gonzalez Guerrero) and Zosia, and introduces the dangerous wildcard, Maeve, who now pulls the strings. He extends an invitation for Freddie to collaborate with him and Kevin in their impending takeover of the fentanyl market. Freddie, now on board, divulges the intricacies of Richie's bi-monthly shipments originating from Holland, revealing that each kilo fetches an exorbitant price of $15,000. He denies any dealings between Archie Hammond (Alex Jennings) and Richie but hints at connections with another Harrigan. Kiko, restless and eager to move, suggests they depart, but Zosia reminds him of Harry's instructions to stay put. Kiko's impatience grows as time drags on, only to be interrupted by a macabre sight—a body crashing onto a nearby vehicle. Harry promptly calls Zosia, announcing an unexpected twist in their plans.
Meanwhile, at the serene confines of a senior care home, Kevin Harrigan presents himself at the reception desk, stating his visit to see Mrs. Rusby. After signing in, he approaches Joanne Rusby (Maureen Bennett), presenting her with flowers under the guise of Terry from apartment 34. He expresses hope of bumping into her husband, Alan Rusby (Nigel Lindsay), but Joanne reveals that Alan has relocated to Plaistow. She's uncertain of his visiting schedule, except for his routine of bringing her lunch. As Kevin exits, he surreptitiously takes the logbook and, inside his vehicle, pores over its pages. His eyes light upon an entry for Rusby scheduled on Friday, igniting a spark of anticipation.
Fisk crosses paths with Richie Stevenson, as fate would have it. Meanwhile, Zosia deposits Harry at the venue, Harry harboring an earnest desire to meet someone crucial. Richie soon comes to understand that Fisk aims to dismantle the power of Conrad Harrigan. In another corner, Harry reconnects with Donnie. With a stern promise of absolute immunity in exchange for his collaboration against the Harrigans, Fisk assures Richie of his safety. Richie, inquisitive, asks about the hierarchy of their alliance, seeking clarity on who pulls the strings.
Elsewhere, Harry engages in a video call with Kat, the conversation punctuated by tension. Richie persists in his questioning, probing Fisk further about the alliances at play. Through the digital medium, Harry conveys Conrad's message of heartfelt gratitude to Kat, a message that subtly hints at another request for her assistance. She deciphers that Conrad seeks another favor, capitalizing on the rift Jaime has sown within the Stevenson family. Conrad envisions an opportunity to broker peace with Jaime, focusing on their shared project, The Fire. When Kat queries her own benefit, Harry reveals Conrad's proposal: a 50% stake, with the Harrigans handling the logistics.
Richie's discomfort with the notion of being beholden grows, and in a moment of defiance, he draws his weapon, discharging it towards Fisk and Mukasa. Ordering his men to tidy up the chaotic scene, Richie then confronts Tattersall, challenging the existing dynamics. "Who owns whom here?" he demands. Tattersall responds with a reassuring yet domineering tone, affirming Richie's traditional position of authority. Richie, satisfied, seals a deal with Colin Tattersall, acknowledging the unchanged pecking order.
Kat, having agreed to facilitate Conrad's meeting—a gesture she clarifies is as much for Harry as it is for Conrad—stresses that Harry now owes her two favors. Her words carry an unmistakable weight as she concludes their conversation, leaving no room for ambiguity. Richie, rejecting the idea of subservience, has just rewritten the rules of engagement, setting the stage for a new chapter filled with unspoken promises and underlying threats.
