The episode unfolds with Thony De La Rosa (Elodie Yung), her gaze intent, examining Florence Wolf (Charlotte Louise White). Dr. DuPont (Daniel Bonjour) steps in with reassurance, confirming Florence's well-being before engaging in conversation. Florence mentions a copay of merely $20, casually. As DuPont inspects Thony's wound, Nurse Dara (Charne Imam) enters, her curiosity piqued, inquiring whether it's from a gunshot. Thony brushes it off, dismissing her concerns and directing her to attend to Mr. Field instead.
Dr. DuPont then shares with Thony about his friend Sonya's organization, a beacon for women in dire straits. Though grateful, Thony insists she doesn't require rescuing, stating her predicament surpasses the danger faced by any of his other patients. Suddenly, a multi-trauma alert pierces through the intercom, prompting DuPont to spring into action, rushing to triage. Thony, eager to lend a hand, offers her assistance, which he accepts, albeit temporarily, until the patients are sorted. The emergency room soon fills with the influx of the injured.
Among them is Ernie (Sean Dillingham), a Heller Diversified employee, who reveals to Thony that authorities suspect a bomb was the culprit behind the kiln explosion. Meanwhile, at Heller Diversified, Samuel Heller (John Pyper-Ferguson) is on a call with Jorge Sanchez (Santiago Cabrera), expressing regret for the 600 diligent workers affected by the factory disaster. Offering help, Samuel's gesture is met with Jorge's愤怒-fueled rejection. Jorge declares that while there's nothing Samuel can do for Thony and his fallen men, he can return what he took from Jorge's home. Samuel denies any knowledge, suggesting Thony's injury was merely an accident and claiming to have inherited his family's fortune. Jorge issues an ultimatum, threatening further devastation if the items aren't returned within 24 hours, before terminating the call. Samuel's smirk hints at a sinister satisfaction.
Back at the hospital, Thony, her nerves on edge, splashes water on her face, triggering a vivid flashback. She sees Ramona Sanchez (Kate Del Castillo), daring her to endure the painful spectacle of witnessing another of Jorge's wives perish. Luca (Khalen Roman Sanchez) jolts her back to the present. Chris (Sean Lew) enters, donning a new jacket, prompting Fiona (Martha Millan) to inquire about its origin. Ignoring her, Chris reminds her of her request to take Jaz (Faith Bryan). Greta (Susan Louise O’Connor) arrives, bearing another bouquet from Jorge for Thony, along with a warm gesture of picking up Luca. Thony thanks her, and Violeta Sanchez (Olivia Frida Filomena) presents her with a handmade card and her mother's tablet, filled with cherished videos. She reveals her favorite is the footage of her mother, Vanessa. Greta urges Thony to recover swiftly, emphasizing how much they all, particularly Jorge, miss her.
Once secluded from the prying eyes of others, Fiona vents her frustrations about potential buyers who swagger in as though the house is already theirs. She muses that her acquisition of the property might hinge on the enduring success of her rideshare venture. Meanwhile, Thony peruses photographs of Jorge, Violeta, and Vanessa on the tablet's screen, offering to contribute financially but being firmly declined by Fiona, who insists on shouldering the burden alone. Fiona encourages Thony to disregard Ramona's remarks concerning Jorge's spouse. Thony, who suspects Ramona's involvement during Vanessa's demise, listens intently as Fiona recounts a confession from an intoxicated driver who claimed responsibility for Vanessa's death. Thony's attention is piqued by a picture of Vanessa alongside Bianca (Casty Ballesteros), prompting her to seek Bianca's insights.
Elsewhere, Ramona conveys the growing impatience of the mine investors. Jorge informs her of Samuel's legal maneuver—filing an injunction based on the claim that he does not hold the mineral rights to the land. His voice rising in frustration, Jorge insists that the necessary deed, which Samuel had purportedly stolen, outlined everything. However, the recorded deed, crucial for validation, has mysteriously vanished from the county clerk’s office. In a stern tone, Jorge instructs Ramona to maintain cartel operations while he and El Don (Danny Pardo) scout another Heller property for their next move.
Flashing back, Vanessa Sanchez (Sonya Balmores) leads Jorge to a secluded camping spot. As Jorge struggles with the tent, he gripes about the trek. Vanessa reassures him that from this vantage point, they can visualize their shared future. She reveals the purchase of land where bankrupt mining company surveys indicate abundant lithium deposits across the basin. Placing Jorge's hand on her stomach, she speaks of their future trio.
Elsewhere in the present, Chris and Ted Alonto (Chas Del Rosario) present their dance video to Jay (David Magidoff), a manager. Jay elucidates the legal intricacies of contract signing for undocumented immigrants aged 18 and above. Chris boldly claims the milestone birthday, while Ted eagerly appends his signature. As Chris scans the contract, he notices a clause stipulating Jay's 35% cut of their gross earnings. Jay explains this as standard practice for newcomers in the industry, leaving Chris with reluctance but ultimately signing.
Meanwhile, Bianca engages in a tennis match when she catches sight of Thony. Bianca feigns ignorance about any prior conversations. Thony, sharing her suspicion that Vanessa's death was a homicide, pleads for Bianca's assistance in uncovering the truth. Bianca reveals that Vanessa had been trailed by a Latina woman, whom she perceived as a stranger. A sudden popping noise startles Thony. Bianca had previously reported her suspicions to the police, but they dismissed her concerns as paranoia. According to the police report, the driver, Carl Herzik (Mark Ashworth), was heading home to Henderson from a bar. Oddly, the time of Vanessa's fatal collision indicated he was leaving Henderson, three hours later.
Fiona inquiries of Jaz whether Chris is indulging in the illicit trade of narcotics. In response, Jaz shows her a video of Chris's dance, prompting Fiona to wonder if he earns money from it. Jaz confirms this, leaving Fiona intrigued.
At the Desert Coliseum, Thony entrusts Jorge with Vanessa's tablet and inquiries about her Georgetown sweatshirt. Jorge recounts their love story—how they met at Harvard and decided to relocate to Georgetown when she received a job offer from the Environmental Law department. He chose Vanessa over his ties to the cartel, with Ramona's unwavering support. Flashing back to a jog with Vanessa, Jorge receives an urgent call for a meeting, while she continues her route. Tragically, the police later inform him of her involvement in a fatal accident. He arrives to find the coroner zipping up her body bag. In the present, Thony offers his condolences to Jorge, who reveals Ramona's swift return from a business trip to Ecuador. Ramona questions Thony's involvement in recent explosives incidents, and he counters by asking why she is there. She expresses concern for Vanessa's safety, prompting Jorge to suggest she stay at the compound, an offer Ramona considers.
Fiona and Thony delve into the circumstances surrounding Vanessa's demise. Ramona inserts herself into the conversation, insisting Thony be accompanied by a guard. Alejandra (played by Mariel Suarez) vows to keep a watchful eye on Thony at all times and proceeds to conduct a thorough perimeter search. Fiona and Thony suspect Alejandra might have been tailing Vanessa before her untimely death.
The following morning, Thony informs Fiona of his plan to visit Carl in prison. As Fiona serves him homemade champorado, she casually brings up Chris's dance video, accusing Jaz of spilling the beans. Fiona expresses her worries about Chris getting caught, but he brushes it off, explaining it's something he loves and has even hired a manager for. Fiona demands to see the contract, which he reluctantly hands over before heading to school. Thony, meanwhile, spikes Alejandra's champorado without her knowledge.
Back at the Desert Coliseum, Jorge and Ramona meet with Mrs. Jones (played by Colleen Elizabeth Miller), a bomb expert. Jorge offers her a drink, to which she orders a strawberry milkshake. El Don informs them that the Hellers have bolstered their security by hiring contract guards. He claims to have already passed Jones's bomb to an insider at the Hellers' facility. El Don unfolds the blueprints of the Hellers' geothermal plant, while Mrs. Jones meticulously explains the setup of the blasting cap, wiring, two kilograms of C4, and the receiver, all cleverly concealed within.
At the geothermal facility, Jorge's associate undergoes rigorous security screening, unbeknownst to the authorities, harboring concealed dangers: a blasting cap tucked away in his pen, wires entwined subtly within his belongings, C4 meticulously stored in his lunch box, and a receiver cleverly disguised among his other items. Over at the Desert Coliseum, Jorge inquiries about the feasibility of preemptively evacuating the premises. Ramona responds chillingly, indicating that the Hellers will bear the responsibility for any lives lost. Jones estimates that the bomb could claim the lives of approximately twelve individuals, subsequently giving his approval for the strike but insisting that he alone will issue the final order. The trio - Brian Norris, adorned in a cowboy hat, Jones, and El Don - then departs the scene.
Ramona turns to Jorge, her brow furrowed in curiosity, inquiring what has transpired since their last conversation. Jorge reassures her with a calm demeanor, insisting that he is fine. Elsewhere, Fiona voices her discontent over Jay's exorbitant 35% cut from Chris' gross earnings, while Alejandra lies unconscious on the floor.
Thony confronts Carl, reminding him of their debt stemming from Vanessa's demise. Carl starts to retreat, but Thony halts him, revealing that Jorge is her husband. She claims to think of Violeta and Jorge daily, hinting that Carl might have been framed for Vanessa's murder and vowing to uncover the truth. Thony reveals that the person who framed Carl took something precious from her, and she intends to ensure he never harms anyone again. Carl struggles to recall the details of the fateful night, recalling only waking up behind the wheel with an alcohol bottle beside him, blood smeared across the windshield, and Vanessa lying lifeless in the middle of the road. He insists on calling 911 and awaiting the authorities' arrival. Carl recalls working his shift and stopping by Hadley's for a drink on his way home. However, Thony points out that the accident occurred in the opposite direction, suggesting he wasn't heading home as he claimed. Carl then remembers conversing with an attractive woman at the bar and describes her to Thony. When she shows him a picture of Ramona, Carl confirms that she was the woman he spoke to.
Meanwhile, Chris and Fiona meet with Jay to discuss the contract. Fiona tries to negotiate a more favorable deal for Chris, while Jay acknowledges her efforts but remains firm. They delve into the contract's intricacies, each word carrying the weight of their future.
Thony strives to persuade Joel Herman (Robert Cicchini) that he is indeed confronting the psychopath she's been warning him about, and asserts Carl's innocence. Joel responds coldly, stating she has no concrete evidence, while he possesses proof of her hospital escape on the day Rex Blackley was murdered. Furthermore, he can verify her request to a colleague to conceal a gunshot wound from law enforcement. Pleading desperation, Thony urges him not to deny justice to Vanessa Sanchez. Rex counters, arguing that she cannot selectively invoke the law for her convenience. If justice is truly her aim, she should begin by enlightening him about what transpired to Rex. Thony stands firm, insisting that an innocent man languishes in prison for a crime he never committed.
El Don informs Jorge of an unforeseen complication. Disgruntled, Thony confronts Ernie, accusing him of reporting her gunshot wound. Ernie emphatically denies the accusation. As Thony exits, her gaze falls suspiciously upon Nurse Dara. She promptly calls Fiona, detailing Joel's refusal to investigate further. Thony vows not to take any risks until she has irrefutable proof.
El Don approaches Thony and ushers her to Jorge, who inquisitively asks about her interactions with the Assistant District Attorney. Thony reveals that a nurse had reported her gunshot wound. Jorge and El Don disclose that they've had Joel's phone tapped for weeks. Ramona greets Thony warmly, amidst the tension. In a dramatic twist, a man disguised as a policeman is shown planting a bomb. Jorge inquiries whether Thony informed Joel about the Heller facility, while being informed that the explosive device is now in place. Thony swears she never mentioned the bombs to Joel; only about Ramona. A startled employee discovers the bomb and cries out for everyone to evacuate.
Thony clarifies that she did inform Joel about Ramona's role in Jorge's wife's demise, which Ramona confessed after shooting Thony. Ramona claims she sent Alejandra to safeguard Thony. Jorge instructs El Don to contact Herzick and eliminate Vanessa. Revealing his true identity as Carl Herzick, Jorge vows to deal with Herzick upon his release from prison. Thony realizes Jorge received a pivotal call during his escape and insists it was all orchestrated. She claims to have spoken to the getaway driver, who remembers only Ramona and a man in a cowboy hat near the truck. The scenario is laced with intrigue and suspense, painting a vivid picture of deceit and conspiracy.
She firmly believes that Jorge is aware of her honesty as she recounts the truth. Ramona jogs Jorge's memory, reminding him that she was accompanying General Cortez in Ecuador at the time of her alleged demise. Suddenly, a man detonates a bomb, causing chaos. El Don interjects, insisting that it's impossible for her to have been in Ecuador when Vanessa was murdered, as he was with her in Juarez. Ramona, unperturbed, draws a gun from her concealment. A vivid flashback unfolds, revealing Ramona as Vanessa's killer. Jorge, shocked, urges El Don to eliminate her on the spot. Gunfire erupts, turning the scene into a battlefield, and Ramona flees for her life. However, her escape is halted outside by Joel and a SWAT team, who have her surrounded. Thony desperately begs Jorge not to pull the trigger on Ramona. Instead, Jorge finds himself in handcuffs as Ramona is apprehended for Vanessa Sanchez's murder.
Later, as Thony watches a news report about the explosion on television, Joel informs her that Carl should be released from prison by the week's end, thanks to the traffic camera footage her office examined, as she had suggested. Thony returns home to her children, engaging in heartfelt conversation with Violeta and Luca about their father. She reluctantly agrees to allow Violeta to stay with her until Jorge's return. Meanwhile, Samuel phones Jorge, affirming his commitment to his word. He proposes a ceasefire as the only olive branch he's willing to offer, leading to a mutually unsatisfactory resolution. Jorge, reluctantly, agrees to meet Samuel at Sunset Park on Sunday.
Fiona congratulates Thony on her victory. Jorge arrives shortly after, acknowledging Thony's bravery in showing him the truth and thanking her for it. He asks if Violeta can continue staying with her for a while, as he feels unable to provide for her until their adversary is defeated.
