Episode 6 of "The Regime" picks up seamlessly from the cliffhanger of its predecessor. Having successfully navigated their way through the clandestine subterranean tunnel, Herbert and Elena surface into a thickly wooded forest region, the air thick with uncertainty. Elena, still grappling with the harsh reality that her regime has crumbled like a deck of cards and the Westgate rebels have deposed her from her throne, clings to a fragile thread of hope, steadfast in her belief that her loyalists, or perhaps even the mighty hand of China, will eventually come to her rescue. However, Herbert mercilessly shatters her illusions, his voice as unyielding as the steel in his eyes, emphasizing that her reign is but a distant memory and that she must now brace herself for the harsh, unforgiving realities of his world.
Guided by Herbert, Elena finds herself in an abandoned edifice. There, Elena proposes reaching out to Nicky, who's currently in the safety of Switzerland. Herbert, burdened by doubts, confronts Elena, inquiring whether she had ever contemplated appointing him as Chancellor. Seeing Herbert's rage, Elena reassures him of her loyalty.
The narrative then shifts to the relentless pursuit of Elena and her companions by the Westgate rebels. In a desperate bid for refuge, Herbert and Elena seek assistance from Tomas, a disheveled drunkard who claims to be Elena's staunch supporter. Despite Herbert's misgivings, Elena places her trust in Tomas, believing he will shield them from harm. She openly declares her affection for him and her people.
Tomas leads them to his abode, where he cunningly locks them inside and alerts security to apprehend them. As he confesses his true feelings for Elena and her now-defunct regime, Elena falls into a state of panic and attempts suicide. Herbert, sensing her desperation, soothes her frayed nerves and urges her to remain silent before the approaching security.
Moments later, the security team arrives, led by Laskin. He drops a bombshell, revealing that the Westgate rebels have disbanded parliament. The National Freedom Front has seized control, overthrowing Elena's reign. Laskin tries to pit Elena against Herbert, hoping to elicit confessions through their divisions. However, their bond remains unbreakable. Elena's astute perception exposes Laskin's ploy, asserting that the Freedom Front cannot maintain power without her confession, which explains why she's still alive. Elena scorns Laskin and refuses to confess anything. When Laskin threatens her with mold, she capitulates immediately, agreeing to comply with his every demand, including a public confession on live television.
Laskin and his men emerge, escorting Elena and Herbert, just as a contingent of soldiers bursts onto the scene, unleashing a hail of bullets that fells Laskin and his companions. In the chaos, the soldiers seize Elena and whisk her away in their vehicle, leaving her utterly bewildered.
A brief journey later, Elena finds herself deposited at a hotel, where she witnesses Herbert being led in a different direction. As she enters her room, she discovers Emil Bartos awaiting her, clearly representing the Americans and advocating their cause. Emil unveils the ongoing civil strife and presents her with an ultimatum: ally with the Americans—the very "devil" she had sought to avoid. He lays out their terms: Elena's continued reign, but only if she restores the old order, including the contentious Cobalt deal. Moreover, he presses her to eliminate Herbert, a request she vehemently refuses.
Later, Elena reunites with Herbert, who has been anxiously awaiting her return. She confides in him about Emil's proposition, and his suspicion arises that she might have capitulated. Elena clarifies that she has yet to make a decision, suggesting instead that they temporarily comply with the Americans' demands. Once they regain control, they can defy the Americans once more and dedicate themselves to their country, fulfilling Herbert's lifelong aspiration. In a tender moment, Elena and Herbert declare their undying love and drift into a peaceful slumber.
However, Herbert's dreams are shattered the next morning by a fatal gunshot. The narrative jumps ahead to a future where Elena stands as Chancellor once more. It is Victory Day, and Elena prepares to address her nation, now displaying a more grounded demeanor. Nicky confronts her about the tumultuous year they've endured, prompting Elena to acknowledge her moment of weakness.
As she addresses her people, Elena speaks out against the Chinese and the traitors within her realm, her voice resonating with newfound resolve. Afterwards, she visits the mausoleum where her late father once rested, revealing that she has entombed Herbert beside him. With flowers in hand, she pays her respects to both, drawing a poignant close to this turbulent chapter.
