As a seasoned observer of the world and its many intricacies, I find myself utterly captivated by the lives of these characters weaved into this thrilling tale. The latest episode has shown us once again that life is never as simple as it seems, with twists and turns at every corner.
As we move forward from where everyone gathered at Williams’s apartment in the last episode, it seems that things are only going to become more complicated before reaching a resolution. The Clarks, who are still hot on Kai-Ming’s trail and that mysterious pinhole camera, have instigated a violent gunfight. Sam and Helen found out in episode four that they were not delivering Cole to a life of wealth but to an uncertain danger from the Chinese government, who also seek answers regarding Ambassador Chen’s death and the camera footage. Caught in traffic, they are forced to make a hasty escape. Even Dani, at her workplace, has a terrible day, making poor choices in trying to woo Wallace and getting herself into trouble with Helen. Phew!
Amidst the chaos stands ordinary citizen Michael, struggling to comprehend Sam appearing with some of London’s most wanted, trying to maintain silence so as not to disturb 4-year-old Ruby in the early hours. Michael is undeniably the star of this episode. He shouldn’t have to be, and it’s horrific that he finds himself embroiled due to Sam’s botched mission from 2017. Yet, without Michael’s patience in listening to Sam, they all would likely be in danger.
In a turn of events that Cole had predicted, the Clarks’ assault on Williams’ residence mirrored their usual tactics: brute force and relentlessness, even during a routine burglary, double murder, and abduction. Kudos to Williams and Eleanor for holding their own until Sam intervened and rescued Williams. Fortunately, they had Eleanor’s mini rocket launcher as backup, and Kai-Ming’s instinct for survival caused her to take refuge in the bathtub. This episode showcases Sam’s heroism and loyalty, as he dashes upstairs to Williams’ residence (which was ablaze upon arrival), retrieves an injured Williams, and transports him in the taxi he had previously commandeered.
This episode is packed with strong demands and ultimatums. The newly appointed Chinese ambassador is adamant about receiving retribution for Chen’s death, either through military agreements or bloodshed. The CIA station chief, Porter, mistakenly believes that Cole Atwood was taken from the Embassy by Chinese agents and presses for his return. The prime minister speaks to someone yet unidentified, requesting the recording device. The Clarks pressure Helen and Sam into handing over the recording device, fearing they might harm Eleanor and Kai-Ming in ways that will leave a lasting trauma. This fellow sure enjoys using grandiose expressions! Reed orders Sam to eliminate Alex Clark and retrieve Cole for her. I’d like to mention here that despite the resources of three powerful global powers with advanced and well-funded intelligence agencies, they are struggling to find this device, instead relying on a small group of independent operators who are largely untrained in espionage. To me, it seems more about management skills than anything else!
Luckily for Helen, Sam, and Cole, they manage to piece together a rough strategy. Cole sets out to inform Trent that they know Kai-Ming’s location. Upon Trent’s arrival, they can lure out his mother as well. Meanwhile, Helen and Sam focus on revisiting Maggie and Phillip’s trail since they have the footage and might have hidden it or the device in a secure spot. However, Helen is called home by her nanny, Marie, due to unnoticed time passing. Wallace remains at No. 10, and Marie stays beyond her usual hours. Balancing work and personal life proves challenging for Helen, and she and Wallace aren’t doing great when it comes to managing unexpected work emergencies.
As we move forward, one of the most intriguing sequences in the narrative unfolds, as it’s somewhat enigmatic. Wallace flatly denied Dani, yet she’s managed to leave an impression on him too. In a thoughtful moment, he almost quotes her concerns to Helen, pondering aloud that he may let her down and that no one can truly comprehend another person’s deepest emotions completely. The situation changes for him once more when Agent Perryman pops by briefly to confirm Helen’s attendance at the U.S. Embassy later that evening. Perryman seems unquestionably certain that she was simply meeting Vanessa for coffee, but a mixture of bewilderment, suspicion, and perhaps a hint of admiration flashes across his face. It’s the expression of a man who holds a significant position, one where his wife manages the details that keep their lives running smoothly, so he hasn’t given them much thought until now. Now, he recognizes just how much he’s missed because he hadn’t been looking for it.
Instead of directly questioning Helen’s actions or delving into specific details, he chooses to express his feelings in a roundabout manner by making an unexpectedly heartfelt declaration of love. He has loved her since the day they first met; he’s deeply appreciative that she wants anything to do with him, considering himself quite ordinary. However, as a simple man who cherishes her and their shared life, his primary focus is safeguarding it, standing up for them both because, as previously mentioned, he deeply loves her.
It wasn’t until now that it seems like Helen truly grasped the depth of Wallace’s affection – it’s as if she’s the one he’s fallen for, despite being a composite of various elements she’s developed over time. However, considering the CIA station chief’s mention of leaks in their meeting with the prime minister, it’s possible that Wallace would be deeply hurt to learn that Helen might be a spy.
Wallace’s feelings of betrayal might mirror Michael’s reaction when Sam unexpectedly appeared in the last episode. It’s possible that, similar to Michael, he can unearth joyful, untainted-by-dishonesty and violence memories that sustain hope for a rekindling of their bond. Similarly, it’s plausible that Wallace, like Michael, will feel more fear towards his partner than those who have come to harm him. Sam was told by Helen that Jason remained unaffected, so perhaps the realization that Helen takes state secrets and commits murders won’t bother Wallace as much as Helen anticipates.
In a surprising act of kindness from beyond the grave, it’s revealed that Jason, whom Reed presumptuously suggests might not be worthy of vengeance, is connected to the bracelet given to Helen. This bracelet originates from a shop where Maggie Jones once worked, and it conceals a hidden recording device in its office safe. If Dani hadn’t appeared with an overconfident demeanor, Helen could have gone about her day undisturbed, potentially averting a conflict. Instead, the narrative unfolds with a knife-fight scene reminiscent of Kill Bill, culminating in Helen deciding mercy over vengeance. Instead of strangling Dani with pearls or inflicting fatal wounds, she spares her defeated adversary, saying, “I’m not going to kill you because I’m still Helen Webb, and Helen Webb doesn’t murder girls in jewelry stores on Christmas Eve.” This noble decision gives hope for a peaceful resolution in both the immediate and long-term future.
Helen’s review of the long-sought footage reveals quite a twist. After all the shootings and explosions we’ve seen, it turns out that Ambassador Chen’s death was just an accident and that the perpetrator isn’t a professional assassin or a covert operative, but “trust-fund-baby moron” Trent Clark. Panicked, Trent calls his mother for help, police commissioner Yarrick shows up, and that’s it. Everyone’s been assuming this weeklong bloodbath was being masterminded by one of those sophisticated intelligence apparatuses we were talking about earlier, but it’s all been the ripple effect of a failson doing what he does best (or worst, depending on your interpretation of events).
Closing Doors, Opening Windows
In a more casual and understandable way, we could rephrase this as follows:
Indeed, it’s no surprise that Reed is a fan of creating pomander balls during Christmastime; her affinity for decorating oranges with cloves was something I should have anticipated!
Actor Adam Best portrays Officer Perryman; you might recognize him from his recent roles as Joe Lynskey on the show “Say Nothing.
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