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The following contains major spoilers from NCIS: Sydney Season 2, Episode 6, "Hell Weak," which debuted Sunday, March 16 on CBS.

NCIS: Sydney Season 2, Episode 6 is an incredibly formulaic installment of the CBS spinoff. Viewers will be able to figure out the characters, the case of the week and even the emotional story beats well ahead of time. But fans of Evie Cooper and DeShawn Jackson, or anyone hoping that Evie and DeShawn become a couple, will at least find some value in the back and forth between the two agents.

"Hell Weak" opens with the death of Navy Seal candidate Victor Austin, then jumps ahead four years later, when the now-former Seals who trained him are at a wellness retreat. A sudden death among them opens up the past again, and what follows is an example of why some people think TV crime shows are all the same. It never deviates from expectations,...

It’s a season of revelations for the international edition of the hit franchise. In the premiere, NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey (Olivia Swann), the team leader, shared with her Australian Federal Police counterpart, Sgt. Jim “Jd” Dempsey (Todd Lasance), that she has a teenage son. Now, NCIS’s DeShawn Jackson (Sean Sagar) opens up about his past in the March 14 episode of NCIS: Sydney. In “Hell Weak,” the suspected suicide of a former U.S. Navy Seal leads NCIS: Sydney to a wellness retreat to investigate a group of his fellow former Seal buddies. Below, executive producer Morgan O’Neill previews the episode, talks the Rankin (Lewis Fitz-Gerald) of the seasons-long mystery, and more. What can you preview about this case and what challenges the team? Morgan O’Neill: It’s a fascinating episode, particularly for DeShawn, because in going to this wellness retreat, ostensibly to investigate a former U.

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The following contains major spoilers for NCIS: Sydney Season 2, Episode 2, "Fire in the Hole," which debuted Friday, Feb. 14 on CBS.

NCIS: Sydney Season 2, Episode 2, "Fire in the Hole" has every reason to be terrible. Any time a TV crime drama throws its characters into an undercover situation, the premise has the potential to become gimmicky (see: The Rookie Season 4 sending Chen and Bradford undercover as two characters who just happened to be very similar to them). When the joint NCIS-Afp task force crosses paths with faux pirates, this seems like an episode that isn't going to take itself seriously.

"Fire in the Hole" starts with the murder of Bradley Shiels, an American sailor who is using his break from the Navy to captain a tall ship that's...

CBS is scheduled to release the next, new episode 2 of NCIS: Sydney's current season 2 tonight, February 14, 2025, and it will feature some undercover action on an old sailing ship and more. We were able to rack down a couple new spoiler scoops for this new episode 2 via CBS' official episode 2 press release synopsis. So, we're going to reveal those right now. The first piece of information we got for this new episode 3 is the official title. The writers decided to name this one, "Fire In The Hole." This new episode 3 is going to feature DeShawn, Evie, Mackey and more in action. The first teaser scoop reveals the details about the old sailing ship situation. It turns out that a young girl is going to find the dead body of a former USA Navy officer floating in the harbor.

On Friday February 14 2025, CBS broadcasts an episode of the series NCIS: Sydney!

Fire in the Hole Season 2 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “NCIS: Sydney,” titled “Fire in the Hole,” promises to be an exciting and suspenseful ride. In this episode, a young girl makes a shocking discovery when she finds the body of a former U.S. Navy officer floating in the harbor. This unsettling find sets off a chain of events that leads the NCIS team into a world filled with mystery and intrigue.

As the team begins their investigation, they uncover clues that point to an unusual location. Their search takes them to an 18th-century sailing ship, which is currently hosting a pirate-themed wedding. The vibrant atmosphere of the wedding contrasts sharply with the seriousness of the investigation, creating a unique backdrop for the episode.

To gather more information, agents DeShawn and Evie will go undercover at the wedding.

The idea seemed “simple” enough. An episode of NCIS: Sydney in which DeShawn and Evie (played by Sean Sagar and Tuuli Narkle) go undercover at a pirate-themed wedding aboard the James Craig — a 19th-century sailing ship-turned-tour boat — to draw out a killer.

But showrunner and Sydney native Morgan O’Neill wanted to kick things up a notch.

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Avast ye matey, CBS’s NCIS: Sydney season two episode two finds the team dealing with a pirate-themed wedding. Directed by Jennifer Leacey from a script by Andrew Anastasios, episode two – “Fire in the Hole” – will air on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 8pm Et/Pt.

Season two stars Olivia Swann as NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey, Todd Lasance as Afp Sergeant Jim “Jd” Dempsey, Sean Sagar as NCIS Special Agent DeShawn Jackson, and Tuuli Narkle as Afp Constable Evie Cooper. Mavournee Hazel plays Afp Forensic Scientist Bluebird “Blue” Gleeson and William McInnes is Afp Forensic Pathologist Dr. Roy Penrose.

“Fire in the Hole” Plot: When a young girl finds the body of a former U.S. Navy officer floating in the harbor, the team is led to an 18th-century sailing ship hosting a pirate-themed wedding, where DeShawn and Evie go undercover to investigate. Meanwhile, Mackey and Jd are pulled in to prevent...

It’s another Friday night. Here’s everything coming to the broadcast networks tonight, Friday, Feb. 7.

CBS will bring a night of new dramas, and the Friday night lineup is now has it will be for the rest of the season. Other networks are also packed with great TV to watch, whether you want scripted or reality.

NCIS: Sydney, Happy’s Place, and more

Last Friday saw the return of two CBS Friday dramas. Now it’s time for the third one to air as well. After an initial special for the Grammy’s, CBS will bring the NCIS: Sydney season 2 premiere. This episode will see DeShawn take over as boss, but it’s going to be a chaotic day. Meanwhile, there’s a rogue assassin on the run, and the NCIS agents will need to track them down. Having an assassin on the run is normal for this team, right?...

NCIS: Sydney fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 2 Episode 2 episode titled Fire in the Hole!

Find out everything you need to know about the Fire in the Hole episode of NCIS: Sydney, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

NCIS: Sydney Fire in the Hole Season 2 Episode 2 Preview

The upcoming episode of “NCIS: Sydney,” titled “Fire in the Hole,” promises to be a thrilling ride for fans. Set to air on CBS at 8:00 Pm on February 14, 2025, this episode takes a dark turn when a young girl stumbles upon the body of a former U.S. Navy officer floating in the harbor. The shocking discovery sets off a chain of events that leads the NCIS team on an intriguing investigation.

As the team delves deeper into the case, they find themselves drawn to an 18th-century sailing ship...

The excitement builds for the next episode of “NCIS: Sydney” as Season 2 continues with Episode 2, titled “Fire in the Hole.” This gripping episode is set to air on Friday, February 14, 2025, at 8:00 Pm on CBS. Fans can expect a thrilling mix of mystery and adventure, as the NCIS team dives into another intriguing case.

The episode kicks off when a young girl makes a shocking discovery in the harbor—a body of a former U.S. Navy officer. This unsettling find sets the team on a path filled with twists and turns. Their investigation leads them to a unique location: an 18th-century sailing ship that is hosting a lively pirate-themed wedding. The vibrant atmosphere contrasts sharply with the dark mystery at hand.

To get to the bottom of this case, DeShawn and Evie go undercover at the wedding. Their mission is to blend in and gather information without raising any suspicions.

It’s a g’week to be an NCIS: Sydney fan, with Season 2 of the spinoff from Down Under kicking off this Friday at 8/7c, on CBS.

NCIS: Sydney follows an eclectic team of U.S. NCIS Agents and Australian Federal Police (Afp) officers who have been grafted into a multi-national task force, to keep naval crimes in check in the most contested patch of ocean on the planet.

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Hulu continues to cancel fan-favorite shows before they can become mainstream successes, and their latest cancellation is no different. How to Die Alone, created by and starring Sonic the Hedgehog scene-stealer Natasha Rothwell, has been canceled by the streaming service after just one season on the platform. Although critics adored the comedy, with reviews earning it a 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems Hulu did not find enough reason to greenlight another set of episodes for How to Die Alone.

On Tuesday, Hulu officially declined to renew How to Die Alone (via Deadline) for another season. It's unclear why the streamer decided to not move forward with more episodes, but it would not be the first time Hulu prematurely ended a show's lifespan. Rothwell, series creator and star, released a statement about the surprising news, expressing her shock and disappointment. Her words:

“I am shocked, heartbroken, and frankly, baffled that...

On Monday February 3 2025, MyNetworkTV broadcasts Divorce Court!

Alicia Jones vs. Deshawn Jones Season 26 Episode 96 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Divorce Court,” titled “Alicia Jones vs. Deshawn Jones,” promises to be an engaging hour of courtroom drama. Judge Star Jones will take the bench to guide the proceedings, using her wisdom and experience to address the complex issues between the couple. This episode is set to air on MyNetworkTV, and it is sure to capture the attention of those interested in the intricacies of relationships.

Alicia and Deshawn Jones will present their case, revealing the highs and lows that have led them to seek a resolution in court. The couple’s struggles will highlight the emotional challenges that many face in their relationships. Judge Star Jones is known for her fair and insightful approach, and her ability to connect with the parties involved will be on full display as she navigates their disputes.

NCIS: Sydney ends its first season with a huge cliffhanger, which might be made worse in season 2. The Australian show is the first NCIS spinoff to take place outside of America, and it offers a twist on NCIS' usual format by featuring special agents Mackey and DeShawn as they team up with the Australian Federal Police. The NCIS: Sydney characters often bicker over jurisdiction and team dynamics, but by the end of season 1, they're growing closer than ever. Even the opposing team leaders, Mackey and Jd, are becoming friends.

After a fast-paced exposition, the growing unity among the characters is shattered in the shocking NCIS: Sydney season 1 finale, when it's revealed that the task force's boss, Rankin, has a surprising connection to the kidnapping of Jd's son, Jack. Just before the confirmation of Rankin's involvement, NCIS: Sydney also reveals a season villain in Ana Niemus. However, Rankin's involvement with Ana and her colleague,...

Jeezy is making his theatrical debut for his first leading role in the upcoming film “Trap City,” hitting theaters nationwide Dec. 13.

Written, directed and produced by Tel K. Ganesan, “Trap City” stars Brandon T. Jackson as Deshawn, an aspiring musician who contends with the difficulties of the music industry while trying to escape a life of violence. Jeezy plays the role of Reverend Lylee, and additional cast members include Clifton Powell, Erica Pinkett, Omar Gooding, Yogi Babu, Gv Prakash Kumar, Nepoleon Duraisamy and Tarina Patel.

In addition to starring in the film, Jeezy will serve as executive producer on its original soundtrack, releasing on the same day as the movie. The rapper contributes the song “Heavy,” produced by Cartier Fly, while Lil Reese has two tracks including “Just Vibin” and “Clocks.” Jackson also appears on the soundtrack.

“‘Trap City’ sheds light on the realities of fame, power, and the sacrifices we make to overcome adversity,...

As the podcasting world gears up for International Podcast Day, Black Podcasting Awards (BPAwards) hosted a Sunday ceremony of big surprises and even bigger victories. This year’s celebration saw a thrilling 32 awards handed out to 19 standout podcasts and 3 leading podcasters. Public Radio Exchange (Prx) emerged as the day’s biggest winner with eight awards: two for Moral Repair: A Black Exploration of Tech, three for its poignant Second Sunday, and three for the engaging What’s Ray Saying?.

While Shannon Sharpe fell short with his widely-discussed Club Shay Shay, he didn’t leave empty-handed. With his co-host Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, the duo clinched Best Sports Podcast award for their show Nightcap. In a surprising turn, Oprah was notably absent from the winners’ list, missing out on Best Culture Podcast, Best Limited Series Podcast, and Best Solo Host.

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"How to Die Alone" sounds like a fear-mongering headline in a women's magazine listing the do's and don'ts of dating or fashion, a way to scare women into behaving or looking a certain way to not end up like a "childless cat lady" or some other misogynistic descriptor lobbied by insecure weirdos. The fear of dying alone is not exclusive to women, but American society certainly treats single women as moral failures. It's why magazines used to produce lists of "eligible bachelors" while women age into "spinsters." In Natasha Rothwell's brilliant new comedy, "How To Die Alone" isn't just the title of the show, but a jarring wake-up call for Mel who has a near-death experience while alone on her 35th birthday (the same day she's invited to her ex-boyfriend and current manager's wedding) that puts her in the hospital and face-to-face with the woman in the bed next...

NCIS: Sydney season 2 hints at a possible romance tradition returning, adding to the dynamic of the show. Evie and DeShawn's developing relationship could potentially lead to obstacles and tension in future episodes, the same way Tony and Ziva's, as well as Nick and Ellie's respective stories did. Slow-burn romances have been a successful element in the NCIS franchise, adding depth and excitement to the series.

The first season of NCIS: Sydney was filled with classic procedural episodes, but it also left hints that a popular NCIS romance tradition might return in season 2. While NCIS does not focus on romance, the interpersonal relationships in the show are a major part of what makes the series so good. The show and its spin-offs have also featured several romantic relationships among its team members and, from the looks of it, NCIS: Sydney season 2 will continue this trend.

The eight-episode NCIS: Sydney...

Evie and DeShawn's unique backgrounds make their developing romance in NCIS: Sydney season 2 compelling to watch. Key moments in NCIS: Sydney season 1 set the stage for Evie and DeShawn's relationship to grow in season 2. Fans can expect Tuuli Narkle and Sean Sagar to reprise their roles in NCIS: Sydney season 2, adding depth to the evolving storyline.

There will be a lot going on in the NCIS universe this fall, but there is one romance I need to see continue. NCIS, NCIS: Origins, and NCIS: Sydney all have a spot on the 2024 television schedule. Each series set up complex storylines with compelling romances in the coming seasons. According to TV Guide, NCIS will return with NCIS season 22 in the fall, and NCIS: Sydney will return mid-season to replace Blue Bloods. The new NCIS: Origins prequel series will also premiere in the fall, introducing many complex narratives surrounding the franchise's central character,...

NCIS: Sydney's Afp/NCIS Task Force echoes original NCIS team dynamics, offering fresh energy and evolving relationships for viewers. Special Agents Mackey and Jd bring leadership and camaraderie, reminiscent of Gibbs and his original team in NCIS. Evie and DeShawn's playful chemistry reflects the witty banter of Kate and Tony, adding a familiar dynamic to NCIS: Sydney.

One NCIS series emulates Gibbs' original team, and it's a must-watch for those who miss the beginnings of the original NCIS from the early 2000s. The flagship NCIS series launched the franchise in 2003. It was a spinoff of the 1990s legal procedural Jag, which introduced NCIS in a double-feature episode that served as the series' backdoor pilot. The original NCIS Major Case Response Team for the Washington D.C. Office debuted on Jag, and with it, characters such as Gibbs, Ducky, Tony, and Abby entered the shared NCIS universe.

When NCIS...

The NCIS franchise started over three decades ago, finding great success as the original and with several spinoffs.

When the writer's strikes happened in 2023, fans were left without an NCIS fix for the first time in over twenty years.

Meanwhile, a new spinoff, NCIS: Sydney, was happening in another part of the world for the first out-of-country NCIS spinoff in history.

The upcoming NCIS spinoff featuring Tony Dinozzo and Ziva David may also take place out of the US.

Originally, there were no plans for NCIS: Syndey to air on US television. But when the strikes shut down television production, CBS picked it up for the fall lineup.

Fans rejoiced at the news of an order for a second season of NCIS: Sydney, while we mourned the cancellation announcement for sister show NCIS: Hawai'i.

Related: NCIS: Sydney Season 2: Everything We Know So Far!

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Someone on the writing team for the seventh episode of NCIS Sydney must have said something pertaining to the idea of breathlessness, which is why the episode not only has ‘breathlessness’ in the plot quite literally but also has no real resting points to give us a ‘breather’. One of the best episodes of the season so far, it reunited the NCIS Team with one offender that they had not been able to catch previously. The episode begins by showing us a dead body, which is a normal thing for the show to do, but later it does something very unusual, showing us the officers in their party’s best avatars. The girls, Mackey, Evie, and Blue, get to attend an interesting event while DeShawn and Jim go solve the case. But everything is interconnected. It turns out that the boys will have to save the girls, and the girls...

The sixth episode of NCIS Sydney went in a slightly novel direction, where, for the first time, one of the team’s members was under suspicion of being a criminal. Constable Evie Cooper, who had done a stellar job until now, was the focus of this episode, as she was assumed to be working for a drug cartel. She hadn’t taken a day off since Jim had inducted her into the unit, but when the new case arrived, she went Awol, arousing suspicion. Mackey and others tried solving the new murder mystery, but it was all linked to Evie’s past. The new episode seemed too much like an undercover cop movie from the seventies, but there were humorous moments, especially when Blue walked in, explaining how she had made a breakthrough.

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What Was The Real Identity Of The Deceased?

It all started when a man clicked...

In the fifth episode of the series NCIS Sydney, we get a scenario where the NCIS get ‘indirectly’ involved in a case. They were stationed in Australia to help protect the assets of the US Navy, but in the latest episode, they find themselves trying to save Dr. Roy Penrose, who gets trapped in a hostage situation. No, it wasn’t a terrorist attack; the hostage-taker was a 15-year-old Louie, who controlled the show for a while with an Ied vest wrapped around her torso. Jim comes to the forefront to save Casey, as he believed from the get-go that a 15-year-old couldn’t be the mastermind of the hostage situation, and indeed he was correct. Here is a detailed recap of NCIS Sydney episode 5.

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Who Made The Bomb?

Dr. Roy Penrose was chilling in the Ground & Hound Cafe with his dog, not expecting any more NCIS duties that day.

The fourth episode of NCIS Sydney brought us an interesting case, and the writing is better this time around, not depending on snakes and sharks to twist the investigations. With a classical approach, the episode begins like an 18th-century murder mystery, but soon, the modern NCIS team arrives, and we are thrown amid the case. The episode becomes a story about love and loss, fathers and sons, duty and desertion, and so much more. The series does gain some pathos through NCIS Sydney Episode 4, as Mackey’s more human side comes out, reminiscing about her days in the military. The rest of the team works on the case in the usual manner, chipping in with their knowledge to untangle the mystery.

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How was Frank connected to Eddie’s murder?

Eddie, a US Navy officer, fell from a tall building to his death, while Theo, a local guide, was...

The following contains spoilers from the Dec. 5 episode of CBS’ NCIS: Sydney.

NCIS: Sydney wrapped the first half of its freshman season by shedding light on Special Agent Michelle Mackey’s tragic past — yet in doing so left us with at least two burning questions.

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In the course of investigating this week’s case,...

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NCIS: Sydney is beginning to come together as far as the team is concerned.

This new unity came in helpful on a complex case involving former Navy SEALs on NCIS: Sydney Season 1 Episode 3.

So far, the series has featured three pairs: the bosses, the lieutenants, and the specialists.

Mackey and J.D. have developed mutual respect. He is willing to be her second-in-command and has found a way to get inside her significant defenses.

J.D. has also been her guide to all things Australian, especially her new staff. He's also attempting to sand off her rough edges, a full-time job.

Evie and DeShawn have a very different dynamic. She's the worldly older sister, while he's the starry-eyed younger brother.

One scene in this episode sums up their relationship. He suggested that they go undercover as an engaged couple. She scoffed, saying she was too much hotter than him for that to be believable.

Episode 3 of NCIS: Sydney on CBS… well, I found it a bit hard to follow. (Maybe I needed help from an Audio Description Narrator Lady?) But with a second viewing, I managed to put all the pieces together.

The series’ third episode also locked in who all will comprise this “NCIS: Sydney” team moving forward, not that there was any great drama surrounding that.

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Another sunny day and another case bewilder the NCIS team in episode 3 of the series NCIS Sydney. In the previous episode, there was a snake responsible for the death of an American in Australia, and in this episode, there is a shark angle to the homicide. Jim, Mackey, and the others regroup and try to solve the complicated case, ultimately discovering the presence of some high-profile people. We are kept entertained by Bluebird’s quirky behavior while she helps crack the case. The use of technology is one aspect of the investigations that the episodes frequently bring forward. Previously, it was the gait-recognition equipment that had helped NCIS solve the case, and this time, there is a dive computer and the Gps tracker on a shark that simplify the case. To keep things light-hearted, Bluebird is given a surprise. While it was supposed to be her last week, as MacNamara,...

The second episode of NCIS Sydney brings another task for Agent Mackey, where she has to take on a complicated homicide case on Australian soil. Jim Dempsey had been asked to work under Mackey and solve any cases involving a US connection. The Afp team was gelling nicely with NCIS, but the usual banter kept things charged, and the fact that NCIS couldn’t have their firearms on Australian soil made them the butt of the joke throughout the episode. The latest case was perhaps made more complex by the ‘snake’ situation, which Australia has no dearth of.

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How Was The Body Discovered?

Jim had already started to wear the NCIS cap in order to soothe Mackey, who behaved in a stern manner all the time. Jim was smart enough to make the situation a little less explosive, but his partner Evie called him out on his ‘yielding’ behavior.

Obviously, the NCIS: Sydney unit got thrown together without much forethought by its political creators.

But that didn't stop the team from solving a bizarre murder on NCIS: Sydney Season 1 Episode 2.

Along the way, the "fish out of water" storyline got used for all it was worth, and then some as Mackey and DeShawn struggled to adjust to their unexpected new life in Australia.

This episode must have occurred relatively soon after the temporary squad became more permanent on NCIS: Sydney Season 1 Episode 1.

Otherwise, why would everyone be bringing in coffee in large quantities? Shouldn't someone visit the housey stuff store for a coffee maker?

It's clear that no daily office routine has yet been implemented. And what's with the big bags of boba that Blue naturally supplied?

At least everyone was trying, to various degrees, to make this new arrangement work as envisioned. It's just that sufficient planning hadn't gone into it.

TV’s long-running NCIS franchise this week invited fans to the Land Down Under, with its first international offshoot in 20 years. Will you book a return trip?

Setting the stage for NCIS: Sydney, a U.S. Seaman on a U.S. nuclear sub parked in Sydney Harbour collapses and tumbles into the water, dead — and during an Aukus ceremony, no less. (Cue opening credits set to zippy remix of Og NCIS theme!) The specific circumstances of the death lead to a jurisdictional battle/”pissing match” between arriving NCIS Special Agent Michelle Mackey (played by Legends of Tomorrow vet Olivia Swann...

The new show NCIS: Sydney is now streaming, and it looks like we have another murder case to solve. The Naval Criminal Investigative Service, or NCIS, seems like a niche branch, but boy, oh boy, do they have truckloads of cases! The original series NCIS aired in 2003, and since then, the saga has been ongoing, spawning various spin-offs where special agents from NCIS get together, often aided by law enforcement agencies of a specific region, to solve criminal cases related to the navy. As the name suggests, the NCIS: Sydney spin-off series is set in Australia, where NCIS officers find themselves in a spot of bother, not able to find the right footing with the Australian Federal Police. They have a case to solve, and the ‘radioactive’ part of the investigation raises the stakes to exciting levels.

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In Whose Lap Did The Case Fall?

While Australia’s Foreign...

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Abbott Elementary Season 2 Episode 20 was surprisingly a poignant and touching episode. Aside from the usual antics of the gang, we got to see depths of emotion previously unseen.

Ava served Barbara with a notice from the district that she had coursework to complete. Barbara is a veteran at this point, and she predates many of the requirements and training they develop for the staff, so it is pointless and insulting for her.

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