Mike/Rachel Relationship Status: They're still together! And they are just an adorable couple.
So I decided to use Suits Sync while I was watching this episode just to try it out. I've never done this with anything before and I'm still getting a feel for it, really. At first it was a little distracting, going from watching to reading and possibly missing something crucial, but once I got the hang of merely just glancing and absorbing while keeping an ear open I enjoyed it. I'll give this a few more tries before I make my final decision, though.
So, the Hessington Oil case continues- but with a new setback. Ava may be (and in my opinion is) involved with some murders. It's something I didn't see coming (and neither did Harvey). Apparently, the people she bribed later shot and killed six people who were against the pipe line. She claims not to know anything about it and that she wasn't involved, but as we learn at the end of the episode, both Harvey and Mike doubt that. Which brings me to the fact that I'm soooo glad they're being friendly. In fact, I feel like Harvey finally really appreciates Mike. At the end of the episode they have drinks for the FIRST TIME. New milestone in the show. At the same time Harvey broke the news to Mike that he's planning a coup (but now I'm getting ahead of myself).
Stephen Huntley (Max Beesley) a.k.a. British Harvey finally makes an entrance today. He leaves an impression on the viewer (I don't think Harvey should trust him) and an impression on Donna (she has a crush!). He's Darby's fixer and has come under the guise of helping the two firms meld together. Equality. Really, he's there because Darby sent him to help take down Jessica. At first he and Harvey don't get along (Harvey is especially hostile) but after proving he's on Harvey's side they seem to get along fine. I really like this character and can't wait to see how he plays out.
Speaking of characters- Katrina is back. I hated her last season (something that doesn't happen often) and this season is really no different. At first I felt a little pity for her, she really was strung along and then dumped hard, but that all changes when she posts a humiliating video of Mike (animated; you should really see it to get the full wrathful feeling that comes along with it) in a quest to gain Luis' help/trust. It succeeds and I am a little grateful because it seems to help Luis. Luis, however, didn't get very much screen time this episode, which is probably due to the fact that the casts of characters is expanding.
Oh! And guess who's name came up! Harold! I miss him, but after realizing I completely forgot about him and haven't been feeling his absence in the show, I must say I think it was a necessary evil.
Going back to Mike & Rachel. There were a couple scenes between them that were just adorable. At one point they're talking and Rachel asks whether she's his girlfriend or not. She seems a little flustered and worried and a teeny bit upset at the fact that he didn't say "yes" right away. And then Mike gets down on one knee and asks her, very formally, to be his girlfriend. Very cute. Later when she says something that helps Mike come up with a brilliant plan to help Ava he's about to kiss her and then realizes where they are and they just high-five. Great stuff. My one complaint? We really don't see Rachel working very much this season, so far.
One more thing: Donna completely chews out Katrina in way of apology to Mike. It was awesome. Go Donna!
(can you tell I'm a big fan of the show?)
Episode Rating: **** 4 Stars ****
Season Rating (so far): **** 4 1/2 Stars ****
Series Rating: ***** 5 Stars *****
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