: Pop Merrill suffers a minor stroke while interrogating Abdi. Despite their tensions, Abdi shows mercy by taking Pop to the hospital, resolving their immediate conflict while setting the stage for a "stunning collision" later in the season. Critical Reception
: Critics from Den of Geek noted the episode’s brilliance in subverting expectations, particularly Joy’s decision to restrain her mother "for her own good".
Reviewers largely viewed "Ties That Bind" as a standout hour of horror for the series:
