Olympia's partnership dream hangs in the balance as she and her team race against the clock to get a dangerous drink off the market.
Matty uprooted her family based on an anonymous post on Reddit. They never interrogated the accuracy of the post. Only now do they discover that the poster still works at Jacobson Moore. They reached out for clarity in the past. They receive no answers now. Matty believes she has cracked the case. She also realizes she has an ally operating alongside her at the firm. They came forward anonymously in order to speak truth to power. They didn't know what would come from it. Matty's entire life changed. She gave up everything. It has invigorated her too. She rediscovered her love for the law. She has become passionate about arguing in a courtroom. She's doing the work she always wanted to do. It has been so freeing. Moreover, she made a genuine friendship. Those have evaded her for decades. She doesn't have a likable personality. She was always envious of Bitsy in that way. That's why she modeled the Matlock persona on her. It's not meant to be the butt of the joke. It's an appreciation for how differently someone became despite coming from similar circumstances. Matty makes that apology now. She's also just as desperate and determined to uncover the truth. The season is reaching its climax. It must accelerate now.
Three episodes were devoted to Olympia going against Slamm'd. This was the case that would determine her partnership. She has to see it through to its conclusion. She must deliver a massive victory for her class action plaintiffs. That stands in sharp contrast to Julian who only needs to sign a major client that will bring lots of work to the firm moving forward. A lot of time and investment has been put into Olympia. She has had two years to deliver. The time has finally come. Both Olympia and Matty are thrown when people suddenly arrive in court to see them work. It's personal for both of them. Matty knew Bitsy would be hurt by the impersonation. It took an honest conversation to bring the sisters back together once more. Plus, they bond over their shared affection over watching Alfie grow up and experience meaningful firsts as a teenager. Meanwhile, Olympia fears the case is being stolen out from underneath her. The corporation doesn't approach her with a settlement. Instead, Senior is the one given that respect. Olympia needs as many resources as she can to prove her case. It will all be worth it. Senior believes enough time has already been wasted. A deal has been arranged. Olympia must get on board. She refuses to comply. Instead, she directs her limited team to search for the missing piece of the puzzle. They eventually find it. It has nothing to do with Matty as well.
When Billy and Sarah discover why Julian is so confident he will be named partner, they have the emotional maturity to recognize Olympia doesn't need to hear it right now. They only need to provide her with positive updates on the case. It's useless to bombard her with negative energy. That's all that Matty offers though. That's a swift change from their typical dynamic. Here, Olympia relies on her other associates to prevail. Matty is the problem. Olympia understands the tactics used by the other side. It's unethical. It's smart too. Matty can't see that distinction. She only feels the pain of personal loss. Her judgment with Olympia has been compromised. She can't trust anything. This betrayal hits deep. That was inevitable. She grew close to Olympia. And now, her true colors have been revealed. Of course, Olympia has been left devastated by events over the course of the season too. She and Julian mourn the official end of their marriage. The divorce papers have been signed. That was also delayed until the end of the case. Olympia can't afford any distractions. The evidence is available to her. She just doesn't have any time to waste. She succeeds. Every change made to the product was documented and studied. Anyone claiming otherwise is hiding the truth. Olympia was always right in her argument. She just had to stand up and prove it. That makes the victory incredibly sweet.
Matty feels that way about her case too. She listens to Shae when she notes how these companies operate. Matty never knew what the missing document was. The family simply had to go through the documents in the case and search for what was missing. Every change required an explanation. They eventually discover the wording of a warning label was altered. Matty recognized the potential dangers immediately. She feared addicts were given the advice for how to get high faster. The potency was on full display. That's the damning piece of evidence. That proves liability. It must be exposed now. Matty briefly believes Shae is the insider leaking this information. In reality, it is Mrs. Belvin. She follows rules. She doesn't appreciate it when those above her use their influence to get whatever they want. All of this was heavily implied throughout Belvin's interactions with Sarah about Olympia's old office. An explanation isn't given as to why Julian suddenly wants space from Simone. It's significant. It underlines how Belvin operates in this environment. It's been true since Matty's first interactions with her. She understands this system. She oversees its security and protection. That was abused. She pursues justice. She doesn't have the resources to dig deeper. Matty took action. Her theory is confirmed. She doesn't reach out and reveal herself though. She collects this intel in the hope of weaponizing it later. A connection is available to use. Instead, Matty exploits it for her own benefit. She has more answers than ever before. She is ready to make the call. She hasn't done so yet.
