Contains spoilers for this episode and earlier episodes.
Poot returns from prison and accepts that Marlo now controls the corner. Herc and Dozerman mistakenly arrest smaller boys while searching for Little Kevin, whose nickname leads them to overlook him. Carver catches Namond’s crew dealing and lets Kenard go after destroying the stash; later he warns the boys at Cutty’s gym that another arrest means juvenile detention. Carcetti meets city leaders and learns how race and budget politics will limit his choices. Bubbles asks Greggs for help with a man who keeps robbing him, and she sends him to Herc. Bubbles uses his old hat trick to mark Kevin for arrest.
When Herc questions Kevin about Lex’s murder, he reveals police know about Randy’s role, putting the boy at risk. Pupils in Colvin’s program win a teamwork contest and go to a steakhouse with Bunny. The unfamiliar setting overwhelms Namond and Darnell; afterward, they ask for fast food and return to familiar music on the ride home. Omar is cleared of the murder charge, but Bunk warns him that Baltimore may be too dangerous after release. Omar refuses to leave. Kima visits Cheryl and sees the family she left behind. Prez learns the school’s test curriculum is another way to manipulate numbers. Michael, frightened by the return of Bug’s father, approaches Marlo for help.