The episode opens with a tense confrontation between Belle and EJ.

Once a couple that made Salem pay attention to their passion and complexity, but now, they stand before each other in an atmosphere filled with bitterness.

Belle cannot forget that EJ “sold” her out in the previous trial, turning her into a pawn to protect his power and reputation.

The heated argument takes place right when the whole town falls into a power outage.

The darkness seems to reflect their own broken relationship. EJ tries to explain that it is all for the “greater goal”, but Belle coldly interrupts. She asserts: “You always choose power over love. I have no room for forgiveness anymore.”

Belle’s sharp words make EJ confused. For a moment, the audience clearly sees the weakness behind his proud appearance. This could be the end of a once explosive love affair, but it could also be the beginning of a new battle between two people who never give in.

With Salem in chaos due to the power outage, the moment Belle confronts EJ becomes a shocking highlight, opening up the prospect that this relationship will burn with more hatred than love.