The sixth episode of the series begins with a flashback to the past, revealing Terry’s spirited personality that contrasted with Xavier’s more composed demeanor. After a heated moment defending Presley in the principal’s office, Xavier gently reprimands Terry for causing a scene. She playfully predicts he’ll reach his limit one day, jokingly warning against being on the wrong side of his wrath.
In the present, daylight bathes Paradise, but the ominous message “they lying to you” still dominates the Dome. Sinatra, furious over Carl’s lockdown of the system, confronts Gabriella. Despite Gabriella’s surprise, Sinatra discloses knowledge of her affair with Xavier, hinting that suspicions about surveillance were justified. She dispatches Gabriella to the diner to discover Xavier’s intentions.
At the diner, Xavier calmly recounts how Sinatra manipulated them into their current predicament, questioning her motives behind the scientific team’s demise. Gabriella defends Sinatra’s actions cryptically, hinting at hidden agendas. Meanwhile, Robinson executes a covert operation to raid the weapons locker under the arena, signaling a shift to phase two of his plan.
In another flashback, Xavier briefs President Cal on the Doomsday protocol, revealing tension and a lack of patience amid dire warnings. Despite Cal’s secrecy, Xavier presses for details, concerned about Terry’s safety during her trips to Atlanta. The exchange underscores growing unease over impending catastrophic events.
Back in the present, tensions escalate as Gabriella reports widespread band failures, including those of Secret Service agents. Robinson’s location at the weapons cache prompts Sinatra to secure her family’s safety, only to find Xavier’s group has already emptied the arsenal, leaving behind a taunting note.
Elsewhere, Xavier aligns with disaffected Secret Service members, mourning Billy’s death and rallying against the billionaires’ control. The message in the sky changes provocatively, prompting community unrest and a critical decision for Sinatra: reboot the Dome to stop the messages, risking psychological fallout akin to Disneyland ride interruptions.
Amid the chaos, Presley discovers Jeremy at the library, concerned over Xavier’s actions linked to a mysterious tablet. She reveals finding it the night Billy died, hoping it holds answers about Atlanta. Together, they uncover ominous details hinting at dire consequences.
As tensions mount, Xavier mobilizes against Sinatra, orchestrating a spectacle to challenge her authority. His bold move triggers a city-wide blackout and emergency response, showcasing community disillusionment with Sinatra’s regime. Amidst the turmoil, truths surface, challenging loyalties and setting the stage for a climactic confrontation.
The episode closes with Xavier facing Sinatra, both realizing their roles in shaping Paradise’s fate. With tensions at a peak and allegiances tested, Xavier confronts Sinatra with accusations of murder, only to learn a startling revelation that could alter everything.
In a gripping cliffhanger, Sinatra offers Xavier a chance to find his missing wife, challenging him to reconsider his path amidst escalating turmoil.