Week Two

The theme of the week is deception, mostly in regards to family, either to them, or about them. While some of these lies are designed to protect the people in the characters' lives, others are done in order to protect their own skins.

The Train Job

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Mal and his crew are hired to rob a train of some valuable cargo; meanwhile, River's nightmares regarding her institutionalization cause worry for Simon.

Through Rose Colored HAZMAT Suits

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The employees of Veridian Dynamics deal with minor adjustments made to their routines in order to accommodate the presence of Ted's daughter Rose.

Family Matters

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Sam's reliance on forensics clashes once again with Gene, who's working on pure instinct, as the two investigate a murder at the site of Sam's future flat.

Witch

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Buffy attempts to maintain a semblance of normalcy in her life by participating in the cheerleading tryouts only to find herself in danger when a student starts practicing black magic in order to take out the squad.

College Bored

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Worried that Daria won't get into the school of her choice, Helen takes the family on a college tour, sparking Quinn's interest in "Greek Life."

Moonlighting

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Belle uses an all-nighter as an opportunity for some moonlighting when she's approached by a man that wishes to book her services immediately.