: The physical exertion of burning the fields proves too much for Buddy; he dies in the car with Wendy shortly after completing the task. Key Character Arcs
: This episode highlights Ruth’s resilience. Despite being tortured and learning Marty knows about her past betrayal, she reaffirms her loyalty to him. [S2E5] Game Day
: To protect the cartel's investment from an FBI raid, the Snells are ordered to destroy their opium poppies. While Wendy distracts Darlene with fake adoption information, Buddy sneaks onto the farm and burns the fields using gasoline. : The physical exertion of burning the fields
The episode centers on psychological warfare as he reveals a "gigantic mess of secrets" to divide the Byrde and Langmore families: : To protect the cartel's investment from an
: Suspicious that Ruth may be a "rat," the cartel's attorney, Helen Pierce , subjects her to a brutal waterboarding session. Ruth refuses to crack, eventually earning Helen's respect for her willpower.