We Don't Need Authorial Intent to Know Who Red Reddington Was
: He suffers from a rare blood disorder (aplastic anemia) and believes he needs a biological relative—specifically Liz (Masha)—for a life-saving transplant. [S3E22] Alexander Kirk
: While the team believes they are seeking justice for Liz, Reddington’s hunt for Kirk is fueled by a deep, shared history that remains largely obscured. We Don't Need Authorial Intent to Know Who