Breaking Bad season 5 episode 2 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jesse confronts Walt over a missing ricin cigarette, fearing its danger, but they eventually find it in Jesse's Roomba. Walt and Jesse propose a partnership to Mike, who refuses, labeling Walt a "time bomb." The DEA, investigating Madrigal's ties to Gus Fring, interrogates Mike but gains little. Lydia, worried about being implicated, suggests eliminating potential informants, but Mike declines. Later, Mike spares Lydia's life when she offers access to methylamine. Walt reassures a troubled Skyler, insisting their criminal acts are justified by family needs.

Full Episode S05E02 Recap

### The Aftermath of the Ricin Cigarette Mystery - Jesse confronts Walt about the missing ricin cigarette, fearing its dangers. - Walt suggests various places it might have ended up, trying to calm Jesse. - They find the ricin cigarette in Jesse's Roomba, relieving their worries. ### Mike Declines Partnership Offer - Walt and Jesse meet with Mike, proposing a partnership in their meth operation. - Mike refuses, citing Walt as a liability and a "time bomb." ### Hank's Investigations and Mike's Interrogation - Hank and the DEA investigate Madrigal Electromotive's connections to Gus Fring. - Mike is interrogated by the DEA about his role in Fring's operation. - Hank reveals the DEA's knowledge of offshore accounts, including one for Mike's granddaughter. ### Lydia's Fear and Proposition - Lydia Rodarte-Quayle meets with Mike, fearing the DEA will close in on them. - She suggests eliminating potential informants, but Mike refuses. ### The DEA's Ongoing Case - Hank's team continues to piece together Fring's criminal network. - They express frustration over dead ends and encrypted evidence. ### Walt's Determination to Continue Cooking Meth - Despite setbacks and the lack of methylamine, Walt insists on continuing. - He rejects Saul's suggestion to quit while ahead, citing financial motivations. ### Chow's Plea and Chris's Betrayal - Chow calls Mike, worried about the DEA freezing his assets. - Mike discovers Chris Mara, one of his men, was paid to kill him and others on Lydia's list. - Mike kills Chris and goes to Lydia's house. ### The Threat to Lydia and a New Deal - Mike confronts Lydia at her home, intending to kill her. - Lydia begs not to be found dead by her daughter, offering access to methylamine. - Mike spares her life, deciding to use her for methylamine supply. ### Walt's Comforting Words to Skyler - Walt tries to comfort a distressed Skyler, who's worried about their safety. - He justifies their actions as being for the family, insisting they have nothing to worry about.