Outlander season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Claire struggles with the repercussions of a dinner party brawl that led to Jamie's arrest, reflecting on the complicated dynamics involving Prince Charles, the Duke of Sandringham, and St. Germain. She grapples with the potential impact on her husband Frank's existence due to her involvement in Mary Hawkins and Alex Randall's relationship. Meanwhile, Jamie becomes entangled in a risky business deal with Prince Charles and St. Germain. Tensions escalate at the French court when Jamie encounters Jack Randall and challenges him to a duel, a confrontation Claire desperately seeks to prevent, fearing for Frank's future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Jamie arrested after the dinner party?
Jamie and others were arrested due to a misunderstanding involving Alex Randall and Mary Hawkins.
What rumor has Jamie inadvertently spread about Claire?
Jamie accidentally spread a rumor that Claire is La Dame Blanche, a mythical sorceress.
What is the relationship between Mary Hawkins and Alex Randall?
Mary Hawkins and Alex Randall are in love and hope to marry.
What impact does Claire believe Mary and Alex's marriage will have?
Claire fears that if Mary and Alex marry, it will affect the existence of her husband Frank in the future.
What is Prince Charles' new plan involving St. Germain?
Prince Charles plans to partner with St. Germain for a wine shipment to finance his cause.
How do Claire and Jamie plan to thwart Prince Charles' efforts?
They consider sabotaging the wine shipment to prevent Prince Charles from getting the funds.
Why does Claire advise Alex Randall against marrying Mary?
Claire believes that marrying Alex would rob Mary of a better future, given Alex's poor health and prospects.
What happens during Jamie and Claire's visit to the French court?
They encounter Jack Randall, leading to a duel challenge between Jamie and Randall.
Why does Claire not want Jamie to duel with Jack Randall?
Claire fears that killing Randall would prevent Frank, her husband from the future, from being born.
What compromise does Claire propose to Jamie regarding the duel?
Claire asks Jamie to delay his duel with Randall for one year to ensure Frank's ancestor is born.