Ep 8. Aftermath

Aftermath is the eighth episode of Nikita season three that originally aired on January 18, 2013, and begins with the aftermath of the Division attack on the terrorist organization, Gogol. President Spencer offers his thanks to the team and informs them of the consequences of their actions. Meanwhile, Amanda is still at large, and the team needs to neutralize her threat to Division and their loved ones.

The episode begins with Alex meeting with reporter Duncan who she thinks can help her bring down Amanda. The reporter agrees to use his resources to find proof of Amanda's involvement with Gogol. However, Amanda's agents are listening in on the conversation and the reporter is soon dead. Alex is devastated and seeks revenge against Amanda.

In the meantime, Sam and Alex are caught in a crossfire when they try to retrieve a Gogol file that can expose Amanda. They are forced to abandon their mission when they realize that the file is protected by a high-security system. They return to their base and find out that Amanda is planning something big.

Nikita, Michael, and Birkhoff plan an elaborate operation to extract a black box that Amanda has sent to Division. The black box contains incriminating evidence against the team and is programmed to self-destruct at a certain time. The team must race against time to extract the box and destroy it before it detonates.

Meanwhile, Amanda meets with her top agents and informs them of a new plan. She has created a virus that can kill thousands of people. She plans to infect civilians with the virus and then use the antidote as leverage to get what she wants. The team tracks Amanda to her location and plans to neutralize the virus before it can be released.

Nikita and Michael infiltrate the Gogol building and locate the source of the virus. However, the virus has already been released, and they must act fast to stop it from spreading. Birkhoff works on creating an antidote while Nikita and Michael fight Amanda's agents.

The episode builds to an intense climax as Nikita and Michael race against time to find a cure while fighting off Amanda's forces. In the end, the team manages to neutralize the virus and destroy the black box, but the aftermath of the battle leaves them with a new threat to worry about.

In conclusion, Aftermath is a thrilling episode of Nikita season three that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The episode expertly weaves action and suspense with an engaging plot that keeps viewers engaged throughout. It's a must-watch for fans of the series and anyone who enjoys a good action-packed drama.