Ep 4. Family Affair

Ryan Hardy is a hard-drinking, chain-smoking ex-FBI agent who is called back into action to track down a dangerous cult leader named Joe Carroll. In season 2 episode 4, "Family Affair," Ryan and his team continue to pursue Carroll's followers, who are intent on wreaking havoc on the city. As they investigate a new wave of murders, they begin to uncover some disturbing truths about the cult's inner workings.

Meanwhile, Ryan's personal life is becoming more complicated by the day. He's still dealing with the fallout from his relationship with Claire Matthews, Carroll's ex-wife, who is now in witness protection. Ryan is also struggling with his own addictions and is finding it increasingly difficult to keep them under control.

As the investigation progresses, Ryan begins to suspect that one of the killers he's tracking is actually a member of his own team. He turns to his trusted ally Mike Weston for help, but even Mike is starting to have his own doubts.

As tensions escalate, Ryan finds himself on the brink of a breakdown. He's haunted by memories of his past and plagued by doubts about his ability to catch Carroll and his followers. With so much on the line, it's clear that Ryan will have to dig deep if he wants to come out on top.

"Family Affair" is a tense and gripping episode that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With a strong cast and an engaging storyline, The Following continues to be one of the most thrilling shows on television.