Ep 13. Black Jack

Jake Green returns to Jericho with a mission- to stop the train from New Bern that's carrying weapons to Jericho's rival, Skokie. With a team of Jericho's best engineers, Jake plans to reroute the train while the mayor's office negotiates with Skokie's mayor for a peaceful resolution. However, Jake soon discovers that there's a much greater threat on that train than just weapons.

Meanwhile, Emily Sullivan, the former fiancée of Jake and the current girlfriend of Jericho's sheriff, Johnston Green, is dealing with her own demons. She discovers that her late fiancé had a secret life, and she's struggling to reconcile her feelings for him with this new information. As she tries to find closure, she ends up making a dangerous decision that could affect everyone in Jericho.

The episode features a lot of tension and suspense as Jake and his team attempt to reroute the train while the mayors negotiate for peace. The situation becomes even more complicated when a key member of Jake's team quits, putting their plan in jeopardy. At the same time, Emily's personal struggles threaten to disrupt Jake's plan, as her decision puts many lives at risk.

The episode also features some emotional moments as Jake and Johnston confront their strained relationship. Johnston is still coming to terms with his son's return and the secrets he's been keeping, while Jake is trying to make amends for his past mistakes. The two finally have a heart-to-heart conversation, and it's clear that they both care deeply for each other, even if they don't always agree.

In addition to all the drama, the episode also has some great action sequences. There's a tense moment when the train is about to crash into a herd of cattle, and Jake and his team must act quickly to prevent disaster. Later on, there's a thrilling shootout on the train that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Overall, "Black Jack" is an intense, action-packed episode that delivers on all fronts. It's a great example of the show's ability to balance character development with plot-driven action, and it sets the stage for an explosive season finale. Fans of the show won't want to miss it.