Ep 9. O Captain, My Captain

In "Shameless" season 10 episode 9, titled "O Captain, My Captain," the Gallagher family continues to face their never-ending problems and challenges. Frank, the patriarch of the family, is still in the hospital due to his liver transplant complications, but somehow, he manages to sneak out to enjoy some time with his family once again. He still has a lot to deal with since he has been released from prison and is now tackling the aftermath of his past actions.

Meanwhile, Debbie is facing a parenting dilemma as her daughter, Franny, is starting to exhibit behavioral problems at school. She is confused about how to deal with this problem, and she seeks advice from fellow parents. Carl, on the other hand, is having a hard time with his girlfriend, who seems to have a serious mental health issue. He slowly realizes that he has different priorities in life, and he faces some tough choices.

To add to the family's already complicated life, Lip is struggling to keep his day job and his passion project alive. He is at risk of losing the funding for his bike rebuilding endeavor and faces some serious financial problems. In the midst of all this, Tami comes to his aid, and they both agree to work together to save the project.

The most notable subplot in the episode is about Ian and Mickey's romantic relationship. They have struggled to keep their relationship healthy due to their past fears and traumas. However, they now find comfort in each other's company and are working hard to help each other overcome the darkness of their past.

As the Gallagher family navigates through their chaotic situations, they realize that they are stronger together and that they need to work as a team to deal with the issues that confront them. In "O Captain, My Captain," the Gallaghers prove that they are ready to face any challenge that comes their way.