Series 9 Episode 7 discussion

[Jhokur]

A few thoughts of mine, with agreements to prior comments on Albany (not sure what could be a spoiler, so...):

Series 9 Spoiler: show

a) A bogus file - a trigger word given/mentioned by HP at some point during the investigation into Dakar
b) Five's version of Bourne's Blackbriar - Lucas was programmed, albeit OUR Lucas: the Lucas North in Dakar was really John, planted to bring out the traitor.
c) A 5/6 joint investigation on the Chinese/Russian ties

Until the next episode, I truly believe Vaughn brainwashed Lucas at some point. Harry's reactions were more in disbelief about Vaughn than Lucas' "revelations" about his past. Something tells me he knows what's been going down in Lucas' past.

I have a strong feeling Malcolm may have "retired" but never really left the service, not to mention he's one of the most trusted characters with Harry. You know the Chinese would have never had access to the Grid's computers with Malcolm on the job. Coming back for 10th to show Tariq how it's done? Would LOVE it!

My way out for Lucas to be the hero?

Rooftop scene: Lucas/John with Harry, Harry details how Lucas was set up. Lucas surrenders to Harry when Vaughn and Maya show up to kill both Lucas and Harry. Harry takes out Maya, Vaughn clips Harry in the shoulder. Lucas rushes Vaughn - shooting Vaughn in the gut, declares "I will always be Lucas North", shoves him off the roof. Fade out.

Will it happen? I doubt it I can hope for something good though.